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News Service Martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei to Be Laid to Rest at Imam Reza Shrine on July 9

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Martyr Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei will be laid to rest at the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS), Mashhad, Khorasan Razavi province, on July 09.
14 June 2026 - 07:25

Grand Ayatollah Sobhani Praises Supreme Assembly of Islamic Wisdom in High‑Level Meeting

The head of the Supreme Assembly of Islamic Wisdom has held a meeting with Grand Ayatollah Jafar Sobhani, one of the senior-most Shia sources of emulation.
Iran is stronger than ever in the face of threats: Interior Minister

Iran's Minister of Interior Eskandar Momeni said Saturday that his country wil continue the path showed by martyres, adding that the nation is more powerful than ever in the face of threats today.
Iran FM Spokesman: Nation's Resistance Defeated Israeli Regime's Sinister Goals in 12-Day War

The Iranian foreign ministry spokesman says resistance and steadfastness of noble nation of Islamic Iran defeated the sinister goals of the Israeli regime and its US backers during the 12-day of war of aggression in June 2025.

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Photos: Glimpse of 'Martyr of Ummah Conference' Held in Lahore

AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): The “Martyr of the Ummah Conference” held on 13 June at Minar‑e‑Pakistan in Lahore. In the gathering religious scholars incliding Sunni Ulemas, community leaders, and participants from across the region honored the legacy of the martyred Leader, Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei.
Photos: Red Carpets Laid at Imam Hussain Courtyard Ahead of Muharram
Photos: Memorial Ceremony for Ayatollah Fayyaz Held in Virginia, USA

According to the AhlulBayt (AS) International News Agency – ABNA – a group of scholars, imams of Islamic centers, and members of the Shia Scholars Council in the Washington metropolitan area held a memorial and commemoration ceremony for Ayatollah Fayyaz at the Khatam al-Nabiyyin (PBUH) Islamic Center.

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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

Papers

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

Publication, Sites & Softwa

Book on brave women in early Islam published in English

The English translation of Fatima Daulati’s novel “I Will Return” has been released on the international publishing market by Lantern Publications.
2026-06-13 11:53
"Imam Ali (a.s.) from the Perspective of the Caliphs" has been translated, published in Swahili by ABWA

By the efforts of the General Department of Cultural Services and Publications of the AhlulBayt World Assembly, the book "Imam Ali (a.s.) from the Perspective of the Caliphs" has been translated into Swahili and published.
2026-06-05 16:38
The book "Truth is with Ali (a.s.)" has been translated into Urdu and published by ABWA

By the General Department of Cultural Services and Publications of the AhlulBayt World Assembly, the book "Truth is with Ali (a.s.)" has been translated into Urdu and published.
2026-06-05 16:21

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Video: Aerial Footage of Grand "Martyr of Ummah" Gathering in Lahore, Pakistan

According to the AhlulBayt (a.s.) International News Agency (ABNA), a grand and magnificent ceremony to commemorate the martyred leader was held in the city of Lahore with the widespread presence of the people of Pakistan.
11:16 2026-06-14
Video: Black Mourning Banners Raised Across al‑Kāẓimayn Courtyards Ahead of Muharram

The al‑Kāẓimayn Holy Shrine has adorned its courtyards with black banners and mourning inscriptions as part of its annual preparations for the Month of Muharram. The symbolic draping signals the beginning of the Season of Sorrows, during which millions of believers commemorate the martyrdom of Imam al‑Husayn (AS) and the tragedies of Ashura.
10:15 2026-06-14
Video: Red Carpets Laid in al‑Abbas Shrine Courtyard Ahead of Hussaini Mourning Season

As the Husayni Season of Sorrows approaches, the al‑Abbas Holy Shrine has laid red carpets throughout its courtyard. The measure is part of the shrine’s annual preparations to welcome the large numbers of mourners who participate in Muharram rituals and Ashura commemorations.
09:38 2026-06-14

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CulturalAnalysis / Liar-in-Chief? Five False War Claims by Trump

The US President Donald Trump has lost his credibility even at home, so much so that recently the Democratic senator Adam Schiff commented on his treachery, saying that the president makes "falsehood after falsehood" and that the president's account of the state of negotiations to end the Iran war “lacks a lot of credibility.”
2026-06-14 13:05
News Service Grand Ayatollah Sobhani Praises Supreme Assembly of Islamic Wisdom in High‑Level Meeting

The head of the Supreme Assembly of Islamic Wisdom has held a meeting with Grand Ayatollah Jafar Sobhani, one of the senior-most Shia sources of emulation.
2026-06-14 13:04
News Service Bosnian Fans Fill Toronto Streets With Pro‑Palestine Chants Before World Cup Match

Thousands of Bosnian football fans turned the streets of Toronto into a show of solidarity with Palestine ahead of their national team’s opening World Cup match against Canada.
2026-06-14 13:02
News Service Israeli Drone Strike Kills Palestinian Civilian Near al‑Bureij Camp

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2026-06-14 13:01
News Service Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Welcome Progress in Iran–U.S. Talks

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, held a telephone conversation with his Saudi counterpart, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, to discuss the latest developments in the Iran–United States negotiations.
2026-06-14 13:00
News Service Gaza Death Toll Rises to 72,993 as Israeli Attacks Continue Despite Ceasefire

The death toll from the Israeli genocidal war on the Gaza Strip, which started on October 7, 2023, has surged to 72,993 martyrs, according to the health ministry on Saturday morning.
2026-06-14 13:00
News Service Two Palestinian Civilians Martyred in Israeli Drone Strike in Khan Yunis

Two Palestinian civilians were martyred and another one was wounded in an Israeli strike in the southern Gaza Strip on Saturday evening.
2026-06-14 12:59
News Service Bayn Al-Haramayn Department produces 64,000 liters of water daily in preparation for Muharram

The Between the Two Holy Shrines Department at the Al-Abbas's (p) Holy Shrine continues its work in desalinating and cooling water through its cooling division, using advanced systems that contribute to providing potable water in the area between the two holy shrines
2026-06-14 12:55
News Service ‘Hind Rajab World Cup Jerseys’ Launched to Spotlight Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis

A new collection of sports jerseys titled "Hind Rajab World Cup Jerseys" has been officially unveiled. The collection was designed and produced with the approval of the mother of Hind Rajab, the martyred Palestinian child.
2026-06-14 12:53
CulturalPew Survey Finds Sharp Worldwide Decline in Israel’s Image and Rising Youth Opposition

A new international poll indicates a deepening decline in the global image of the Israeli regime and a significant drop in public trust in Benjamin Netanyahu’s ability to make sound international decisions. The findings suggest that Israel is increasingly viewed outside the occupied territories as an aggressive actor and a threat to global stability and peace
2026-06-14 12:50