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Arbaeen, University for Human, Civilizational Development: Afghan Cleric
Ambiguity in Implementing the Gaza Agreement; Success of Disarmament Plan Tied to U.S. Pressure on Israel
New Details of the Joint U.S.-Saudi Attack on Hashd al-Shaabi Headquarters in Iraq

From Tenant to Leader: A Life of Humility and Service
Pakistani Delegation Visits ABNA Office, Vows to Keep Martyred Leader's Mission Alive No Matter the Cost
International Scholars and Students Gather in Qom to Honor Martyred Leader in Commemorative Ceremony + VIDEO
From Ashura to Retribution: How Arab Media Decoded the Supreme Leader's Post-Funeral Message
Afghan Dignitary Says Leader Was Not Just for Iran but for Entire Islamic World

News Service Zionists Targeted Islamic Ummah/ Many Arab Rulers Serving Israel: Ansarullah Leader

Sayyid Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, in remarks, stated, "We condemn the unjust American-Saudi aggression against Iraq and emphasize our full solidarity with the Iraqi nation, its security institutions,…
31 July 2026 - 22:04

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First International Media Campaign "Inna Ala Al-Ahd" to Be Held / Full Details, Submission Guidelines, and Publication of Selected Works

The secretariat of the "Inna Ala Al-Ahd" Media Campaign has announced the details of the event, participation requirements, and submission procedures through the publication of its first official call.
Five flights leave Iran’s Rasht for Iraq’s holy cities

The director general of Sardar Jangal Rasht International Airport has announced that five Arbaeen flights departed Rasht, carrying Iranian pilgrims to the holy cities of Najaf and Baghdad.
Strait of Hormuz has nothing to do with US: Advisor to Leader

A senior military advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution has said Strait of Hormuz has nothing to do with the US, stressing that the whole world uses the strait and no country is willing to let US meddle in the strait.

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Photos: Funeral Ceremony for Hashd al-Shaabi Martyrs in Iraq

A funeral ceremony for a number of Hashd al-Shaabi (Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces) martyrs was held with the participation of their families, comrades, and various segments of the public.
Photos: Anti-American Gathering by Arbaeen Pilgrims at Pillar 1080 on Tariq al-Hussain Route

According to ABNA International News Agency – A passionate gathering of Arbaeen pilgrims took place in front of the Mawkib of the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Fatimah Masoumeh (s.a.) along the Arbaeen pilgrimage route in Iraq.
Photos: Imam Ali Holy Shrine on Eve of Arbaeen

The holy city of Najaf and the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali (a.s.), on the eve of Arbaeen, are witnessing the presence of a massive influx of pilgrims who have traveled from all corners of the world to this city to set foot on the path of Hussain (a.s.).

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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

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.
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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.
10 months ago

Papers

Paper / From Red Sea to Black Sea: Geopolitical Impacts of Ukraine’s Attack on Iran’s Ship in Caspian Sea

The attack on an Iranian commercial cargo vessel in the Caspian Sea on Saturday could mark the opening of a new chapter in the broadening conflict between Iran and the US-Israeli coalition and the emerging coalitions forming around it.
2026-07-28 10:44
Paper: What’s Agenda of Iraqi PM’s Tehran Visit?

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaydi’s trip to Tehran today is far more than a routine diplomatic visit between neighbors. Scheduled in the first months of Baghdad’s new government, in line with Iraqi political tradition, the visit underscores that Iran remains a decisive factor in Iraq’s strategic calculations, and that no administration in Baghdad can stabilize its foreign policy without first recalibrating ties with Tehran.
2026-07-25 10:55
Paper: Iraq at a Critical Juncture in Relations with US

The new Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaydi who has recently made an important political and propagandistic splash by his daring, unprecedented anti-corruption campaign, this time has broken the tradition choosing the US as the first destination of his first trip since he took the office later in April. He flew to Washington to meet the US President Donald Trump on Monday, a move aimed at highlighting the importance of the relationship between the US and Iraq and also securing Trump's support for the new cabinet.
2026-07-19 08:23

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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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Global Media Call to Capture the Everlasting Epic of Arbaeen e Husayni

Organizers of the Third International Event "Naḥnu Abnā'u al-Ḥusayn (A.S.)" have opened submissions for photographers, videographers, podcasters, and AI artists, inviting the world to document the spiritual grandeur of the Arba'een pilgrimage through a non-competitive, narrative-driven lens.
2026-07-29 19:29
"The Nation of Imam Hussain (a.s.); From Karbala to Iran" Published

The book "The Nation of Imam Hussain (a.s.); From Karbala to Iran" written by Maedeh Al-Morteza has been published by Jamkaran Publications.
2026-07-22 01:50
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

