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Photos: Quran Recitation Ceremony at Imam Reza Holy Shrine

AhlulBayt News Agency: A Qur’an recitation ceremony for the holy month of Ramadan was held at the Goharshad Courtyard of the holy shrine of Imam Reza (a.s.) in Mashhad, attended by top national reciters and people from various segments of society.
Pres. Pezeshkian: Iran closely monitoring US actions, ready for any scenario

President Masoud Pezeshkian says that the Islamic Republic of Iran is closely monitoring any movements by the United States and is prepared for any scenario that might happen.
Photos: Quran Recitation Ceremony at Shah Abdul-Azim Shrine

AhlulBayt News Agency: Qur’an recitation ceremony for the holy month of Ramadan was held at the Imam Ali Prayer Hall in the shrine of Abdul Azim al-Hasani in the city of Rey, attended by leading national reciters and people from various walks of life.

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Glory to God and to the Sixteenth of February

Sheikh Ragheb Harb, the Sheikh of the Martyrs of the Islamic Resistance, was a pioneering and exemplary figure-true in his faith in God and in the rights of His servants, both individual and collective; deeply conscious of his responsibility toward society and the homeland; tireless in striving and struggling to establish justice and liberation, to oppose oppression, to resist occupation, and to confront projects of humiliation and imposed tutelage.
2026-02-18 08:50
Unmasked: The scandal of the “saviors” of Muslim women

The case of systematic crimes on Epstein’s island is not merely a moral scandal or the sexual corruption of several wealthy figures; it has now become a fully documented indictment — a decisive unmasking of the Western human rights discourse. Within this case, a network of Western politicians, capital holders, media personalities, and intellectual elites—figures who for years portrayed themselves as flag-bearers of “human rights” and “women’s rights”—...
2026-02-18 08:45
Zainab Mughniyeh: We Would Suddenly Find Him beside Us, and Then He Would Leave Again

Beirut - It is impressive how every time something is written about Hajj Imad, the words captivate the readers’ eyes and hearts. There is no need for a structural or anecdotal display in the writing. It is only enough to read the name "Imad Mughniyeh" several times, carefully and with passion. Perhaps that beautiful mystery is the reason, or perhaps his abilities, personality, history and jihad are the cause. But the inevitable is that Hajj Radwan was the magic of the resistance and its secret. He was that distant unknown innovator, who was only near once he was martyred.
2026-02-14 12:15

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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.
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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.
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Paper: Amid Trump’s Pressures, Al-Maliki’s Candidacy Remains Shrouded in Uncertainty

Iraq's parliamentary elections of November 11 with a 55-percent turnout marked a turning point in establishing a relative political order after years of instability. The swift formation of parliament's presidium and the initiation of the process to elect a president initially suggested that Baghdad might, unlike previous years, adhere to the constitutional timeline for forming a new government. However, the moment the selection of a prime minister began, the political landscape became gripped by a palpable paralysis, with Nouri al-Maliki's name at its very center.
2026-02-17 09:13
Paper: Why’s the US Air Defense Chain Weak against Iran’s Missiles?

As tensions between the US and Iran escalate and risks of a direct confrontation grow higher, the eyes of international observers are set on West Asia region. Amid American military amassment in the region, a question presents itself: Is Washington’s air defense power efficient enough to counter Iran’s missile power?
2026-02-05 09:17
Paper: Taliban’s New Penal Code Cements Pashtun Rule over Afghanistan

On the fifth anniversary of the Taliban’s comeback to power in Afghanistan, the group has unveiled its new legal code or charter of rule, causing controversy nationwide. The document is expected to replace the previous constitution and is set to determine the legal, executive, and political framework of governing.
2026-01-28 08:31

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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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New issue of Turkish-language journal “Shiite Studies” published

The new issue of the Turkish-language journal "Shiite Studies" has been published. This issue, which became available on December 31, 2025, includes a collection of scholarly research articles.
2026-01-21 11:05
“Religion and the Modern World” Published in Indonesia by ABWA

The AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly has published the Indonesian translation of “Religion and the Modern World,” examining the relationship between faith and modernity from Islamic and Western perspectives.
2025-12-26 23:34
“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

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Video: Selected world news in past week (14/02/2026 - 20/02/2026)

AhlulBayt News Agency: Watch the selected Islamic and Shia events around the world in the past week (14/02/2026 - 20/02/2026) in the above video:
10:37 2026-02-23
Video: Quranic Teachings as a Guide for Human Life – Part One: Patience and Steadfastness

