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From the Gulf of Tonkin to today: The same American playbook
In 1964, events in the Gulf of Tonkin off the coast of Vietnam were presented as a clear attack on American forces. Later, serious questions were raised about what had actually happened. By then, however, the decision to expand the war had already been made. What followed was not a limited operation but a long and costly conflict.
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Indian Hospital Refused Treatment to Muslim Woman for Wearing Hijab
Hospital cites security concerns; video shared by patient sparks debate over religious identity, women's rights and hospital security
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Imam Hussain Belongs to All Muslims, Speakers Tell Lahore Peace Conference
Religious and community leaders at an Imam Hussain Peace Conference in Lahore said that love for the Prophet Muhammad’s family (Ahl al-Bayt) is an essential part of faith and a shared heritage of all Muslims.
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Noorani Mosque Demolition in Jaipur Draws Strong Reaction from Muslim Community
Muslim organizations in Jaipur have announced plans to protest after the demolition of Noorani Mosque, expressing strong anger over the action.
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India Summons US Diplomat Over Deadly Attacks on Indian-Manned Merchant Ships
New Delhi has strongly protested the illegal US military attacks targeting Indian-manned merchant vessels.
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Pakistani Shia Cleric Highlights Significance of Mubahala and Status of Prophet’s Household
Prominent Pakistani Shia cleric Allama Syed Sajid Ali Naqvi has emphasized the religious significance of Eid al-Mubahala, describing the occasion as a clear demonstration of the status and virtues of the Ahlul Bayt.
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Pakistan’s Shia Seminary Board Establishes Nine-Member Supreme Council
Ayatollah Hafiz Syed Riaz Hussain Najafi, President of the Wifaq-ul-Madaris Al-Shia Pakistan, has announced the formation of a nine-member Supreme Council to oversee the affairs of the country’s leading Shia seminary board.
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Pilgrimage Transport Association Urges Pakistan to Reopen Land Route for Arbaeen Pilgrims
Leaders of the Alamdar Salaran and Bus Association have called on the Pakistani government to allow Shia pilgrims to travel by road for religious pilgrimages during Muharram and Arbaeen, warning of possible protests if restrictions remain in place.
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Shia PG College Lucknow Ranked Top in UP in State Government Assessment
Shia College has been declared the highest-ranked degree college in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh following a comprehensive assessment conducted by the Uttar Pradesh government, according to official rankings released in May 2026.
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Photos: Karachi Hosts “Message of Karbala and Legacy of Martyrs” Conference
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): The Payam-e-Wilayat Foundation organized a conference titled “Message of Karbala and the Legacy of the Martyrs” on Central Road in Karachi’s Jafar-e-Tayyar Society, bringing together prominent Shia religious scholars, community leaders, and representatives of various religious and social organizations.
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Karachi Hosts Conference Highlighting Message of Karbala and Legacy of Martyrs
The Payam-e-Wilayat Foundation organized a conference titled “Message of Karbala and the Legacy of the Martyrs” on Central Road in Karachi’s Jafar-e-Tayyar Society, bringing together prominent Shia religious scholars, community leaders, and representatives of various religious and social organizations.
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YouTube Removes Award-Winning Film on Anti-Muslim Violence in India
Film exploring links between Hindutva politics and anti-Muslim violence faced fresh censorship three decades after release.
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Muslim Families Flee Indian Village After Hindutva Mob Attacks
About 20 families in Maharashtra say years of intimidation, violence and police inaction have forced them to abandon their ancestral homes.
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Photos: Pakistan's Interior Minister Visits Hazrat Masoumeh Holy Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: Sayyed Mohsin Naqvi, the Interior Minister of Pakistan, who had traveled to Iran to deliver a special message from his country's government to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, visited the holy city of Qom and performed a pilgrimage to the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Fatemeh Masoumeh (SA).
