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News Service Hezbollah Secretary General: Iran Is an Icon of Dignity and Honor

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem sent a letter of gratitude to the Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf over Iran’s support to Lebanon.
17 June 2026 - 07:20

Photos: Hoisting of Largest Muharram Mourning Flag in Tehran

The ceremony for hoisting the largest Imam Hussain (AS) mourning flag in the country atop the Flag Tower of the Islamic Republic was held in the Abbasabad Cultural and Tourism Zone in Tehran.
Photos: "Sala" Ritual Held at Imam Reza (a.s.) Holy Shrine

AhlulBayt News Agency: The traditional "Sala" ceremony, with a history of over 300 years, was held on the first day of the month of Muharram and the beginning of the mourning of Imam Hussain (a.s.), on the morning of Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in the presence of the servants of the illuminated shrine of Imam Reza (a.s.) at the golden minarets of the holy shrine. "Sala" literally means calling, inviting, and announcing, and in this ritual, poems and elegies are recited in mourning for Imam Hussain (a.s.).
Iran's Judiciary Chief: Country Ready to Resume Fighting If US Breaches MoU

Iranian Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei says the country is ready to fight on in its battle against US-Israeli aggression if the enemy fails to keep its promises under a newly announced agreement to end the war.

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Photos: Celebration of Eid Ghadir in Kahutu Village, Nigeria

2026-06-08 09:19
Photos: Ceremony of Raising Flag of Najaf Ashraf Over Dome of Imamzadeh Taher (AS)

AhlulBayt News Agency: The ceremony of raising the flag of the Ivān of Najaf Ashraf over the dome of the Holy Shrine of Imamzadeh Taher (AS) was held with the presence of pilgrims, officials, and servants of the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Abd al-Azim al-Hasani (AS). The Shrine of Imamzadeh Taher (AS) is located to the northeast of the luminous shrine of Hazrat Abd al-Azim al-Hasani (AS).
2026-06-06 10:15
From 'Epic Fury' to 'Fake Victory'

Trump is trying to find a dignified way out of the quagmire of war by making unrealistic claims about the results of negotiations with Iran
2026-05-30 10:06

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EnglishPSG’s Dembélé voices support for Palestinians in Rafah

Ousmane Dembélé, the Muslim star of Paris Saint-Germain has voiced support for the oppressed people of Palestine.
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News Service UEFA to vote on Israel suspension over Gaza war

UEFA is set to vote on suspending Israel from European football amid global outrage over its war on Gaza.
8 months ago
News Service French Judoka Doria Boursas refuses to shake hands with Israeli opponent

At the European Junior Judo Championships held in Bratislava, French judoka Doria Boursas made headlines after declining to shake hands with Israeli athlete Kerem Primo following their quarter-final match. Boursas, who recently claimed the title of French Junior Champion in the under-63kg category, went on to earn a bronze medal after a series of impressive performances.
9 months ago

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Paper: Four Strategic Messages of Iran’s Missile Strikes at Israel

The IRGC’s missile strikes at Israeli regime last night and this morning that came in realization of threat to respond to the Israeli aggression against southern Lebanon were not a simple military action, rather, they carried a message of state of Iranian military readiness, the way of Iran's use of two ceasefires for rebuilding its military power, and also a transformation of the operational doctrine of the Axis of Resistance.
2026-06-10 09:37
Revisiting US-Iran role projection: An emerging "self" vs. a tarnished "image"

The new war imposed on Iran by the U.S. and Israel has changed the international role of the countries to a great extent. In this analysis we are going to revisit this new role projection from a scientific point of view in the light of role theory in international relations.
2026-05-31 10:08
Paper / Eurasia Amid Iran War: Economy, Security and Rivalry of Corridors

While the US-Israeli war on Iran has drawn the whole world attention to the Persian Gulf as the heart of the tension, this war has its impacts going beyond the borders of conflict, fundamental impacts that can seriously alter regional orders in mid terms.
2026-05-25 09:29

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Ayatollah Ramazani: The West distorts Islam; we must tell the truth

The Secretary-General of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS) World Assembly said: The duty of the media, in the truest sense, is to convey the truth. We should not view media and virtual space with a Machiavellian perspective. The West exploits virtual space to expand its power, but our approach must be humanitarian and realistic.
2025-05-01 15:17
Full Text: Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky's Message to the Third International Conference of Media Narrators of the Ahlul Bayt (AS)

In a world where social media empowers every individual to be a broadcaster but also serves as a potent instrument of propaganda, the challenge of conveying truth is paramount. At this important conference on media, convened during the blessed month of Dhū l-Qaʿda, we recognize the tremendous effort required to counter negative narratives and disseminate accurate information. The Ahlul-Bayt (as) World Assembly News Agency (ABNA) and its initiatives like Al-Thaqalayn International TV are essential in this endeavor, providing a reliable voice for the teachings of Ahlul-Bayt (peace be upon them) amidst a sea of controlled and misleading information.
2025-05-06 23:05
ABNA Launches New Website in 27 Living Languages