AhlulBayt News Agency: The Quran — a book of guidance and a blueprint for life — offers direction and solutions for every dimension of human existence. One of its most fundamental teachings is patience, a profound concept that, in Quranic logic, goes far beyond enduring hardships and suffering. It is an intentional way of living and a path toward growth and spiritual elevation. Patience in obedience and worship, patience in resisting the desires of the self, and patience in facing trials and difficulties all serve as foundations for spiritual refinement and human perfection. Through these forms of steadfastness, a person draws closer to inner tranquility and the salvation.
17:25 2026-02-22
Video | Fascinating AI depiction of the confrontation between Right and Wrong: from the Ababil and Abraha’s army to Tabas and the Persian Gulf

AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): God, the Blessed and Exalted, recounts the defeat and annihilation of Abraha’s army in their assault on Mecca, saying: “Have you not seen how your Lord dealt with the people of the elephant?!” This divine aid clearly manifested itself in the Tabas event as well. And against the threats of today’s satanic forces, we must affirm: The God who sent the Ababil birds and stirred the sands of Tabas is the same Lord who reigns over the Persian Gulf...
13:43 2026-02-20

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News Service IPSP Demands Government Cancel Modi’s Israel Trip and Cut Diplomatic Relations

IPSP appeals to all justice-loving citizens to pressurise the BJP-ruled government into cancelling PM Modi’s planned visit to Israel and to demand that the Indian state sever all ties with the apartheid state!
2026-02-23 20:23
News Service Israel May Involved in Attacks on Shia Holy Sites in India: Maulana Kalbe Jawad Naqvi

Maulana Syed Kalbe Jawad Naqvi, General Secretary of Majlis-e-Ulema-e-Hind, strongly condemned the recent incidents in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, where police allegedly desecrated an Imambara, and in Farrukhabad, Uttar Pradesh, where the shrine of Imam Ali (AS) was attacked and set on fire.
2026-02-23 20:10
News Service Supreme Leader’s Representative Releases Condolence Message on Demise of Maulana Anisul Hasan Zaidi

An official condolence message has been issued following the demise of Hujjatul Islam Maulana Syed Anisul Hasan Zaidi.
2026-02-23 19:47
News Service Sheikh Zakzaky Urges Scholarly Integrity and Unity in Ramadan Quran Sessions

The leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, has called on religious scholars and Quran commentators to uphold piety, scholarly discipline, and respect for the sanctity of revelation during the holy month of Ramadan.
2026-02-23 19:37
News Service Tehreek Azadi Al-Quds Pakistan: World Quds Day Will Observed With Enthusiasm on Jumu’atul Wida

An important meeting was held at Al-Mustafa House in Karachi regarding the holy month of Ramadan and current affairs. Leaders of organizations and institutions that are part of Tehreek Azadi Al-Quds Pakistan attended the meeting.
2026-02-23 19:30
News Service Preparations Begin For World Quds Day in Pakistan

The Imamia Students Organization Pakistan (ISO Pakistan) has started arrangements for World Quds Day. A Quds meeting was held at the central office, Al-Mustafa House in Lahore.
2026-02-23 19:24
News Service RTI on ASI Role Raises Questions on Prayer Ban in Many Historic Mosques in India

Muslim Welfare Organisation prepares writ petition in Delhi High Court, questioning prayer restrictions, lack of imams and basic facilities in centrally protected mosques
2026-02-23 19:15
News Service Grand Ayatollah Sobhani: Present Quranic Teachings to Youth Through Contemporary, Artistic Language

A senior Shia authority has called for a renewed and creative engagement with the Holy Qur’an, stressing that its teachings must be conveyed to younger generations in a language and format that resonate with today’s intellectual and cultural landscape.
2026-02-23 17:44
News Service Ansarullah leader: US accomplice in all crimes committed by Israel

Leader of Yemen's Ansarullah Resistance Movement Abdul-Malik al-Houthi has said that US government is accomplice in all heinous crimes committed by the Zionist regime.
2026-02-23 15:09
News Service Ayatollah Javadi Amoli: Quran Bears a Universal Message for All Humanity

A senior Shia cleric has emphasized the universal and timeless nature of the Holy Qur’an, stating that its message transcends geography, history, and culture, offering guidance not only for Muslims but for all of humanity.
2026-02-23 12:38