Imam Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic, declared the last Friday from the holy month of Ramadan as the Global Quds Day in order to express solidarity with the oppressed people of Palestine. This day has raised awareness among the Muslims and non-Muslims about this issue in various regions of the globe. Following the footsteps of the great Imam, people in several countries hold rallies and processions to strongly condemn the occupation of the Zionist regime and express their solidarity and sympathy towards the oppressed people of Palestine. The rallies also highlight and underscore the plight and sufferings of Palestinians and demand international community to take concrete steps to resolve this issue of great significance:
"The issue of Quds is not a private or personal issue. It is neither the exclusive problem of one country nor a present-day problem of all Muslims. Rather, it is a phenomenon concerning the monotheists and faithful people of all ages-past, present and future."
Imam Khomeini (s)
With deep analysis of Imam's speeches regarding the 'Quds Day', we can easily come to this conclusion that Imam's views on this issue are massive and of global significance. He has highlighted the points, which are common among all Islamic sects and groups. He underlined the Palestine issue beyond sectarianism or nationalism, as this method itself will guarantee the unity among the whole Muslim community. According to Imam's views, nobody is allowed to convert this issue into a local issue or make it limited to a specific community.
Another worth mentioning point is that Imam was so farsighted in choosing the timing of the issue. It may be explained in this way. A month of fasting and spirituality brings forth its results in form of piety and piousness, which means the Muslims are now best prepared to listen to the words of Imam. Obviously, these words will have more influence on their hearts on the last Friday from the holy month of Ramadan.