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News Service Syrian Alawite Council 'Sheikh Ghazal' Announces Nationwide Peaceful Protest in Syria

Sheikh Ghazal Ghazal, head of the Supreme Alawite Islamic Council, has urged a nationwide five-day strike starting Monday to protest religious persecution and sectarian violence under HTS rule.
7 December 2025 - 07:54

Iran announces new findings in Israeli spy case

Iranian judicial authorities have released new information on an Israeli spy arrested in Karaj, confirming the discovery of advanced intelligence and surveillance equipment inside his residence.
Itikaf ceremonies now held in over 60 countries: Official

The Head of Iran’s National Itikaf Headquarters says the spiritual tradition of Itikaf continues to expand globally, with ceremonies now organized in more than 60 countries—an achievement he attributes to the influence and experience of the city of Qom.
Photos (2): Closing ceremony of 48th Quranic knowledge competition held in Qom

AhlulBayt News Agency: The closing ceremony of the final stage of the 48th nationwide Quranic competition in the fields of Quranic knowledge, Nahj al-Balagha, Sahifa Sajjadiya, and the international section for international students of Al-Mustafa International University was held on Sunday morning, December 7, 2025, coinciding with Student Day, at the conference hall of the holy shrine of Imamzadeh Seyyed Ali (a.s.) in Qom.

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Photos: Massive peaceful rallies demand release of missing Shia youth across Gilgit-Baltistan

Senior religious cleric of the Shia Nation in In Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan "Agha Syed Rahat Hussain Al-Husseini" expressed heartfelt gratitude to the faithful AhlulBayt followers for their strong participation in a peaceful rally where chants of Labbaik Ya Hussain and Labbaik Ya Mahdi (AS) echoed with passion. The protest raised a powerful voice against the forced arrests of Shia youth and demanded their immediate release. The leader urged unity and announced that if the missing youth are not freed, the entire region will shut down with peaceful demonstrations. Gilgit has now become the center of resistance, with hundreds of believers standing for justice, declaring that their voice will not be silenced until the missing youth return home.
Photos: Germany’s Ambassador visits Al-Abbas’s Holy Shrine

AhlulBayt News Agency: Germany’s Ambassador to Iraq Daniel Krieber visited Hazrat Abbas’s (a.s.) Holy Shrine. He praised the services provided by the Holy Shrine to visitors and the community especially during religious occasions and million-visitor events; in addition to the expansion projects that accommodate large numbers of visitors.
Photos: 51st Imam Hussain (A.S) Day Celebrated with Great Fervor in India

AhlulBayt News Agency: The 51st Imam Hussain Day (A.D) was observed with full enthusiasm and devotion in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. Renowned scholar and General Secretary of the All India Shia Personal Law Board, Maulana Yasoob Abbas participated as the special guest of the program. A large number of people from the community attended the event.

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Trump Proclaims a Nonexistent Peace: Without Justice for Palestine, There Will Never Be Stability in Middle East

In yet another display of political ignorance and blatant media manipulation, Donald Trump has once again proclaimed “the arrival of peace in the Middle East.” His words, repeated triumphantly in certain Western circles, attempt to sell a dangerous fantasy: the idea that the region can stabilize while the Palestinian wound remains open, bleeding, and silenced.
2025-11-23 12:50
Life and legacy of Allameh Tabataba’i

Seyyed Mohammad Hossein Tabataba’i is considered one of Iran’s foremost philosophers, mystics, and Qur’anic scholars. His teachings and writings continue to shape religious thought in Iran over four decades after his passing.
2025-11-15 13:16
Palestinian People Reject Imposition and Demand Dignity

The voice of the Palestinian people is once again ringing out clearly: no more impositions, no more Palestinian Authority under the shadow of occupation, and no more leadership disconnected from the reality of the people.
2025-11-10 13:09

Art & Sport

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: Will Hadhramaut Battle Change Yemen Map?

Over the past few days, Yemen’s east has been a scene for fast-moving and critical field developments that have led to a fundamental change in the region’s political and security landscape. At the center of these developments stands the oil-rich Hadhramaut province that alone accounts for over 40 percent of the country’s size.
2025-12-08 10:35
Paper: Is Lebanese Forces Party Pushing for a Coup Through FM Raji?

In recent weeks, the Lebanese politics have seen escalation of stances of anti-Hezbollah figures to pursue the Israeli-Arab-Western plan aimed at disarming the resistance movement. One of the leading figures at the center of this political and media campaign has been Youssef Raji, the foreign minister of the government of Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. His stances have made him the top opponent of Hezbollah in the current government.
2025-12-07 09:32
Paper: Has Peace between Turkey and PKK Run into a Deadlock?

