The ruling on supplicating for the guidance and rectitude of disbelievers and innovators

Question:
What is the ruling on supplicating for the guidance and rectitude of disbelievers and innovators? Is there a disagreement among the scholars regarding this, and what is the stronger position in this matter?

Answer:
Guidance is sought by everyone; seeking guidance is required of everyone, whether they are a disbeliever, a sinner, or otherwise. Every person is in need of guidance. You read in every unit of prayer You are seeking guidance while you are a believer, seeking guidance, steadfastness upon the truth, and more guidance. Every person is in need of guidance. It was said to the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him): "Daws has disbelieved and rebelled." He said (peace and blessings be upon him): , and he supplicated for many of the disbelievers, so Allah guided them.
If a person is an oppressor who harms others, it is also permissible to supplicate for his destruction. It is permissible to supplicate for his destruction and to supplicate for his guidance; this is permissible and this is permissible. This is especially the case if they harm people and cause them damage; they are more deserving of supplication for their destruction due to their distance from guidance. If they cease their evil, then one should supplicate for their guidance, that Allah will guide them to the truth, and that Allah will make them see clearly.