The managing director of the ABNA announced the registration of the International Union of Media Activists of Ahl al-Bayt (AS) and its official launch after reaching 1,000 members.
2025-05-01 14:47

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5th Vol. of "In the Presence of the AhlulBayt (a.s.)" translated, published in English by ABWA

The fifth volume of the book "In the Presence of the AhlulBayt (a.s.)," on the subject of temporary marriage (Mut'ah), has been translated into English and published by the AhlulBayt World Assembly.
2026-06-17 04:45
"The Role of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) in Establishing the Congregation of the Righteous" Translated, Published in Indonesian

By the efforts of the General Department of Cultural Services and Publications of the AhlulBayt World Assembly, the second volume of the book "The Role of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) in Establishing the Congregation of the Righteous" has been translated into Indonesian and published.
2026-06-17 03:50
22nd Vol. of "In the Presence of the AhlulBayt (a.s.)" Translated, Published in English

By the efforts of the General Department of Cultural Services and Publications of the AhlulBayt World Assembly, the 22nd volume of the book "In the Presence of the AhlulBayt (a.s.)" concerning the superiority of Imam Ali (a.s.) over other companions, has been translated into English and published.
2026-06-17 03:38

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Hazrat Ruqayyah (s.a.): A Mirror of the Oppression of Hazrat Fatimah (s.a.)

In historical narratives and traditions, deeply moving similarities have been recounted between Hazrat Ruqayyah (s.a.) and her noble grandmother, Hazrat Fatimah (s.a.)—from the suffering of the slap and the weight of oppression, to the dream of meeting her father before her passing, and her nocturnal washing and burial. These parallels reflect the enduring tragedy of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS) throughout Islamic history and vividly illustrate the profound connection between the afflictions of Karbala and the events that followed the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
13:05 2026-06-18
Video: Million-Man Rally of Yemeni People in Condemnation of Trump's Insult to Holy Mecca

According to the AhlulBayt (AS) International News Agency – ABNA – the people of Sa'dah and other cities in Yemen, in widespread rallies, strongly condemned the insult by US President Donald Trump to the holy city of Mecca.
11:10 2026-06-17
Videos: Aerial Footage Shows Red Lights Illuminate Bayn al‑Haramein as Muharram Begins

09:20 2026-06-17

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News Service Hazrat Ruqayyah (s.a.): A Mirror of the Oppression of Hazrat Fatimah (s.a.)

In historical narratives and traditions, deeply moving similarities have been recounted between Hazrat Ruqayyah (s.a.) and her noble grandmother, Hazrat Fatimah (s.a.)—from the suffering of the slap and the weight of oppression, to the dream of meeting her father before her passing, and her nocturnal washing and burial. These parallels reflect the enduring tragedy of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS) throughout Islamic history and vividly illustrate the profound connection between the afflictions of Karbala and the events that followed the demise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
2026-06-18 13:05
Infographic: Everlasting Connection with AhlulBayt through Daily Ziyarat

News Service Thursday's Ziyarat: Ziyarat of Imam Hasan al- Askari (a.s.)

AhlulBayt News Agency: In Islamic teachings, a special Ziyarat for each day of the week has been narrated for the Infallible Imams (AS), so that the hearts of the believers may maintain a continuous connection with the AhlulBayt (AS) amidst the flow of daily life. These Ziyarats provide a suitable opportunity to renew one's covenant, express love and recognition for the Infallible Imams (AS), and take guidance from the way of life of the divine leaders. They can elevate the human soul on the path of servitude and spirituality.
2026-06-18 10:41
CulturalThe Husseini Epic of the Martyred Leader: A Family Sacrificed on the Altar of Resistance

On February 28, 2026, the world witnessed a truth enemy media had long denied: Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei and his family—from his wife to a 14-month-old infant—were martyred together in their own home. In a modern-day echo of Karbala, the Leader chose honor over shelter, proving that the Islamic Revolution's path is paved not with compromise, but with sacrifice.
2026-06-17 22:20
News Service Photos: Muharram Mourning Procession in Saminaka, Nigeria

2026-06-17 13:06
News Service Photos: Muharram Mourning Procession in Unguwar Bawa Village, Nigeria

2026-06-17 13:04
News Service Photos: 1st Decade of Muharram Majalis at Jafaria Hussainiya in Brussels, Belgium

2026-06-17 12:54
News Service Photos: Muharram Mourning Majalis at Kyaung Gyi Mosque in Pyay town, Myanmar

2026-06-17 12:48
News Service Iran now a 'regional superpower': Lebanese MP says

A Lebanese lawmaker has lauded Iran as a "regional superpower," citing the Islamic Republic's triumph in the face of the latest unprovoked American-Israeli aggression.
2026-06-17 12:41
News Service Photos: First Day of Muharram in Kano, Nigeria

2026-06-17 12:39
News Service Photos: Raising Ceremony of "Ya Hussain" Flag by Start of Muharram in Abuja, Nigeria

2026-06-17 12:35