The peace process between the Turkish government and the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) that after years of a stalemate showed signs of revival is now again running into deep questions and challenges. The announcement of the PKK dissolution by its imprisoned leader Abdullah Ocalan and then accepting suspension of armed struggle all promised a new chapter in the complex relations of Ankara and this terrorist group. But it seems that the heavy shadow of the past and the flawed logic of confrontation disallow smooth advance to peace.
2025-12-03 10:23

Meeting & Conference

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

“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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Video: Selected world news in past week (29/11/2025 - 05/12/2025)

AhlulBayt News Agency: Watch the selected Islamic and Shia events around the world in the past week (29/11/2025 - 05/12/2025) in the following video:
18:09 2025-12-07
Video: Soft Power Stressed in Meeting with Imam Khamenei, ahead of Lady Fatimah’s Birth Anniversary

Exclusive report from Imam Khamenei's meeting with thousands of women from across the country, Dec. 3, 2025
10:15 2025-12-07
Video: Evil Western capitalist logic humiliates women

Dec 6, 2025 Print A review of Imam Khamenei’s statements throughout decades critiquing and exposing the Western capitalistic, humiliating view of women
10:01 2025-12-07

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News Service Iran announces new findings in Israeli spy case

Iranian judicial authorities have released new information on an Israeli spy arrested in Karaj, confirming the discovery of advanced intelligence and surveillance equipment inside his residence.
2025-12-08 17:01
News Service Itikaf ceremonies now held in over 60 countries: Official

The Head of Iran’s National Itikaf Headquarters says the spiritual tradition of Itikaf continues to expand globally, with ceremonies now organized in more than 60 countries—an achievement he attributes to the influence and experience of the city of Qom.
2025-12-08 15:27
News Service Photos: Massive peaceful rallies demand release of missing Shia youth across Gilgit-Baltistan

Senior religious cleric of the Shia Nation in In Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan "Agha Syed Rahat Hussain Al-Husseini" expressed heartfelt gratitude to the faithful AhlulBayt followers for their strong participation in a peaceful rally where chants of Labbaik Ya Hussain and Labbaik Ya Mahdi (AS) echoed with passion. The protest raised a powerful voice against the forced arrests of Shia youth and demanded their immediate release. The leader urged unity and announced that if the missing youth are not freed, the entire region will shut down with peaceful demonstrations. Gilgit has now become the center of resistance, with hundreds of believers standing for justice, declaring that their voice will not be silenced until the missing youth return home.
2025-12-08 14:13
News Service Video: 18 South African Hospitals Protest for Release of Medical Staff Held by Israel

18 hospitals across South Africa stood together in protest demanding the release of medical staff, women, children, and all political prisoners unlawfully held by Israel.
2025-12-08 13:42
News Service Photos: Germany’s Ambassador visits Al-Abbas’s Holy Shrine

AhlulBayt News Agency: Germany’s Ambassador to Iraq Daniel Krieber visited Hazrat Abbas’s (a.s.) Holy Shrine. He praised the services provided by the Holy Shrine to visitors and the community especially during religious occasions and million-visitor events; in addition to the expansion projects that accommodate large numbers of visitors.
2025-12-08 13:26
News Service Over 500,000 Waqf Properties Uploaded on the UMEED Portal

With over 517,000 property uploads at final count, the UMEED central portal for management of waqf properties closed for the process on Dec 6 night, as per the six-month deadline set out under the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025.
2025-12-08 13:15
News Service Palestinian teen martyred, several injured in separate Israeli raids across West Bank

A Palestinian teenager has been killed and several others were injured after Israeli troops shot them during separate raids across the occupied West Bank.
2025-12-08 13:10
News Service Photos: 51st Imam Hussain (A.S) Day Celebrated with Great Fervor in India

AhlulBayt News Agency: The 51st Imam Hussain Day (A.D) was observed with full enthusiasm and devotion in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. Renowned scholar and General Secretary of the All India Shia Personal Law Board, Maulana Yasoob Abbas participated as the special guest of the program. A large number of people from the community attended the event.
2025-12-08 12:47
News Service Photos (2): Closing ceremony of 48th Quranic knowledge competition held in Qom

AhlulBayt News Agency: The closing ceremony of the final stage of the 48th nationwide Quranic competition in the fields of Quranic knowledge, Nahj al-Balagha, Sahifa Sajjadiya, and the international section for international students of Al-Mustafa International University was held on Sunday morning, December 7, 2025, coinciding with Student Day, at the conference hall of the holy shrine of Imamzadeh Seyyed Ali (a.s.) in Qom.
2025-12-08 12:43
News Service India; Bulldozers Leave Over 90 Muslim Families in Lurch

Government accused of targeting community, blocking journalists and ignoring pleas against sudden pre-dawn demolition in freezing weather.
2025-12-08 12:21