Is it permissible to defend property (if someone is stealing someone's money, car, or something else), whether it leads to casualties or not? Should one surrender in some cases, for example, if the property is of little value?
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may God protect him):
These matters are subject to the laws and regulations in place, and one must not deviate from the laws that are necessary for maintaining public order.
Source: Special Inquiry.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect him):
It is permissible to defend oneself as long as it does not lead to killing.
Source: Short Messages for Legal Inquiries - Qom Office.
May you be successful in all good.