{"_id":"668da0450b76658b4c2332b4","title":"Is it permissible to join the U.S. Army or Coast Guard?","question":"Is it permissible to join the U.S. army? What about the Coast Guard?","answer":"A fundamental obligation for Muslims is to make positive contributions to the world. Although many individuals who enlist in the military aspire to do good, the unfortunate reality is that political and economic influences often employ the armed forces in campaigns that result in unimaginable devastation, as evidenced by their involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan. Consequently, Muslim participation in such undertakings is categorically unacceptable.\nWhile the Coast Guard primarily dedicates its efforts to peacetime missions encompassing maritime safety, security, and law enforcement, it is formally recognized as a branch of the US military and may be called upon to assist military operations during times of conflict. While participation in the coast guard may be permissible if one avoids involvement in unjust and offensive campaigns, it remains advisable to abstain due to the potential risk of engaging in or supporting unjust and destructive actions abroad.","tags":[{"_id":"668d9ff00b76658b4c2329a9","tag":"Contemporary Life: Jobs and Career","count":120},{"_id":"668d9fde0b76658b4c23277c","tag":"Contemporary Life: Politics","count":35}],"createdOn":"2024-07-09T20:40:37.162Z"}