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dire need because of starvation, calamity, or war; or the
payer has some relatives in another country needing his
help. These reasons permit the Muslims to send their Zakah
to the poor Muslims who resist the aggressors and suffer
from starvation and calamities in Palestine, Afghanistan,
Kashmir, Bangladesh, Burma, etc.
As for the difference of the scholars over some fatwas, the
Muslim can choose the opinion of the scholar who is known
for his vast knowledge, faithfulness, and accuracy and in
whom he places his confidence, just as the patient does
when the doctors differ over his illness. The mistake in
these matters is forgiven, and every person will get the
reward according to what he has intended.
Finally, I would like to say that the hadith that
reads "Fasting in the month of Ramadan lies suspended
between the earth and heaven; it is only raised (to
heaven) by Zakat Al-fitr" has not proved to be authentic.
Allah Almighty knows best.