Islam

Red for revenge: Nasrallah's speech was a call to fight

A Muslim familiar with the historiographical context of these verses understands the meaning instinctively—“fighting is permitted.”

19/09/2024

Jewish radicalism differs from Islamic and Christian fundamentalism

Jews who maintain that Jews are created differently than non-Jews do not extend their teachings to posit that Jews must rule the world and kill non-Jews. It doesn’t have a violent expression.

 (L-R) Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Benjamin Netanyahu seen over flags of Turkey and Israel

Turkey's 'Islamic' offensive against Israel grows as Gaza war rages

Turkey's President Erdogan is using the October 7 attack to rally Muslim countries diplomatically against Israel, seeking regional leadership.

Jordan holds first election under new law, Islamists expected to benefit from Gaza war sentiment

Jordan's first election under a new law aims to reduce tribal influence and boost parties, with Islamists expected to gain due to Gaza war.

By REUTERS
10/09/2024

Turkey's Erdogan calls for summit of Muslim country leaders on Gaza war

Turkish President Erdogan urges the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation to hold an emergency summit, condemning Israel's actions in Gaza and Jerusalem.

By REUTERS
09/09/2024

ISIS attack on Pope Francis in Jakarta thwarted: Indonesian police detain terror org. members

Detachment 88 has been commended for its efforts in thwarting numerous terrorist plots and making key arrests across the country.

Sheikh Zayed Mosque seen from the courtyard with its floral design.

Global Imams Council condemns Hamas for execution of hostages

In a powerful statement, the Global Imams Council has denounced Hamas' hostage executions, challenging extremism from within Islam.

Sweden to prosecute two men over Quran burnings

Two men will be tried for burning the Koran in Sweden, charged with inciting hate against Muslims.

By REUTERS
28/08/2024

Taliban morality police dismiss over 280 men without beards from security forces

In the past year, over 280 men have been removed from security forces for not having a beard, as well as more than 13,000 Afghans detained for other various 'immoral acts'

By REUTERS
20/08/2024

German mosque took orders from Iran, aided Hezbollah before closure

Security officials raided the Islamic Centre in Hamburg earlier this year, seizing documents and data, leading to the Centre’s closure in July.

11/08/2024
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