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WorldLondon, New York, Istanbul, Sydney: The Year Ashura Marched Into the Global Public Square

Ashura 2026 has demonstrated once again that Karbala is no longer merely a historical memory or a religious ritual. It has become the common language of human conscience. From the Middle East…

SCHOLARSFrom Karbala to Baghdad: Senior Cleric Says Ashura Defines Shia Political and Spiritual Identity

The Friday Prayer Imam of Baghdad has described Ashura not as a mere historical event, but as a "permanent project for reform," stressing the religious duty of struggle for the establishment…

SCHOLARSKarbala's Lesson: True Faith Requires Obedience, Not Just Love

A seminary and university lecturer has described the events of Ashura as a school for nurturing people of insight and responsibility, stressing that the defining traits of Imam Hussein’s (AS)…

WorldPoll: 92% of Israelis believe Iran won the war

A new survey conducted by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem has found more than nine in ten Israelis believe that Tehran emerged as the winner of the conflict.

World“Justice is something worth fighting for”: NYC Mayor Mamdani attends Ashura ceremony

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended an Ashura mourning ceremony at the Al-Khoei Center in Queens on Thursday, joining members of the Muslim community in commemorating the 10th of Muharram.

WorldAshura Plan Successfully Facilitates Millions of Mourners in Karbala

The General Secretariat of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the successful implementation of its plan for the Ashura commemorations, which was supervised and monitored in the field…

WorldFinal night of mourning ceremonies beside the site of the martyrdom of Martyr Ayatollah Khamenei

The sixth and final night of the mourning ceremonies for the Master of the Martyrs, Imam Hussain (pbuh), was held beside the site of the martyrdom of the martyred Leader, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid…

WorldLebanon: Hezbollah Ministers Deny Any Mandate for Negotiations with ‘Israel’

Ministers representing Hezbollah at the Lebanese Government on Friday dismissed reports suggesting the Cabinet had discussed granting a mandate to negotiate the Israeli enemy, stressing their…

WorldHezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem: ‘Israel’ Has No Option but to Fully Withdraw, Defeated and Humiliated

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem affirmed on Friday that the Israeli enemy has to fully withdraw from every inch of Lebanon, “defeated and humiliated.”

WorldImam Hussain’s Path of Sacrifice and Resistance to Oppression Remains Our Path — Sheikh Zakzaky

As Ashura mourning ceremonies organized by adherents of the Islamic movement continued across hundreds of towns and villages throughout Muharram, Sayyid Ibraheem Zakzaky addressed mourners on…

WorldAshura; Symbol of Struggle Between Righteousness, Falsehood

Ashura symbolizes the enduring struggle between truth and falsehood. The legacy of Imam Hussein (AS) continues to inspire millions around the world, making Ashura a powerful and enduring symbol…

WorldWashington agreement ''will not pass'': MP Fadlallah

In a phone interview with Al Mayadeen following the signing of a framework agreement between Lebanese authorities and "Israel", Fadlallah called on the Lebanese authorities to "withdraw from…

WorldAshura night mourning ceremony held beside the site of the heavenly ascension of the martyred Leader

The Ashura night mourning ceremony was held with thousands of people from various walks of life in attendance, next to the Imam Khomeini (ra) Hussainiyah and the site of the heavenly ascension…

WorldIRGC’s Qaani to ‘Israel’: Leave Lebanon or Face Humiliating Defeat

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force commander Brigadier General Esmail Qaani issued a direct warning to ‘Israel’ on Thursday, advising the Zionist entity to withdraw from southern…

WorldSayyed Abdulmalik Vows Uncompromising Struggle Against Saudi-Imposed Siege

The leader of the revolution, Sayyed Abdulmalik al-Houthi has reaffirmed the rejection of continued US-Saudi aggression, siege, and occupation against Yemen, emphasizing that the movement will…

VideoSheikh Qassem: Our Patience Shapes Future, Overturns Equations, and Breaks Tyrants

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem addressed on Thursday the central Ashura council, highlighting the sublimity of the Resistance whose greatness cannot be matched.

WorldImam Hussein's uprising echoes through Kenya as masses embrace Ashura message

Mourning ceremonies commemorating the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH) are continuing with overwhelming participation across Kenya, with hundreds of believers gathering in various…

HOWZAHEnemy investing heavily in sowing discord among Muslim Ummah: Senior cleric

A senior Iranian cleric has warned that the enemy is channeling significant resources into creating divisions within the Muslim Ummah as part of a deliberate strategy to undermine the institution…

SCHOLARSIranians ready to sacrifice all for Imam Hussein's path, says senior cleric

Hojatoleslam Seyed Ali Akbar Ojaqnejad has stated that the Iranian people have proven their mettle in various arenas, demonstrating that they are prepared to sacrifice their lives in defense…

WorldQom becomes hub of Islamic solidarity on Ashura

This year’s Ashura commemoration at the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Masoumeh (SA) transcended a simple mourning ceremony, evolving into a powerful symbol of unity on the ground. An intelligent synergy…

WorldImam Hussain Holy Shrine Continues Support for Lebanese Families

The Relief Committee of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the continuation of its humanitarian efforts in Lebanon in support of affected families and displaced persons, under the direction…

WorldA frame of a man who was never in the frame

Palestine was never merely a political, military, security, or professional matter for him. It was also a matter of faith and conviction. He would pray behind Palestinian commanders and fighters.…

WorldAl-Kawthar University in Pakistan commemorates Ashura with large-scale Muharram gatherings

Al-Kawthar University in Islamabad is holding its annual Ashura commemorations during the first ten days of the holy month of Muharram, drawing thousands of participants to mourning gatherings…

WorldImam Hussain Holy Shrine organizes Muharram mourning gatherings in Istanbul

The Imam Hussain Center in Istanbul, affiliated with the Media Department of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has been organizing daily mourning gatherings from the first day of the holy month of…

WorldFuneral of Martyred Revolutionary Leader to Be Held in Najaf and Karbala

The spokesperson for the central committee responsible for organizing the funeral procession of the Martyred Leader of the Revolution announced that repeated requests had been received from the…

WorldMuharram Observances Across Africa Honor Imam Hussain (PBUH)

Various African countries have begun organizing mourning gatherings (Majalis), speeches, and religious programs to commemorate Imam Hussain (AS) and the events of Karbala. Across cities and villages,…

WorldSheikh Naim Qassem: Israeli Enemy Has to Withdraw Completely from South Lebanon

Hezbollah Secretary General, Sheikh Naim Qassem, affirmed that Lebanon and its Resistance, army, and people have entered a new phase titled “Breaking the Israeli Project,” considering that the…

WorldTasu'a night mourning ceremony held beside the site of the martyrdom of Martyr Khamenei

The Tasu'a night mourning ceremony was held with thousands of people from various walks of life in attendance, next to the Imam Khomeini (ra) Hussainiyah and the site of the heavenly ascension…

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ReligiousA Weak and Cowardly Muslim Has No Place in the Logic of the Qur’an

In every age, the front of disbelief exists in opposition to the front of faith. The disbelievers and enemies of God have never had the patience or capacity to endure the realization of true…