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News Service Sheikh Isa Qassim: Alliance with US, Israel signals decline of Islamic Ummah

Ayatollah Sheikh Isa Qassim, the Bahraini Shi‘a scholar, strongly criticized what he described as the decline of the Muslim Ummah’s standing, declaring that the efforts of certain governments…
14 December 2025 - 12:15

Iran stands against hegemony-seeking powers: IRGC cmdr

Referring to the hybrid war of the Global Arrogance waged against Iranian nation, the deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) says Iran has stood against the hegemony-seeking powers with might.
Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Meets Assembly of Experts Representative in Tehran

Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky visited Representative of the people of Tehran Province in the Assembly of Experts for Leadership and Deputy of International Communications at the Office of Imam Khamenei, Sheikh Mohsen Qomi, today, Wednesday, 17/12/2025, at his office in Tehran.
Photos: Closing Ceremony of 19th International “Cinema Haqiqat” Film Festival in Tehran

According to the AhlulBayt (AS) International News Agency – ABNA – the closing ceremony of the 19th International “Cinema Haqiqat” Documentary Film Festival was held on Tuesday evening, December 16, 2025, at Vahdat Hall in Tehran. The event was attended by Sayyed Abbas Salehi, Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, Raed Faridzadeh, Head of the Cinema Organization, along with documentary filmmakers and other cinema professionals.

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Photos: Kufa’s Great Mosque Immersed in Rain and Devotion
Photos: Educational Workshop Held at Vienna Islamic High School on Human Rights Day

According to the AhlulBayt (a.s.) International News Agency – ABNA – an educational workshop was held at the Vienna Islamic High School on the occasion of Human Rights Day. The event was directed by Carla Amina Baghajati, head of the Islamic Schools Department in Austria.
Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Meets Assembly of Experts Representative in Tehran

Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky visited Representative of the people of Tehran Province in the Assembly of Experts for Leadership and Deputy of International Communications at the Office of Imam Khamenei, Sheikh Mohsen Qomi, today, Wednesday, 17/12/2025, at his office in Tehran.

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She who builds humanity: Fatimah Zahra and restoration of womanhood

Women are hurting. Around the world, women are living through a profound crisis – one that is deeper than headlines about inequality or statistics about violence. It is a crisis rooted in how modern societies see women, and even more fundamentally, in how they fail to see them as full human beings. This is not a sudden development of recent decades but the culmination of social structures, economic systems, and cultural norms that have been forming for centuries.
2025-12-17 09:50
Holistic identity of a woman: Beyond stereotypes

In Islam, the identity of a woman is defined as a multidimensional and impactful personality. On an individual level, she possesses faith, chastity, and intellectual and spiritual growth. Within the family, she is the manager of the household and entrusted with the most crucial task of human upbringing, serving as a source of tranquility for her family. In society, she plays an influential role in public affairs.
2025-12-17 09:48
Prominent Islamic Scholar Abdulaziz Sachedina Passes Away at 83

Sachedina was regarded as one of the most influential contemporary scholars of Islam. Born to a Shia family of Indian heritage in Tanzania, East Africa, he received his early education there.
2025-12-09 13:41

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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.
2 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.
3 months ago

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Paper: Is Yemen on Verge of Split?

In recent weeks, southern Yemen provinces have seen fast-moving and surprising developments, sending a majority of observers to warn about sweeping changes in the future landscape of this part of the country.
2025-12-16 09:36
Paper: Tehran-Riyadh Going Beyond De-escalation, Now Seeking Common Cooperation Grounds

As the security and political developments gain pace in West Asia, Iran and Saudi Arabia more than before move towards strengthening bilateral relations and strategic convergence. In this connection, the third joint meeting of the deputy foreign ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia, accompanied by China, was held on Tuesday in Tehran.
2025-12-16 09:33
Analysis: Strategic Enigma in Baku-Abu Dhabi Alliance

Over the past decade, the UAE has transformed from a peripheral actor to an effective regional power, and in this path it has gone beyond West Asia. South Caucasus has been one of the new regions with geopolitical significance grabbing Abu Dhabi’s attention.
2025-12-11 08:30

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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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“Charter of Statesmanship by Imam Ali (a.s.)” Published in Malaysia

The book “Charter of Statesmanship by Imam Ali (a.s.)”, translated into English and published in Malaysia by the Department of Cultural Services and Publications of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly.
2025-12-07 21:06
“Blossom of Smiles” from the Sunflower Series Published in India

