In a rare move, Professor Dr. Salman al-Dayah, Gaza’s top Islamic scholar, has issued a fatwa condemning Hamas’s 7 October attack on Israel, which ignited ongoing conflict in the region. Dr. Dayah argues that the attack violated Islamic principles governing jihad, emphasizing the need to protect civilian lives. His six-page document highlights excessive civilian casualties and the humanitarian disaster that followed, asserting that Muslim leaders must prioritize the safety of non-combatants. This fatwa may pose significant challenges for Hamas, which often justifies its actions through religious rhetoric.