Darul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah

I understand that the concept of suicide bombing is permissible.But is suicide bombings permissible, when carried out in public places where civilians are certain to be killed.

· 8 Rajab 1424 AH1 min readFatwa 9558English

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I understand that the concept of suicide bombing is permissible.But is suicide bombings permissible, when carried out in public places where civilians are certain to be killed.

Answer

Generally, suicide bombings is not permissible anywhere, not in the war field or in public places. However, the ruling for a specific situation may differ.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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