Iran leader Khamenei stood for justice — Gumi
By Jeffrey Agbo
Islamic scholar Ahmad Gumi has described the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as a symbol of justice whose death would inspire change across the Muslim world.
Khamenei and several members of his household were killed in US-Israeli strikes on Iran Saturday.
Gumi said in a statement on his Facebook page Sunday that Khamenei remained steadfast in his beliefs, saying he “stood firmly for justice” and did not retreat in the face of conflict.
He characterised the late leader’s death as occurring in the course of a struggle he framed as defending innocent civilians in Gaza and other regions.
“Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: A lucky soul, he died in Jihad against killers of innocent children and women in Gaza and elsewhere,’ he wrote.
Gumi further stated that Khamenei’s death would “fuel change in the ummah,” suggesting it could galvanise unity and renewed resolve among Muslims globally.
“His blood will fuel the change in the ummah. He stood firmly for Justice and didn’t hide in bunkers,” he said.
The cleric also issued a veiled warning to those he accused of being responsible for or complicit in the killing, saying time would reveal the consequences of their actions.
“For those who killed him or assisted in killing him, let us see what they will live to do in this world,” Gumi added.
