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Pakistan: Demolition of Historic Saharanpur Mosque in India, Manifestation of Anti-Islamism

Pakistan condemned the demolition of a centuries-old mosque in the city of Saharanpur, India, and described it as an assault on Islamic heritage and religious freedoms.

Pakistani Shia Cleric Highlights Role of Religious Authority and Rituals in Preserving Shia Identity

Ayatollah Hafiz Syed Riaz Hussain Najafi, president of Wifaq ul Madaris Al-Shia Pakistan, has described religious authority, mourning rituals and devotion to Imam Ali as three key forces that have helped preserve Shia identity.

Cleric: Iranian Justice Become Model for World / Human Dignity, Red Line of Islam

Hojat al-Islam Dr. Hamid Shahriari, the Secretary-General of the Islamic World League for Islamic Rapprochement, at the International Conference of Religions in Russia, emphasizing that the Islamic Republic of Iran has stood against global arrogance by relying on dignity and justice, said, "Today, Iranian justice has become a model for the world, for it has revived hope in the hearts of the oppressed and astonished the entire world."

25 Years After September 11; The Story of Long Island Muslims: Hatred, Fear, and Healing

Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, Muslims in the Long Island region of New York State still recall the bitter memories of the days when they suddenly went from ordinary citizens to potential suspects.

Islam in Chile; From 10,000 Muslims to Five Mosques Across the Country

According to the latest official census of Chile, over 10,000 Muslims live in various parts of the country.

From Fear to Admiration; Why Has New American Right Become Interested in Islam?

For a segment of the new American right, Islam is no longer a symbol of threat, but a symbol of order, power, family, and discipline. "This does not necessarily mean an organized intellectual shift toward Islam, but rather reflects a deeper crisis within this current."

25 Years After 9/11; America Has Moved from Fear of Islam to Hatred of Muslims

Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, Islamophobia in America has become part of the country's political and cultural discourse.

Ayatollah Arafi urges comprehensive civilizational view of Islam

Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, head of Iran’s seminaries, has stressed the need to move beyond limited interpretations of Islam toward a comprehensive, civilizational understanding of its teachings and social mission.

Australia; Islamic Knowledge Competition Held with Hundreds of Muslim Students

The Islamic Association of Muslims in Australia held a national Islamic knowledge competition with the participation of more than 400 male and female students across several states of the country.

Muslim Board Opposes Vande Mataram Amendment, Calls It a Threat to Religious Freedom and Constitutional Rights

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has strongly opposed the passage of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, by Parliament, saying that making alleged disrespect to Vande Mataram a punishable offence is an attack on religious freedom and the constitutional, secular and democratic ethos of India.

Istanbul Hosts Eighth Turkish-Arab Art Exhibition Celebrating Shared Islamic Heritage + Photos

The two-day event is held under the theme "Narratives in Painting" and features works by prominent artists from both regions.

Pakistani Shia Scholar Praises Iranian Unity Following Martyrdom of Ayatollah Khamenei

Allama Muhammad Amin Shaheedi, has praised the "unprecedented unity, loyalty and resilience" displayed by the Iranian people following the martyrdom of Grand Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Pakistan Leader: Solution of Common Challenges Facing Muslim Ummah Lies in Unity

Pakistani religious and political leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman called for greater unity, moderation and cooperation among Muslim nations, saying the challenges facing the Muslim world can only be addressed through collective efforts.

Islamic Center of Vienna Hosts Austrian School Students for Educational Visits

The Islamic Center of Vienna, the capital of Austria, hosted groups of Austrian school students in the days leading up to the summer holidays.

Karbala Stands as a Universal Beacon of Humanity and Islamic Values

The Secretary General of Wifaq-ul-Madaris Al-Shia Pakistan, Maulana Syed Zia-ul-Hasan Najafi, has commended the government's security arrangements for Ashura, saying that mourning processions across Pakistan remained largely peaceful.

Karbala Remains a Guiding Light for Humanity in Every Era: Shia Cleric

Allama Shehenshah Hussain Naqvi emphasized that the message of Karbala teaches truth, justice, patience, and steadfastness.

War of Narratives Against Muslims in Japan; From Mosque to Fabricated Images

The new anti-Islam campaign in Japan is no longer limited to opposition to a mosque project. The dissemination of fabricated and out-of-context content has become a tool to create fear of Muslims and immigration in Japan.

Bangladesh Cleric: A Divine Leader Guides People to God, Not to Himself

A senior Bangladeshi cleric says the defining characteristic of a divinely appointed leader is calling humanity toward God, rather than toward his own person or interests.

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.

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.

From Halal Food to Islamic Fashion; How China Became the New Giant of the Halal Market

China, long known as the world's factory, is now solidifying its position as one of the biggest players in the halal economy.

The AhlulBayt Society of Scotland Visited Primary Schools to Speak to Students About Islam

Members of the AhlulBayt Society of Scotland, as part of interfaith dialogue programs, visited two schools to speak about Islam and answer students' questions.

Wafaq ul Madaris al-Shia Pakistan Launches New Da’wah Department to Enhance Religious Outreach and Education 

The President of the Wafaq ul Madaris al-Shia Pakistan has said that a newly established Department of Preaching (Da’wah) will play an effective role in strengthening religious awareness and intellectual engagement within society.

U.S. Islamic Organizations Protest Republicans; Congress Has Become a Platform for Islamophobia

Following the holding of so-called "Sharia-Free America" hearings in the U.S. Congress, American Islamic organizations described these sessions as part of a policy of fear-mongering against American Muslims.

The Seven Labors of Easy Marriage

Keeping up with the Joneses, illusory values, false customs and habits, fleeting whims, the pursuit of false honor, status, and imaginary prestige - in short, the seven labors: unrealistic and dreamlike expectations, unnecessary fault-finding by parents and relatives, crippling dowries, excessive formalities and a thousand kinds of "preliminaries" and "aftermaths" and deadly rivalries, pointless objections about the two families being of equal standing, fiery and uncontrollable yet uncalculated loves, and excessive suspicion and lack of trust regarding possible future betrayal by one another - these are serious obstacles to marriage.

Dutch author and activist

The Netherlands: Europe's "Stain of Shame" in Its Treatment of Muslims

René Romer, a Dutch analyst and author, has described the Netherlands as Europe's "stain of shame" regarding its treatment of Muslims.

Russia: Course on the Role of Religion in International Relations Held with Participation of Islamic Institutions in Moscow

A specialized course on the role of religion in international relations, with the participation of Islamic institutions, began yesterday at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation in Moscow.