Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi’s Condolence Message following the demise of Hujjah al-Islam Haj Shaykh Mohsen Ali Najafī, may Allah be pleased with him.

That late virtuous scholar services to people in Pakistan were the source of numerous blessings for many years.‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi regarding the Martyrdom of a Number of Innocent Iranian People in a Terrorist Attack in Kerman, Iran

The perpetrators of this heinous act of terrorism, who have the blood of innocent men, women, and children on their hands seek to sow insecurity in our country in order to compensate for the defeats that they have sustained.‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi Concerning the Recent Developments in Palestine

The truly stunning operation carried out by the Palestinian resistance forces and youth was a deadly and irreparable blow to the Zionist regime. From a military and intelligence standpoint, this operation was such a fiasco for the Zionist regime that it will stay forever as a blot on its record.‌

Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi's Letter to the Head of Hawzah Seminaries, Ayatollah A'rafi, With Respect to His Meeting With the Pope

I have been informed that you are about to travel to the Vatican for a meeting with his Excellency the Pope, so I deemed it necessary to make a few points in this regard:‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi regarding the Brutal and Cold-Blooded Execution of Tens of Young People in Hejaz

We believe that Allah the Almighty will not let the taking of such innocent lives, including the lives of the innocent people who have been martyred in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Yemen, Iraq, Syrian, and the other Islamic countries, go unpunished.‌  ‌

Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi's Statement in Condemning the Recent Terrorist Attack in Peshawar, Pakistan

Once again a large number of innocent people were brutally killed in a terrorist attack on a Shi’a mosque in Pakistan, leaving all the Shi’as and other free-spirited people around the world heartbroken.‌  ‌

Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi's Statement on the Recent Violent Crimes Committed by the Zionist Regime and the Resistance of Palestinian Fighters

As well as denouncing these violent crimes and expressing my sympathy with all the victims, I admire the valiant efforts of the fearless Palestinian fighters.‌

The Importance of Studying Imam Rida’s Role in the Emergence of Islamic Sciences

After extensive research, we realized that the role of the Shi’a scholars in the emergence and development of Islamic sciences is still obscure to people ‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi: The Dangerous Plots of the US and the Ignominy of its Allies

The US administration’s recent decision to recognize Jerusalem Al Quds as the capital of Israel is a violation of the UN Security Council resolutions and a violation of all international laws about the Palestinian city. His decision to move the US embassy to Jerusalem Al Quds in six months will cause tremendous and worldwide hatred against the US; all the Muslims of the world and many free-spirited nations and politicians have strongly condemned the decision.‌

The Message of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi to the Shiʿa Studies Workshop (A Millennium of Shiʿa Madrasa-Berlin, Germany)

Indeed holding such workshops, with such supreme goals, in the present time and in the place where it is to be held, is considered an invaluable cultural undertaking. Certainly, such undertakings can have a substantial role in the promotion of the School of the Ahl-al-Bayt (ʿa).‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi Concerning the Liberation of the Iraqi City of Mosul

The ignominious defeat and downfall of the self-proclaimed Daesh state was an edifying lesson to those who are busy conspiring against the Muslim world and who recruit and send mercenaries from all around the world to destabilize and break up various Muslim countries.We extend our congratulations to the entire world for the downfall of the rootless Daesh state.‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi about the Recent Terrorist Attacks of the Takfīrīs in Iran

Indeed, our people will be even more determined in the fight against the Takfīrī terrorists, and they will not rest until all of these atrocious Takfīrī groups are obliterated from the face of the earth‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi Concerning the Recent Tragedy in Bahrain

The rulers of Bahrain have caused a new tragedy, out of their blind allegiance to Saudi Arabia and the United States, by their cowardly raid on the house of the great cleric and scholar, Ayatollah Shaykh Isa Ghāsim. In this raid, they have kidnapped the great Shia cleric, and killed, wounded, and arrested a large number of innocent people. By so doing, the rulers of Bahrain have indeed added another dark page to their dark history, and planted the seeds of hatred and animosity all throughout that country.‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi on Condemnation of the Brutal Attacks on Two Churches in Egypt

I condole with the great Egyptian Nation and I pray to Allah the Almighty to grant the bereaved patience and fortitude, and the wounded the restoration of their health.‌  ‌

The Message of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi on the Occasion of the First Anniversary of the Disaster of Mina

Certainly, this tragedy was such a disgrace and shame for the Saudis, who are responsible for protecting the lives of the Hajj pilgrims, that they can never get rid of it.‌

Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi has no Bi‘thah for this Year’s Hajj

