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Towards an Ideal Society: A Collection of Discussions on Imam Mahdi (AS) – 29

ReligiousSpiritual connection with Imam Mahdi

Hawzah/ One of the most important means for the followers of Imam Mahdi (pbuh) during his occultation is spiritual connection with the Imam, so that they do not forget him and maintain a connection…

All StoriesSecond International Conference on Family and Community Youth Held in Najaf

Najaf, Iraq – The Second International Conference on Family and Community Youth convened in the holy city of Najaf under the theme “Youth of the Community: Continuity of the Husseini Generation.”…

All StoriesPakistan Shia Ulema Council Condemns Government Ban on Arbaeen Land Pilgrimage

The Secretary General of the Pakistan Shia Ulema Council has strongly condemned the federal government's recent decision to ban land travel for Arbaeen pilgrims, calling it unjust, irrational,…

All StoriesPakistani Cleric Urges Reform of Blasphemy Law to Curb Abuse and Promote Justice

A prominent Pakistani Shia cleric has called for urgent reforms to the country’s blasphemy law, warning that its misuse has become a serious threat to justice, social harmony, and Pakistan’s…

All StoriesReligious Institutions Offer Free Eye Care Services in Tanzania

In a continued effort to support public health in East Africa, the Shia Twelver Khoja community, in collaboration with the Al-Mustafa International University and other faith-based organizations,…

All StoriesThe Silence on Arbaeen: What Are Western Media Afraid Of?

As millions of pilgrims from across the globe journey on foot toward Karbala to mark Arbaeen — the world’s largest annual religious gatherings — a noticeable silence echoes from mainstream Western…

HOWZAHDirector General of Culture and Islamic Guidance of Qom Visits Hawzah News Agency Ahead of Journalist Day

Qom, Iran — On the occasion of the anniversary of the martyrdom of Martyr Mahmoud Saremi and the upcoming Journalist Day, Mohammad Reza Sougandi, Director General of Culture and Islamic Guidance…

SCHOLARSAyatollah Javadi Amoli: Islamic Philosophy Must Engage with Western Thought While Preserving Its Spiritual Roots

Qom, Iran — In a meeting with scholars and researchers dedicated to the works of the late Allameh Sayyed Muhammad Hossein Tabatabaei, Grand Ayatollah Abdullah Javadi Amoli underscored the importance…

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VideoMotion Graphic: Bullets Instead of Food

While the people of Gaza are grappling with severe hunger and a critical shortage of medicine, the Zionist regime not only blocks humanitarian aid but also continues to target the besieged population…

All StoriesSheikh Zakzaky Welcomes Nigerian Pilgrims Ahead of Arbaeen Journey to Karbala

The Leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, Sayed Ibraheem Zakzak,y received people from different parts of Nigeria who are intending to visit Karbala, Iraq, for Arbaeen of Imam Husain (AS)…

All StoriesIsrael's bitter admission of media failure in the world; "Everyone is against us!"

In an unprecedented admission, officials from the Zionist Foreign Ministry announced the sharp decline of the regime's position in the global media arena and announced that "Israel's position…

All StoriesMassive Turnout at Pro-Palestine March Surprises Sydney

The number of people who joined a pro-Palestine march across Sydney Harbour Bridge on Sunday exceeded everyone’s expectations.

All StoriesIranian TV reveals identity of Israeli Air Force pilot

Iranian state television has exposed the identity of a female Israeli Air Force pilot. The broadcast also included photographs of her husband and children.

All StoriesPakistani media delegation to highlight Karbala's model of peaceful coexistence

A Pakistani media delegation recently visited the International Media Center in Karbala, as part of ongoing cooperation between Pakistan’s Al-Kawthar University and the Center. The delegation…

All StoriesBen-Gvir’s Visit to Al-Aqsa Sparks Outrage Across Muslim World and International Community

Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's far-right minister, sparked strong criticism from Muslim countries and international organizations on Sunday after visiting the Al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem — a highly…

All StoriesAyatollah Sistani’s Office rejects use of his image on Arbaeen pilgrimage banners

The office of Grand Ayatollah Ali Al-Sistani issued a statement Sunday rejecting the public display of his image on banners and posters, particularly along pilgrimage routes leading to the shrine…

