ISTANBUL – Amid the timeless legacy and vibrant civilisation of Istanbul, Turkey, a gathering of global scholars convened with a profound spiritual and humanitarian mission for Palestine.
The assembly, known as Multaqa al-Dawri li-Mu’assasāt al-Tansīqiyyah ‘Ulama’ al-Ummah (The Regular Forum of Coordinating Institutions of the Scholars of the Ummah), was initiated by Palestinian scholars led by Dr. Nawaf Atik Ruri. More than 150 scholars and representatives from 40 countries came together, united in their commitment to support the liberation of Palestine, end the genocide in Gaza, and safeguard Al-Aqsa Mosque.
For three days, from Saturday (1 November 2025) to Monday (3 November 2025), representatives from Daarut Tauhiid (DT) Peduli, Ustadz Ali Nurdin (Member of the DT Peduli Sharia Supervisory Board), and Jajang Nurjaman (President Director of LAZ DT Peduli), joined this global network of solidarity.
Sustaining the Spirit of the Ummah
For Ustadz Ali Nurdin, the gathering was not merely a political forum, but a reaffirmation of spiritual conviction. Upon returning from Istanbul, he emphasised that the central focus of the world’s scholars was to ensure that the flame of struggle and faith remains alive.
“This meeting reminds us that the spirit of Taufan al-Aqsa carried by the fighters in Gaza must not fade. That same spirit must continue, because it is this spirit that changes the course of global politics,” said Ustadz Ali Nurdin.
He further explained that the 7 October 2023 movement should be internalised as a source of global inspiration for the Muslim ummah. The three-day forum concluded with a concrete action plan, including a collective agreement to promote “Usbu’ al-Quds” (Al-Quds Week) at the end of the month of Rajab, and to dispatch Palestinian scholars around the world. The aim is to deepen public understanding and ensure that the struggle for Palestine remains a living movement—not merely a passing headline.
There was also a call for DT Peduli to play an active role in strengthening this initiative, particularly by hosting Usbu’ al-Quds in Indonesia and facilitating scholar exchanges. The emphasis was on sending genuine scholars—those capable of providing deep, faith-based insight into the Palestinian cause, beyond mere public sermons.
Opening Direct Humanitarian Channels to Gaza
Meanwhile, Jajang Nurjaman, Director of LAZ DT Peduli, focused on the realisation of humanitarian and diplomatic missions. The presence of DT Peduli in Istanbul marked a crucial step in establishing more direct and reliable channels for aid distribution.
“This is a testament to DT Peduli’s commitment to continuously stand with our brothers and sisters in Palestine,” Jajang affirmed.
Through this forum of scholars, DT Peduli successfully secured on-ground implementing partners in Gaza, operating under the coordination of the Union of Palestinian Scholars based in Turkey. This collaboration ensures that donations from the Indonesian public are entrusted through a network of credible scholars and delivered directly to those most in need in Gaza.
In addition to its participation in the scholars’ forum, the DT Peduli delegation also held meetings with several humanitarian NGOs and paid a courtesy visit to the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia (KJRI) in Istanbul. The meeting resulted in diplomatic support for DT Peduli’s humanitarian programs.
“Alhamdulillah, we received very positive and encouraging support from the Consulate General here in Turkey,” said Jajang Nurjaman optimistically, expressing his hope that the joint efforts of scholars and humanitarian organisations worldwide will continue to uphold and strengthen the struggle for a free Palestine.