The unity of Muslims is not a tactical matter that some...

The unity of Muslims is not a tactical matter that some people assume we should be united in certain situations. No, it is a principle. Cooperation between Muslims is necessary. If Muslims are united, they will all be strong [15] .” Disunity is prohibited and forbidden because the expression in the verse [ Wa lā tafarraqū , i.e., ‘Do not be divided’] indicates a prohibition (Haram).

In light of this, the Muslims must avoid sectarianism and any form of division, as this will weaken and deprive them of development. Considering the word [ Jamī‘an, i.e., ‘All-together’] in the verse, the efforts towards attaining Islamic unity must be a collective one. That is to say,