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Detention of Three Young Bahrainis Extended Without Charges

Bahrain's Public Prosecution extended the detention of three young residents of the Karababad area for an additional 15 days as part of the investigation.

Head of Australia's Shiite Council Defends Commemoration Ceremonies for Martyred Leader in Country

During the questioning of the members of Australia's Anti-Semitism and Social Cohesion Commission from the head of the country's Shiite Council, Dr. Ali al-Ismail, by clarifying the religious nature of religious authority, emphasized the peaceful approach and peaceful coexistence of the followers of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) school in Australian society.

Director of Bahrain's Ansar al-Adala Hussainiya Arrested Following Arbaeen Mourning Ceremony

Bahrain's security apparatus continues its campaign against Shiite citizens, targeting their religious rites and obligations, and has launched a widespread wave of arrests.

From Political Demands to Confronting Repression; A Look at Path of Bahrain's Popular Movement

An article titled "Bahrain's People's Movement; Political Maturity in the Face of the Elimination Project" by Ali al-Fayez has been published on the Mirat al-Bahrain website. In this article, the author analyzes Bahrain's political developments within the framework of a long-term conflict between the protesting society and the ruling structure, and claims that political protests in this country have historical roots, social backing, and a specific intellectual framework.

After Arbaeen; Bahrain's Restrictions Failed to Weaken Shiite Community's Bond with Hussaini Rituals

With the conclusion of the Arbaeen ceremonies, it is now possible to examine the Bahraini government's policies regarding Arbaeen pilgrims with a more analytical perspective.

Human Rights Organizations Warn About Escalation of Pressure by Bahraini Government on Shiite Majority

Several international human rights organizations, expressing concern over the escalation of repressive policies by the Bahraini government, announced that pressure against the Shiite majority in the country has significantly increased.

From Karbala to Jerusalem; Al Khalifa in Face of Right to Pilgrimage, Human Dignity

As the Arbaeen days approach, the issue of restrictions imposed on Bahraini Shiites for traveling to participate in the pilgrimage of Imam Hussain (a.s.) in Karbala has once again highlighted the debate on the freedom of pilgrimage, religious rights, and the status of human dignity in the face of political and security decisions.

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.

Al Khalifa Regime Banned Shiite Friday Prayers for 95th Consecutive Week

The Al Khalifa regime, continuing its religious suppression policies, prevented the holding of the central Shiite Friday prayers at the Imam Sadiq (a.s.) Mosque in the Al-Diraz area for the 95th consecutive week.

Heavy Sentences Issued Against 16 Bahraini Shiite Citizens

Bahraini courts, issuing heavy sentences against 16 Shiite citizens, sentenced eight to life imprisonment, six to 15 years in prison, and two others to 10 years on charges of terrorism and supporting Iran.

Al Khalifa, War on Religious Rites; Shiites Will Not Surrender

Bahrain, on the eve of religious seasons, is once again facing a wave of government restrictions on Shiite religious rites; restrictions that, in the view of observers, have gone beyond the framework of "regulation" and become an arena for controlling and limiting religious rituals.

King of Bahrain Initiated Operation to Eliminate Shia

The fact that Ayatollah Sheikh Isa Qasim is breaking his silence and declaring that the fate of the Shia faith in Bahrain faces an existential threat, means that this segment of Bahrain's national society is being subjected to a relentless, ruthless, and systematic war of annihilation.

Ruling Regime Targeting Religious Identity of Shiites / Shiite Scholars Imprisoned, Tortured, Humiliated: Bahraini Cleric

A Bahraini Shiite cleric, emphasizing that the continuous violations of the rights of Shiite citizens in Bahrain have become a direct violation of religious and human sanctities, said that the ruling power, by dominating the judiciary, illegally seizing endowment properties, demolishing dozens of historic mosques, and arresting scholars, is targeting the identity of the followers of the AhlulBayt (a.s.).

Syrian Women in Interview with ABNA:

Martyred Leader's Prediction About Syria's Future Will Be Realized

A Syrian woman said, "The martyrdom of the Revolution's leader was very heavy and difficult for the people who support the resistance, and to this day many still do not believe it happened, but the demand of all free people of the world is to avenge the blood of our martyred leader, and this is also the demand of the Shiites of Syria."

Saudi Regime's Dangerous Project to Change Religious Fabric of Eastern Region, Weakening Shiism

The municipality of the Eastern Region intensified its regulatory measures on residential buildings and commercial facilities, announcing the execution of more than 4,563 inspections within the framework of implementing what is known as the "Compliance Certificate."

Three Saudi Shiite Clerics Released After Months of Arbitrary Detention

Saudi authorities released three religious scholars from the Al-Ahsa region after months of detention.

Associated Press: Shiite Mourning in America During Muharram, Interviews with Charity "Who is Hussain?"

The Associated Press news agency, in a report on Muharram and Ashura rituals, wrote that Shiites in America and other countries commemorated Imam Hussain (a.s.) by holding mourning ceremonies, chest-beating, elegy recitation, and blood donation programs. The media outlet also interviewed a number of activists and members of the charity "Who is Hussain?"

Al Khalifa Regime Arrests a Shiite Woman

The Al Khalifa regime, in continuation of the systematic restriction of freedom of expression and the suppression of intellectuals and civil activists, arrested a Shiite woman.

Academic Forum Examines Methodology for Defining Core Elements of Islamic, AhlulBayt Lifestyle

An academic meeting in Qom reviewed methodological frameworks for identifying core components of the Islamic and AhlulBayt lifestyle, highlighting conceptual clarity, global Shiite contexts, and immutable values such as justice and human dignity.

ABWA Unveils “Encyclopedia of Shiite Teachings” at International Gathering in Qom

Scholars and religious intellectuals from Iran and several other countries gathered in Qom on Thursday for the unveiling of the Encyclopedia of Shiite Teachings, a major reference work aimed at presenting Shiite thought to the contemporary world.

Shiite Jurisprudential Board in India Says Showing Respect to the National Song Is Not Religiously Prohibited

The Shiite Jurisprudential Board of India has stated that Islam does not prohibit expressing respect for one’s homeland and called for an accurate Urdu translation of India’s national song, Vande Mataram.

Seminar on Shiites in Tunisia Held in Qom

A scholarly seminar by ABWA analyzed the situation of Shiites in Tunisia.

Ramazani: Silence of International Bodies Promotes Savagery and “Modern Barbarism” in Gaza

A delegation of healthcare professionals from Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region of Iraq, met with Ayatollah Reza Ramazani, Secretary-General of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly, in Qom on Wednesday, October 9, 2025.

ABWA Secretary-General Highlights Muslim Unity