The Protection of Civilians in the Battles of Prophet Muhammad p
The essence of Islam is accord, that is, peace. War is an exceptional situation. The term Islam means peace and salvation. However, it is meaningless for a state to wish for peace unilaterally. One must be prepared if one’s enemy is preparing to attack and looking for the right opportunity. Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) commanded:“O! People do not wish to encounter the enemy; from Allah wish...