Description: (Egyptian Islamic Scholar)
Yusuf al-Qaradawi was a prominent Egyptian Islamic scholar known for his leadership in the International Union of Muslim Scholars. He authored over 120 books, including works such as "The Lawful and the Prohibited in Islam." Al-Qaradawi gained global recognition through his Al Jazeera program "Sharia and Life" and the establishment of IslamOnline. Despite his ties to the Muslim Brotherhood, he claimed to have distanced himself from the organization. Referred to as a "moderate Islamist," his controversial views on topics like Palestinian suicide bombings led to conflicts with Western governments.