The office of  Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi hereby announces that his eminence has sent no one to establish his Bithah for this year"s Hajj pilgrimage from Iraq and any such news is completely false.  Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi will have not have any representatives, whether from Iraq or Iran, to establish his Bi‘thah during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage.‌

The Message of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi to Hujjatileslām Rājih Nāser Abbas Ja’farī

I ask you and your friends to end your hunger strike as we are worried for your health/we also ask the Pakistani government to properly respond to your demands and to those of the other Pakistani Muslims, as they are legitimate and reasonable demands.‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi Following the Issuance of a Fatwa by the Renowned Shaykh of Al-Azhar

We do commend and admire the deep understanding of the realities of the Muslim world and the astuteness of the Shaykh of al-Azhar. We also stress the fact that not only does this fatwa prevent the massacre of the innocent Muslims, but it will also be a hindrance to the Islamophobia which is being promoted by the westerners, who are either unaware of the reality of Islam or are enemies of Islam. ‌

These rallies must continue to be held until the day that the oppressive Israeli regime is overthrown

Expressing his gratitude to all the people due to their vast participation in the Quds Day rallies,  Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi stated: “Our people proved today as they always do that they are loyal to the values of Islam and those of the Islamic revolution”.‌

The Statement of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi Concerning the Crisis in Bahrain

The Bahraini authorities, who lack proper wisdom and understanding, have now thrown themselves in to a dangerous situation whereby they will have more afflictions coming to their way every day ‌

A Necessary Explanation by the Office of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi

This kind of impolite and arrogant way of invitation shows that they are still not ready to engage in a rational and fair debate‌

His Eminence’s Statement Concerning the Tragic Incidents which have Recently Occurred in Pakistan

We hope that the Pakistani authorities quickly intervene and take the necessary measures in order to prevent such irrational things from taking place, since such things can endanger the unity of the Muslims‌

His Eminence’s Statement Concerning the Important Issue of Hajj

The issues pertaining to the two Holy Shrines in Mecca and Medina need to be resolved one day; this can be accomplished only when a committee of experienced and skilled individuals regarding the issue of the Hajj pilgrimage is s e l e c ted by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to superintend the affairs of the two Holy Shrines in Mecca and Medina. In such a case, Saudi Arabia can also have a member in that committee.  ‌

His Eminence’s Condolences on the Occasion of the Demise of Hujjatulislam Sayyid Jawād Al-Widā‘ī

This great scholar worked closely with other prominent Bahraini scholars to restore the inalienable rights of the Bahraini people and his efforts in this regard can never be forgotten‌

The Message of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi Concerning the Execution of Ayatollah Shaykh Al Nimr

We strongly condemn this horrific crime and we have no doubt that these innocent bloods will be avenged. We also believe that this atrocity has been committed as an act of vengeance and to make up for the abject failure of the Saudis in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen.‌

The Open Letter of Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi to the Shaykh of Al Azhar and the other Scholars of al-Azhar University

I have always been optimistic about you and so I hope that you will firmly stand up against this deviation. Such deviations can cause the al- Azhar to fall prey to the evil plots of the enemies of Islam and those of the Wahhabis and Takfiris. The Wahhabis and Takfiris seek only to spread divisiveness among Muslims and so I hope that you will stop them before they can carry out their evil plans and take you away from the path of moderation.  ‌

His Eminence’s Message to his Excellency Pope Francis

Recently some Vatican officials asked the Islamic scholars to express their opinions regarding the barbaric attacks by TakfiriISIL group against the Christians and other religious minorities in northern Iraq.‌

His Eminence’s Statement Regarding the Heavy Responsibility of Muslims Towards Atrocities of Gaza

Despite all calamities the war on Gaza caused for the Muslim world and Humanity, it however, entailed a number positive out-turns; it, more than anytime, awakened the conscience of the world againstthe occupier Israel. This war also totally took away the trust the world had in international organizations and the claimers of human rights.‌

His Eminence’s Statement on the Critical Situation in Iraq

Undoubtedly the only way to protect the country from secession and to kick out the barbaric bloodthirsty enemy is to reach a national unity which of course is to be gained through sacrifice, self-restraint of all political parties and paying heed to their responsibility towards God in such critical moment.‌

His Eminence’s Statement in Defense of the Innocent People of Gaza regarding the Barbaric Israeli Offense

A sympathy and passion has spread throughout the world against the aggressive, atrocious Israeli regime and in spite of the deadly silence of Israel’s supporters as well as some of the Arab leaders, the outreaching flood of protesting people against Israel, condemning the killing of the defenseless civilians.‌