Statement » Translation of the Statement by the Office of His Eminence Regarding the Terrorist Attack on Innocent Travelers in Parachinar, Pakistan
In the Name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful
(Indeed, we are from Allah, and to Him we shall return.)
To our believing brothers and sisters in the city of Parachinar, Pakistan (May Allah Almighty strengthen them),
Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you.
Once again, merciless terrorists have committed a heinous crime by carrying out an armed attack on travelers journeying from Parachinar to Peshawar, martyring and injuring a large number of innocent muʾminīn (believers).
We extend our condolences to you, dear ones, and express our heartfelt sympathy and solidarity with the grieving families. We pray for patience and endurance for all, swift recovery for the injured, and the highest ranks in Paradise for the martyrs of this tragic incident.
The Seminary of Holy Najaf and the Supreme Shia Authority strongly condemn this horrific crime, which targets the unity of Muslims. We urge the honorable government of Pakistan to take measures to protect defenseless citizens against the oppression and atrocities of terrorist groups. It is imperative to adopt necessary preventive actions to ensure that innocent muʾminīn are not subjected to violent and savage attacks by extremist and ruthless groups time and again.
We pray to Almighty Allah for the continued dignity and prosperity of the noble people of Pakistan.
20th Jumada al-Awwal, 1446 AH
(November 22, 2024)
Office of al-Sayyid Ali al-Sistani (May Allah grant him long life) – Najaf Ashraf