Muslims
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Grand Mufti of Oman calls for Muslims worldwide to help flood victims in Gaza
Ahmed bin Hamad Al-Khalili, the Mufti of Oman, while expressing sympathy with the Palestinians living in the Gaza Strip following the flow of extensive floods and the flooding of displaced persons' tents, asked Muslims around the world to take action to provide aid to the affected and reduce their suffering.
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Victory of 112 Muslims in US elections; Islamophobia, main driver of Muslim participation in elections
Seventy percent of American Muslim voters stated that anti-Islamic sentiments were their main motivation for going to the polls; a factor that, alongside the Gaza issue, has turned the current election cycle into a scene of unprecedented political mobilization by Muslims.
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Protests Held in 19 Areas of Bahrain in Support of Detained Religious Scholars
Large-scale demonstrations have been held across 19 areas of Bahrain in support of detained religious scholars, with protesters demanding their immediate release.
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Confession Alleges Israeli Plot to Target Mecca and Turn Muslims Against Yemen
Yemen's state television has broadcast confession footage of Abdulmuin Azan, who was convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad, alleging that Israel had planned an attack.
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How Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Khamenei Viewed Lady Fatima al-Zahra’s Struggle
The life of Lady Fatima al-Zahra (peace be upon her stands as an unparalleled example of truth, justice, patience and the defence of Wilayah divinely appointed leadership.
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Zionists close Ibrahimi Mosque in Al-Khalil to Muslims
The officials of the Zionist occupying regime yesterday, Friday, in an aggressive action, completely closed the sacred Ibrahimi (a.s.) Mosque in the city of Al-Khalil.
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Insha’Allah Has Become ‘Alhamdulillah’: Abdul El-Sayed Makes History as America’s First Muslim Senator
Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed has secured a historic victory in Michigan’s Senate race, defeating Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in US history.
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Texas Muslims' electoral push to confront Republican Islamophobia
In circumstances where Texas Muslims face an increase in anti-Islamic remarks and restrictive policies, mosque leaders and Islamic activists, by calling for electoral participation, present the Muslim vote as a tool for defending religious freedom, family security, and citizenship rights.
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American Muslims mobilize against Trump; war against Iran, Gaza at center of protests
As the US congressional midterm elections approach, Islamic organizations and prominent Muslim figures in the country have launched a broad campaign to mobilize Muslim voters against Donald Trump's policies; Washington's support for the Zionist regime, the war against Iran, and the rise of Islamophobia are among the most important axes of these protests.
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World Council of Churches supports Austrian Muslims against the so-called political Islam restriction plan
The World Council of Churches, based in Austria, announcing its solidarity with the country's Islamic community, warned about the government's plan to ban what is called "political Islam" and emphasized that the fight against extremism should not lead to collective accusation, discrimination against Muslims, and violation of religious freedom.
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Study of Persian Words Reveals Interconnections Between Civilisations: Dr. Alexander Jabbari
A three-day international conference on the cultural and literary connections of the Global South commenced at Maulana Azad National Urdu University.
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Syed Sadiq Hussaini Visits Nadwatul Ulama in Lucknow Condolences Passing Saeedur Rahman Azmi Nadwi
Hujjatul Islam wal Muslimeen Maulana Syed Sadiq Hussaini, president of the Institution for Interfaith Dialogue in India, visited Darul Uloom Nadwatul Ulama in Lucknow.
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Shia Muslims Foundation of America calls for release of detainees held over Fatimid mourning ceremonies in Bahrain
Following reports of the detention of a number of Shia preachers and eulogists in Bahrain, the Shia Muslims Foundation of America called for the disclosure of the detainees' whereabouts, their access to lawyers and family, and the release of those detained solely for religious activities, emphasizing that Shia Muslims must be able to mourn Lady Fatima Zahra (a.s.) without fear of arrest.
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Philippine Muslims' parliament elects a prime minister for the first time
The parliament of the Bangsamoro autonomous region in the southern Philippines elected Abdulrauf Macacua as the region's prime minister for the first time.
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Türkiye-Azerbaijan Tensions Over Hijab Restrictions; Erdogan Softens Stance as Aliyev Skips Summit
A dispute over restrictions on hijab-wearing students and female teachers in Azerbaijani schools and universities has strained relations between Turkish.
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Bangsamoro Parliament Elects Abdulraof Macacua as Prime Minister for the First Time
The parliament of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has elected Abdulraof Macacua as the region’s prime minister for the first time.