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Video: News photo clip around the world (July 25 to 31)

AhlulBayt News Agency: News photo clip around the world (July 25 to 31).
17:10 2026-08-01
Video: 34th Annual Husain Day Convention in Bengaluru

AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): At the 34th Annual Husain Day Convention held in Bengaluru, Karnataka, religious scholars from different faiths, political leaders, intellectuals, and prominent social figures described the life and sacrifice of Imam Husain (AS) as a universal message of justice, freedom, human dignity, and global peace. The speakers also underscored the importance of strengthening interfaith harmony, upholding constitutional values, and fostering a united stand against oppression.
10:30 2026-08-01
Video: Ashura; A School for Elucidating Philosophy of Victory

AhlulBayt News Agency: In the culture of Ashura, victory is not merely about surviving or achieving military dominance; rather, sometimes truth is immortalized through the blood of martyrs and the message of the captives. For this reason, Imam Sajjad (a.s.), after Karbala, by preserving the name of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), introduced the Husseini movement as victorious and eternal.
08:45 2026-08-01

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News Service Arbaeen, University for Human, Civilizational Development: Afghan Cleric

The Friday Prayer Leader of Mazar-i-Sharif described Arbaeen not merely as a mourning ritual, but as one of the greatest universities for human and civilizational development in Islamic history, and emphasized that Hussain (a.s.) belongs to all free people of the world.
2026-08-01 23:15
News Service Ambiguity in Implementing the Gaza Agreement; Success of Disarmament Plan Tied to U.S. Pressure on Israel

Simultaneously with the proposal of the draft agreement regarding the resistance's weapons in Gaza, doubts about its feasibility have increased; because the Zionist regime has not signed this agreement, and the disagreement over the method of disarmament and the future of Hamas remains the most important obstacle to its realization.
2026-08-01 23:08
News Service New Details of the Joint U.S.-Saudi Attack on Hashd al-Shaabi Headquarters in Iraq

Security sources have released new details about the U.S. and Saudi airstrikes on Hashd al-Shaabi headquarters in a number of Iraqi provinces.
2026-08-01 23:03
News Service Ashura, Eternal School of Fighting Worldliness, Defending the Truth: Kashmiri Cleric

The head of the Shia Religious Association of Jammu and Kashmir said, "Ashura taught humanity that faith, justice, and human dignity should never be sacrificed for fleeting worldly interests, and that true happiness lies in faith, righteous deeds, and steadfastness on the path of truth."
2026-08-01 22:58
News Service Iraqi Scholar: Arbaeen Pilgrimage, Divine Project, Prelude to Reappearance of Imam Mahdi (a.s.)

Ayatollah Sayyid Yassin al-Mousawi, emphasizing that the Arbaeen pilgrimage is a divine project and a prelude to the appearance of the Imam of the Age (a.s.), stated, "The deep connection of the Iraqi people with Imam Hussain (a.s.) has been manifested in their accompaniment and response to his transformative and divine project in political, cultural, military, security, and economic arenas."
2026-08-01 22:53
News Service Claim of Similarity Between Restrictions in Jerusalem and Karbala on Bahraini Shiites

Sheikh Hussain al-Daihi, the Deputy Secretary-General of Bahrain's National Islamic Accord Association, in an article titled "When Two Restrictions Become Alike; Between Al-Aqsa and Karbala," claimed that the restrictions imposed on Bahraini Shiites for participating in the Arbaeen pilgrimage are similar in method and security logic to the restrictions imposed by the Zionist regime on worshippers at Al-Aqsa Mosque.
2026-08-01 22:44
News Service Haaretz Analysis; Netanyahu Denies His Role in Pressuring for Attack on Iran

The Zionist newspaper Haaretz, in an analysis strongly criticizing Benjamin Netanyahu, claimed that he is trying to downplay his role in encouraging the United States to take military action against Iran, while he has supported hardline options against Tehran for years.
2026-08-01 22:39
News Service CBS: U.S. and Israel Prepare for Attack on Iran's Energy Facilities

CBS News, citing several American sources, reported that Washington and Tel Aviv are preparing one of their most severe attacks against targets related to Iran's energy sector; attacks that are likely to begin over the weekend.
2026-08-01 22:35
News Service New Wave of Arrests of Palestine Supporters in London

Following yesterday's gathering outside Westminster Court in London, police arrested more than 70 supporters of the Palestine Action group.
2026-08-01 22:30
News Service Archbishop of Catholic Church in U.S. Supports Mosque Construction

The head of the Catholic Church in Santa Fe, New Mexico, issued a statement supporting the right of Muslims to build a new mosque and Islamic center in Albuquerque.
2026-08-01 22:26