Abubakr Quddusi wrote:
(Translation from Urdu)
Learn to condemn oppression...
The most surprising thing is that for many of our overly "intellectual" friends, Netanyahu has suddenly become an honest, straightforward, and credible individual just because he said:
*"We played a role in Bashar's downfall through the strikes we carried out against him."*
As soon as Netanyahu's statement came out, cries of *"We believe and accept"* and *"You speak the truth, Netanyahu"* began echoing.
One wonders, during Bashar's 24 years in power, what war or conflict occurred between Syria's armed forces and Israel? In the past eight years, when Russia was actively present in Syria with its bases, aircraft, and troops, what attacks did Netanyahu launch to weaken Bashar?
To these excessively wise individuals, one might ask: What were those strikes by Netanyahu that weakened Bashar?
The reality is that some people have a habit of seeing conspiracies behind every event. That's why such statements appeal to them. Similarly, a popular narrative is making rounds that American support is behind this situation.
Before analyzing this claim, let me ask:
When did seeking help from a non-Muslim against an oppressor and tyrant become forbidden?
If Bashar and his forces could kill Syrians for 8–10 years with the help of Russia and Iran, why couldn’t Syrians seek assistance from America just to gain freedom?
And considering the release of tens of thousands of prisoners and the heart-wrenching events being revealed, I say that after such atrocities, seeking help from anyone, even America, becomes justified.
Bashar is such a wretched dictator who would arrest his own citizens, throw them in prison, and forget about them. Imagine a young girl of 18 refueling her car at a gas station, having a minor argument, and criticizing Bashar. A report was filed, and she was arrested. Now, years later, she emerges with three children by her side.
If these events don’t stir even a shred of humanity within you, then instead of raising objections, stand before a mirror and search for any trace of compassion in your reflection.
Did the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) not form agreements with the Jews in Medina for its defense?
When Russia invaded Afghanistan, didn’t your own state (Pakistan) seek American help in fear of the consequences?
Is there a single Pakistani who is not indirectly indebted to America or doesn’t benefit from its aid?
If you’re so righteous, why didn’t you speak up when Russian planes were bombing innocent Syrian civilians, targeting schools and hospitals indiscriminately? Why were you silent then?
At this moment, the most important fact is that the oppressed Syrian people have been freed from a ruthless dictator, and they are celebrating on the streets.
If you see any so-called intellectual or cold-hearted individual crafting baseless conspiracy theories or indulging in hypocritical unity slogans, know that such a person shares the same mindset as Bashar.