The blessing of Sheikh Sanusi was with us. We make this speech to support the previous words and say that Ibn Al-Senussi participated in the jihad in Algeria against the French by sending fighters, weapons, and money, and by treating his followers. Ibn Al-Senussi's position is natural because he was moved by the plight of his homeland and worked to contribute to its liberation within his capabilities.

Ibn Al-Senussi traveled from Ubari to Tripoli, passing through it on his way. He stayed with the Al-Muntasser family, who were distinguished from others who served the state. They were in close contact with Ashqar Pasha, who was keen to meet and communicate with them. Shukri concluded from the governor's hospitality that Al-Senussi's visit was a clear acknowledgment of his status and a sign of the Ottoman state's desire to benefit from his funds to reform the corrupt conditions. However, there is evidence that Ashqar Pasha did not welcome Ibn Al-Senussi's arrival at first. Al-Malik Adardas mentioned that when Ibn Al-Senussi arrived in Tripoli, the Turkish governor was annoyed by him and feared him. The Al-Muntasser family, who were hosting Ibn Al-Senussi, realized this and worked to introduce him to the governor, who then recognized him and was impressed by his piety.

Fasl Al-Asbab discusses this point, stating that after Qais arrived, he returned to Tripoli in early 1912. The governor of Tripoli at that time was Ashqar Pasha, who had received distorted news about Al-Senussi's call and movement, which was said to be... (text is incomplete).

Shukri, p. 2. Ashqar Pasha took over the governorship of Tripoli in 1911 and was dismissed in 1912.

From the words of Al-Malik, p. 5.