Baghdad: Secretary-General of the Badr Organization Hadi al-Amiri stated on Saturday that the Fatwa of the Sufficient Jihad marked a historic turning point in confronting Islamic State terrorism, contributing significantly to the protection of Iraq and its holy sites, as well as the liberation of territories seized by the terrorist groups.

According to Iraqi News Agency, in a statement commemorating the 12th anniversary of the issuance of the Fatwa of the Sufficient Jihad, Al-Amiri emphasized that Iraq’s highest religious authority, Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, confronted through this fatwa one of the most dangerous terrorist assaults targeting Iraq, its land, and its holy sites. Al-Amiri highlighted the consistent presence of the supreme religious authority during critical junctures and major events throughout Iraq’s history.

Al-Amiri explained that the call of the religious authority successfully mobilized the Iraqi people to take responsibility and join the battle to defend the homeland. This call resulted in a broad and rapid response, evidenced by the arrival of thousands of volunteers at the battlefronts.

He further noted that this collective response played a crucial role in defeating terrorism and liberating occupied territories within a record period of time. Al-Amiri also acknowledged the supportive stance toward the resistance forces and the leaders of victory, which significantly strengthened efforts to confront terrorism. He paid tribute to the sacrifices of the martyrs, the wounded, and the disabled among the men of the fatwa and members of the security forces across all formations, including the Ministries of Defense and Interior, the Counter-Terrorism Service, and the Popular Mobilization Commission.

Al-Amiri also lauded the significant role played by the Iraqi people across all segments in supporting the fighters through logistical assistance and care for their families. He emphasized that this constituted a popular support base that contributed to achieving victory over terrorism.

In conclusion, Al-Amiri prayed for mercy and forgiveness for the martyrs and for patience and steadfastness for the wounded and the families of the martyrs, stressing the ongoing importance of preserving a united, sovereign, and independent Iraq.