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Pakistan Says Iran Can Join Mecca Defence Pact If It Wishes
A spokesperson for Pakistan’s military has said there are no restrictions preventing Iran from joining the Mecca Defence Pact, while expressing cautious optimism about mediation efforts between Tehran and Washington.
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Afghanistan Ranks 142nd Out of 143 Countries in 2026 Rule of Law Index
Afghanistan remains among the countries with the weakest rule of law worldwide, ranking 142nd out of 143 countries in the World Justice Project’s (WJP) 2026 Rule of Law Index.
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Fatimiyyah Mourning Assemblies Begin in Kargil, Ladakh
The Jamiat Ulama Ithna Ashariya Kargil-Ladakh has begun a series of mourning assemblies marking the Ayyam-e-Fatimiyyah, commemorating the martyrdom of Hazrat Fatima Zahra (peace be upon her), the daughter of Prophet Muhammad and a revered figure in Islam.
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Texas Muslims Mobilize Against Wave of Islamophobia; Increased Participation Ahead of US Election
As the US midterm elections approach, Muslims in the state of Texas, by increasing political participation, have called for confronting Islamophobia, religious discrimination, and the presentation of a fair image of Islam in schools; a trend that could affect the election race in this state.
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NY Times: Trump-Supporting Muslims Deceived/ Shift of Votes Toward Democrats in Midterm Elections
A number of Muslim and Arab American voters who had voted for Donald Trump in the hope of changing the Biden administration's policies, especially regarding the Gaza war, now feel deceived by the election promises of this individual (who is now anti-Islam); a change that could affect the US congressional midterm elections.
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Iran’s Representative in India Offers Condolences on Death of Dawoodi Bohra Leader
Hujjatul Islam wal Muslimin Abdul Majid Hakim Ilahi, representative of Iran’s Supreme Leader in India, has expressed deep condolences to Dawoodi Bohra community leader Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin over the death of his brother, Shahzada Idris Badruddin.
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UK Parliament Launches Inquiry into Mosque Security Funding Scheme
Members of the UK Parliament have launched a new inquiry into the effectiveness of a Home Office scheme designed to improve security at mosques, Islamic centres and Muslim religious schools, following reports of lengthy delays, unclear funding decisions and uncertainty among vulnerable institutions.
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Lucknow Seminary Concludes Month-Long Quran Teacher Training Course
Hawza Ilmiyya Zainabiya in Mufti Ganj, Lucknow, has concluded a month-long Quran teacher training course organised under its Al-Kawthar Quran Classes programme, with Islamic scholars stressing the importance of quality Quranic education and preparing women to teach the holy book to future generations.
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Muslim Ummah Is Like One Body: Pakistan Should Mediate to Resolve Regional Disputes
Pakistan’s leading Shia scholar welcomes peace initiatives by Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei and Al-Azhar’s Grand Imam Dr Ahmed Al-Tayeb, urging Muslim countries to unite against regional tensions.
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Obama Criticizes Trump Administration Over Actions Against Muslim Congresswoman Ilhan Omar
Former US president says efforts to investigate, denaturalize and deport the Minnesota lawmaker raise serious concerns about the principles of American democracy.
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Prioritise Children’s Education, Says Major Dr Mohammad Ali
A grand seminar was organised by the Minority Advocates Welfare Trust at Sirat-ul-Mustaqeem PG College in Lolepur, Sultanpur, on Sunday evening to mark the birth anniversary of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan.
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Saudi Arabia Executes Two Bangladeshi Nationals in Mecca
Dhaka says it was not notified before the executions, while questions remain over the allegations and the legal basis for the death sentences.
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A Cup of Tea with Muslims in Switzerland: When Minarets Became a National Issue
Switzerland’s Muslim community has evolved from a largely immigrant population into an established part of the country’s social fabric. Official statistics, historical research and academic studies show that understanding this community requires looking beyond population figures to examine migration, ethnic and religious diversity, Islamic institutions, legal recognition and experiences of religious discrimination.
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President of Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian Jammu and Kashmir Calls for Unity in Muslim World
Hujjat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen Agha Syed Hassan al-Moosavi al-Safavi, president of Anjuman-e-Sharie Shian Jammu and Kashmir, has called on the Muslim world to strengthen unity and solidarity, avoid mutual hostility and resolve disputes through dialogue, diplomacy and mutual respect.