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WorldNew York Declares January as Muslim American Heritage Month for the First Time
New York is highlighting its commitment to inclusion and diversity. For the first time in history, January has been proclaimed Muslim American Heritage Month by the state, recognizing the contribution…
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WorldHalf a million march for Palestine in Istanbul
Over half a million people gathered early Thursday at Istanbul’s Galata Bridge for a massive march in support of Palestine on New Year’s Day.
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WorldMaldives’ Islamic Minister outlines plans to strengthen Islamic development in 2026
Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dr Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed has stated that the government will prioritise fulfilling Islamic pledges and strengthening Islamic development this year.
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WorldRights Group Warns of Rising Threats Against Mosques in the Netherlands
The global nonviolence organization FreeMuslim has warned of what it described as a serious escalation in threats targeting Muslims in the Netherlands, following reports that several mosques…
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WorldTwo New Mosques Opened in the Maldives Ahead of Ramadan
In a significant boost to community infrastructure, two new mosques were officially opened on Friday, with a major government initiative to complete 15 new mosques before the upcoming holy month…
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WorldKosovo and Bosnia Islamic Communities organized Exhibition on Destroyed Mosques of the 1990s
The Islamic Community of Kosovo (BIK) and the Islamic Community of Bosnia and Herzegovina organized the photo exhibition “Memory in Photographs – Mosques Destroyed in Bosnia and Herzegovina and…
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WorldMaldivian President Announces Completion of 15 New Mosques Before Ramadan
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the construction of approximately fifteen mosques across the country is scheduled for completion before the month of Ramadan.
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WorldSwitzerland Holds International Conference on Societal Role of Mosques
An international conference on “The Role of Mosques in Serving the Community” was held in Switzerland, bringing together participants to discuss the growing contribution of European mosques to…
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All StoriesIslamic Foundation of the Netherlands Warns of Growing Anti-Muslim Incidents
Eight mosques in various Dutch cities have received threatening letters with anti-Islamic messages, sparking deep concern among the Muslim community.
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All StoriesIsraeli Occupation Demolish Mosque Minaret under Construction in Dura, Hebron
Israeli occupation forces (IOF) on Wednesday demolished a minaret under construction for a mosque in Dura, south of Hebron.
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All StoriesMaldives trains 4 Friday sermon leaders to tackle imam shortage
The Maldives has trained four new religious leaders to deliver Friday sermons at mosques, helping tackle a nationwide shortage of Muslim clergy. The government-sponsored programme for young Friday…
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All StoriesBasra mosque preserves 125-year-old door with original lock still in use
A mosque in central Al-Zubair, Basra, continues to preserve original architectural features dating back 125 years, including a handmade wooden door and an iron lock engraved with the name of…
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All StoriesTurkey, Bulgaria to collaborate on restoring 2 historic mosques
Turkey’s Directorate General of Foundations (VGM) and the Grand Mufti’s Office of the Republic of Bulgaria have signed a cooperation protocol to restore two historic mosques located in Bulgaria.
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All StoriesMaldives to Establish Libraries in All Islamic Centers by Year-End
Islamic libraries will be established in all Islamic centres throughout the country before the end of this year, the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dr Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed has announced.
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All StoriesIndonesia Builds Islamic Center In Croatia
Indonesia has again shown its commitment as a country with a spirit of peace and tolerance through the development of the Islamic Center in Osijek, Croatia. This project is part of Indonesia's…
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All StoriesCAIR Urges European Leaders to Act Against Anti-Muslim Hate After Attacks on Mosques in UK and France
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today repeated its call for European leaders to stop promoting anti-Muslim…
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All StoriesMakkah’s Historic Mosques Deserve Greater Attention
In Makkah, the holiest city in Islam, spiritual significance extends far beyond the Grand Mosque. Scattered throughout the city are historic mosques that witnessed pivotal moments in Islamic…
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All StoriesTunisian Man's Killing Rekindles Concerns Over Islamophobia in France
A French man has allegedly killed his Tunisian neighbor in what is being investigated as a racially motivated attack in the town of Puget-sur-Argens, located in southeastern France.
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All StoriesAnnual Fundraising Dinner by The Islamic Institute of Knowledge in Dearborn, USA
In continued support of the mission of the Islamic Institute of Knowledge IIOK, annual fundraising dinner was held in Dearborn, attended by the IIOK’s Imam, Sheikh Baker Berry, Chairman Hajj…
