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Is it permissible to pray, whether standing or sitting, in a car for someone who works in the Special Forces or police due to long, dangerous patrols, as it is not possible to pray standing?

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The obligatory prayer (fard) is not permissible while walking or in a car, because it must be performed with all its conditions, pillars, and complete form. Performance in such a state is only permitted in cases of extreme fear, fighting an enemy, fear of being separated from companions, suffering harm, or fear for one's life and property; based on the verse: "But if you are in danger, pray while walking or riding." As for the supererogatory prayer (nafilah) for a traveler, it is permissible to perform it while riding, even if not facing the Qiblah, and without an excuse.

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