Blossom of Smiles, part of the Sunflower children’s series, has been translated into Urdu by the Cultural Services and Publications Department of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly and released in India.
2025-12-03 18:24
“Fragrances of the Life of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) Imams” Published in Tanzania

The book “Fragrances of the Life of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) Imams” has been translated into Swahili and published in Tanzania by the Cultural Services and Publications Department of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly.
2025-11-29 05:27

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Photos: Taklif Ceremony for 25 Blind Girls at Imam Al-Hussain Holy Shrine

The Noor al-Imam al-Hussain (AS) Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired, affiliated with the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussain (AS), held a ceremony marking the religious responsibility (Taklif) of 25 female students who reached the age of obligation. The event included Braille recitations of the Ziyarat of Imam Hussain and Lady Fatima al-Zahra (AS). Officials emphasized the shrine’s commitment to supporting the blind community by opening branches across provinces and providing essential assistance.
13:48 2025-12-17
Video: Selected world news in past week (06/12/2025 - 12/12/2025)

AhlulBayt News Agency: Watch the selected Islamic and Shia events around the world in the past week (06/12/2025 - 12/12/2025) in the following video:
21:15 2025-12-15
Video: News photo clip around the world (December 06 to 12)

AhlulBayt News Agency: News photo clip around the world (December 06 to 12).
08:05 2025-12-13

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News Service Unveiling 50 Research Works; Honoring Scholars at ABWA

During a ceremony marking Research Week, the Scientific and Cultural Department of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly unveiled 50 research and educational achievements.
2025-12-17 21:48
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News Service Regional Webinar for Latin American Women Held to Mark Lady Fatimah’s (a.s.) Birth Anniversary

A regional webinar bringing together Spanish-speaking women from across Latin America was held to mark the birth anniversary of Lady Fatimah (a.s.), with the participation of scholars and activists from several countries.
2025-12-17 21:35
News Service Coordination Council Meeting on Resistance Martyrs Anniversary, Najaf

Officials and organizers met in Najaf to coordinate anniversary ceremonies for the Resistance martyrs, reviewing plans, assigning responsibilities, and stressing unity, careful planning, and effective use of cultural and media resources to deliver a message of steadfastness to future generations.
2025-12-17 20:53
News Service “Sacred Struggle”: Iranian Cleric Describes Religious Journalism

An Iranian cleric told editors of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) International News Agency that religious journalism constitutes a sacred struggle rooted in prophetic tradition, urging media to uphold divine knowledge amid a global order, he said, promotes self-centeredness and spiritual deviation.
2025-12-17 20:05
News Service Modernization, Technology, Drivers of Scientific Momentum

The president of AhlulBayt (a.s.) International University described modernization and technology as key instruments for accelerating scientific progress, saying the university is pursuing scientific innovation through six core strategic approaches.
2025-12-17 19:24
News Service Iran stands against hegemony-seeking powers: IRGC cmdr

Referring to the hybrid war of the Global Arrogance waged against Iranian nation, the deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) says Iran has stood against the hegemony-seeking powers with might.
2025-12-17 17:45
News Service Photos: Kufa’s Great Mosque Immersed in Rain and Devotion

2025-12-17 13:58
News Service Photos: Taklif Ceremony for 25 Blind Girls at Imam Al-Hussain Holy Shrine

The Noor al-Imam al-Hussain (AS) Institute for the Blind and Visually Impaired, affiliated with the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussain (AS), held a ceremony marking the religious responsibility (Taklif) of 25 female students who reached the age of obligation. The event included Braille recitations of the Ziyarat of Imam Hussain and Lady Fatima al-Zahra (AS). Officials emphasized the shrine’s commitment to supporting the blind community by opening branches across provinces and providing essential assistance.
2025-12-17 13:48
News Service Photos: Educational Workshop Held at Vienna Islamic High School on Human Rights Day

According to the AhlulBayt (a.s.) International News Agency – ABNA – an educational workshop was held at the Vienna Islamic High School on the occasion of Human Rights Day. The event was directed by Carla Amina Baghajati, head of the Islamic Schools Department in Austria.
2025-12-17 13:34
News Service Photos: Sheikh Zakzaky Meets Assembly of Experts Representative in Tehran

Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky visited Representative of the people of Tehran Province in the Assembly of Experts for Leadership and Deputy of International Communications at the Office of Imam Khamenei, Sheikh Mohsen Qomi, today, Wednesday, 17/12/2025, at his office in Tehran.
2025-12-17 13:28