What is the ruling on political party affiliation?

The questioner : Our Shaykh, there is a question regarding our contemporary reality. As we know, we are currently living in an atmosphere that is not hidden from anyone. It is likely that political parties will be permitted in this country. If this is permitted in this country, where do we stand regarding this matter?

The Shaykh : This is a statement that does not warrant an answer because it is vague.

The questioner : So, what is the position of Islam regarding party politics and democracy?

The Shaykh : There is no party politics in Islam and no democracy in Islam. Islam is free from all principles, all party affiliations, and all blocs. What is with Allah is better and more lasting. Is that all the question?

The questioner : No, actually...

The Shaykh : No, the introduction is longer. What do you care about in the topic?

The questioner : What concerns me in the topic, our Shaykh, is that we recently heard that some of the Salafis are seriously considering party politics. This matter, of course, undoubtedly has its dimensions, both present and future, so that we might take the matter from its source, so to speak. And you are the Shaykh of everyone, without a doubt...

The Shaykh: Excuse me.

The questioner : We ask Allah for you a long life and a good ending, so we wanted to take it from the source?

The Shaykh : If Allah wills, you will hear a long recording by Abu Layla on this specific matter. Is that so?
Abu Layla : It is so, yes, our Shaykh. It is not a council of councils.

The Shaykh : Councils, huh?
Al-Halabi : Yes, our Shaykh, I say:
"If Hudham speaks, believe her, for the truth is what Hudham says."