All StoriesExperts Warn of Cyberspace Addiction: A Growing Threat to Youth and Families

While cyberspace offers a wealth of entertainment opportunities, media and education experts are warning that its unregulated use—particularly among children and adolescents—poses serious psychologica…

All StoriesGlobal Silence Equals Complicity in Gaza’s Genocide, Says Lebanese Mufti

Tyre, Lebanon – The Mufti of Tyre and Jabal Amel, Hujjat al-Islam Sheikh Hassan Abdullah, has strongly condemned the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in the Gaza Strip, describing it as an…

All Stories"Bangladeshi Scholar: Arbaeen Is Humanity’s March Against Oppression"

Karbala – Hojatoleslam Seyyed Hossein Khurshid Abedi, a prominent Bangladeshi researcher and religious scholar, has described the Arbaeen pilgrimage as a powerful symbol of global solidarity,…

All StoriesSheikh Al-Qattan: Arab Silence is Killing Gaza’s Children

Bar Elias, Lebanon – Prominent Lebanese Sunni cleric Sheikh Ahmed Al-Qattan has issued a powerful appeal to the Arab and Islamic world, condemning their silence in the face of the ongoing siege…

All StoriesIraq Still Shackled by U.S. Hegemony, Resistance is the Only Path to Liberation: Ayatollah Mousavi

Baghdad – Senior Iraqi cleric and Friday prayer leader in Baghdad, Ayatollah Seyyed Yassin Mousavi, has criticized continued US interference in Iraq's political and security affairs, more than…

All StoriesKarbala Hosts Fourth International Al-Aqsa Conference in Solidarity with Palestine

Karbala, Iraq — The holy city of Karbala is currently hosting the Fourth International Al-Aqsa Conference in Support of Palestine, bringing together influential religious, political, and media…

All StoriesSeminary Official: Every Arbaeen Procession Is a Strategic Front for Religious Outreach

As part of an ongoing series of visits by Iranian seminary officials to international missionaries in Iraq, Hojjatoleslam Rafiei, Deputy for Propagation of the Seminaries, traveled to the Amara…

SCHOLARSAyatollah Makarem Shirazi: Seminary Reform Must Honor Tradition While Embracing Change

In a meeting with members of the Supreme Council of Seminaries, Grand Ayatollah Nasser Makarem Shirazi emphasized the importance of preserving the authentic traditions of Islamic seminaries while…

All StoriesOutcry in Israel as Hamas releases video of emaciated hostage alongside starving Palestinian children

Outcry rang out in Israel over the weekend after Hamas released video appearing to show a visibly gaunt Israeli hostage alongside images of emaciated babies as international fury grows over the…

All StoriesHamas rules out giving up arms unless ‘independent, sovereign’ Palestinian state established

The Palestinian resistance group Hamas announced on Saturday that it will not relinquish its arms until an 'independent, fully sovereign' Palestinian state is established.

All StoriesPalestine in the Heart of Australia; 300,000 Sydney Residents Rise Up Against Israeli Crimes

In one of the largest gatherings of supporters of the Palestinian people in Australia, more than 300,000 Sydney residents took to the streets today (Sunday, August 3), despite heavy rain, to…

All Stories2,800 Contestants Set for Sultan Qaboos Holy Quran Competition 2025

The preliminary rounds of the 33rd Sultan Qaboos Holy Quran Competition for the year 1446 AH / 2025 AD will begin on Monday, with the participation of about 2,800 male and female contestants.…

All StoriesChancellor of Jamiat Al-Zahra Seminary: Arbaeen Pilgrimage is a Path of Transformation and Insight

KARBALA – Addressing the pilgrims of the "Alongside the 9th Caravan" during the Arbaeen procession, Mrs. Sayyideh Zohreh Burqei, Director of the Jamiat Al-Zahra Seminary (peace be upon her),…

All StoriesKashmiri Scholar: The Uprising of Imam Hussain (AS) Is a Universal Model of Resistance

Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir — Hojatoleslam Syed Hassan Mousavi Al-Safavi, Chairman of the Shia Sharia Association of Jammu and Kashmir, emphasized that the message of Ashura must extend beyond…