The Thinking Muslim After Gaza: Muslims in a Post American Order with Wadah Khanfar
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Jul 25, 2025 Wadah Khanfar, former director general of Al Jazeera and recognized as one of the top thinkers globally, delves into the seismic shifts in global order post-Gaza. He discusses the decline of Western dominance and the crucial role Muslims must play in shaping a new era. Khanfar draws parallels from history, emphasizing strategic alliances during crises, particularly through the lens of the Prophet's teachings. He critiques the fragmentation of the Muslim world and calls for a collaborative future, urging unity in tackling systemic challenges both locally and globally.
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Dual Collapse of Civilization and Order
- We are witnessing the collapse of a Western-centric civilizational cycle and world order simultaneously.
- This dual demise will bring profound global change beyond typical political shifts.
Prophet's Strategic Power Base
- The Prophet Muhammad strategically formed a power center in Medina anticipating the collapse of the Roman-Persian world order.
- His military and diplomatic actions were planned to establish a new geopolitical center rather than reactive responses.
Ummah as Geopolitical Architecture
- The concept of Ummah was initially a geopolitical entity that united diverse groups, not merely a spiritual community.
- Ummah’s political architecture transcended nation-states, fostering broad citizenship beyond territorial limits.
