What is the correct path for jihad?

Question:
The responsibility of jihad falls first on the shoulders of the youth, but in reality, the youth of confusion hear a lot, but what is the practical, actual path?

Answer:
This question is undoubtedly valid and important, and that jihad is obligatory. People compel the youth to it because of their strength, vitality, and capability for jihad, especially those who have undergone training and have acquired a great deal of practice in righteousness and fighting. There is no doubt that their share in this is abundant. However, others must also assist them by providing them with money, transporting them to the locations of jihad, and helping them with equipment and weapons, among other things. The youth alone need the help of others; otherwise, who would support them, engage in battle with their own hands, assist them, and supply them with what they need to participate in jihad? Therefore, jihad is obligatory upon everyone. For this reason, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: The army needs leaders to direct it and move it to the locations of jihad and battle. It needs scholars to increase its knowledge and insight regarding the locations of battle, the locations of jihad, the places of effort, the places of distinction, and when to stand firm and when to advance, among other things. There is no doubt that jihad is obligatory upon everyone, especially when the enemy descends upon the land of some Muslims and gathers some Muslims, as happened in Afghanistan. That is among the most important and greatest forms of jihad, for the defense of the Muslims and to help them repel their enemy.