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Photos: Grand "Imam of Ummah Conference" Held in Karachi, Bringing Together Shia and Sunni Scholars
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): A major "Imam of the Ummah Conference" was held at the historic Nishtar Park in Karachi to mark the 37th anniversary of the passing of Ruhollah Khomeini. The conference brought together prominent Shia and Sunni religious scholars from across the city, delivering a strong message of Muslim unity, harmony, and inter-sect cooperation.
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Shia Leader Urges Parents to Prioritize Religious and Modern Education at Eid al-Ghadeer Gathering
A senior Shia religious leader has called on parents to give greater attention to both religious and contemporary education for their children, describing an educated and morally grounded younger generation as essential to the future of the community.
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Iranian Ambassador Attends Commemoration of Eid al-Ghadeer and Imam Khomeini Anniversary in Hyderabad
A special gathering marking Eid al-Ghadeer and the anniversary of the death of Imam Ruhollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic of Iran, was held at the historic Darbar-e-Hussaini in Hyderabad's Old Haveli area, drawing religious scholars, community leaders, and members of the public.
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Ayatollah Fayyad Rendered Valuable and Lasting Services to Afghanistan: Hamid Karzai
Former Afghan President Hamid Karzai has expressed sorrow over the death of Grand Ayatollah Mohammad Ishaq Fayyad, praising the senior Shia cleric's lifelong scholarly contributions and his enduring service to Afghanistan and the wider Shia community.
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Pakistani Shia Scholar Call for Unity and Enhanced Security Ahead of Muharram
Religious scholar and representatives of major Shia organizations in Pakistan have called for unity, responsible observance of Muharram, and enhanced security measures during the upcoming mourning period, citing heightened global attention on the Shia community amid ongoing international tensions.
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Photos: TM Production Studio Inaugurated in Lucknow on Occasion of Eid al-Ghadeer
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): On the auspicious occasion of Eid al-Ghadeer, TM Production Studio was inaugurated in Lucknow by Tanzeem-ul-Makatib. Speaking at the event, the organization's Secretary, Maulana Safi Haider, emphasized the importance of conveying the message and teachings of Ghadeer to future generations and ensuring that its significance is preserved and passed on to the youth.
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Condolence Gatherings Held in Quetta to Mourn Demise of Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Fayyadh
Condolence gatherings and Quran recitation ceremonies continue to be held across the provincial capital, Quetta, following the passing of Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Ishaq Fayyadh, one of the most prominent Shia religious authorities in the Muslim world.
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Shia Organization in Kargil Seeks Complete Liquor Ban in Ladakh, Warns of Protests
The Jamiat Ul Ulama Isna Asharia Kargil (JUIAK), an influential religious organisation in Ladakh’s Kargil district, has strongly opposed the Union Territory administration’s new excise policy and warned of democratic and peaceful protests if it is not withdrawn.
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Maulana Syed Safi Haider Urges Passing Message of Eid al-Ghadir to Future Generations
Shia religious scholar maulana Syed Safi Haider urges preservation of the message of Ghadir for future generations as TM Production Studio launches in Lucknow.
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WB Government to Deny Ration Benefits to Those Removed from Electoral Rolls
Public welfare schemes are meant for all eligible citizens and not just those whose names appear on electoral rolls, says AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi
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Photos: Eid al-Ghadir Celebration Held on Mountains of Bamyan, Afghanistan
AhlulBayt News Agency: Shia Muslims and devotees of the AhlulBayt (AS) in the Wars district of Bamyan Province, Afghanistan, held a passionate gathering on the mountain of Qonaq village to commemorate Eid al-Ghadir. Holding religious ceremonies on mountains and in open spaces has become customary in recent years in some Shia-populated areas of Afghanistan.
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Photos: Night of Solidarity of Indian people with Iranian Nation
AhlulBayt News Agency: A gathering of Indians residing in Qom, titled "Night of Solidarity of the People of India with the Iranian Nation," was held on Saturday (June 6, 2026) at Mofid Square in Qom. During the ceremony, the attendees pledged allegiance to the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, and declared their support for the Islamic Republic system and the Iranian nation.