ISLAMABAD: Faithful observed Jumatul Wida, the last Friday of the holy month of Ramazan, and Youmal Quds with religious zeal across the country. They offered special prayers for peace, progress and prosperity of the country besides liberation of Palestine from Israeli subjugation. In their special sermons, ulema and mashaikh highlighted importance of the holy month, fasting, Aitekaf and Jumatul Wida, urging faithful to seek forgiveness from Allah Almighty. They advised the faithful to follow Islamic teachings in letter and spirit, calling upon the Ummah to exhibit unity for helping the suppressed Muslims especially in Palestine and Kashmir. Muslims observe the day on Jumatul Wida every year to express solidarity with Palestinian people in their struggle against Israeli subjugation. Elaborate arrangements were made for security of mosques and Imambargahs. Published in Daily Times, June 24th, 2017.