Islam World
Mecca Launches New Digital Service to Support Pilgrims
May 1, 2026
Mecca Launches New Digital Service to Support Pilgrims
Mecca Launches New Digital Service to Support Pilgrims ——————————- The authorities overseeing the Grand Mosque (Masjid al‑Haram) in Mecca have introduced a new digital service aimed at improving the experience and well‑being of pilgrims performing Hajj and Umrah. The announcement…
Quran Memorization Growing in US Muslim Households, Report Shows
May 1, 2026
Quran Memorization Growing in US Muslim Households, Report Shows
Quran Memorization Growing in US Muslim Households, Report Shows ——————————————- The practice of hifz (Quran memorization) is gaining momentum among Muslim families across the United States, driven by a renewed focus on religious education and community support, according to a…
UN: Mental health support vital for women and girls in Afghanistan
May 1, 2026
UN: Mental health support vital for women and girls in Afghanistan
UN: Mental health support vital for women and girls in Afghanistan ————————————– UN says mental health support services are aiding Afghan women and girls cope with trauma, stress, and hardship under challenging humanitarian conditions. The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)…
Iran-Linked Tensions Disrupt Global Electronics Supply Chain, Raising Concerns Over Raw Material Shortages
April 30, 2026
Iran-Linked Tensions Disrupt Global Electronics Supply Chain, Raising Concerns Over Raw Material Shortages
Iran-Linked Tensions Disrupt Global Electronics Supply Chain, Raising Concerns Over Raw Material Shortages ————————————– Escalating tensions involving Iran have begun to significantly disrupt the global electronics supply chain, limiting access to critical raw materials used in the production of advanced…
US Federal Court Moves to Expedite Afghan Asylum Cases, CAIR Welcomes Decision
April 29, 2026
US Federal Court Moves to Expedite Afghan Asylum Cases, CAIR Welcomes Decision
US Federal Court Moves to Expedite Afghan Asylum Cases, CAIR Welcomes Decision ————————————- A US federal court has ruled that Afghan asylum seekers can proceed with legal challenges over prolonged delays in the processing of their cases, a decision welcomed…
UN OCHA Warns of Rising Civilian Casualties, Growing Humanitarian Needs Amid Afghanistan–Pakistan Clashes
April 29, 2026
UN OCHA Warns of Rising Civilian Casualties, Growing Humanitarian Needs Amid Afghanistan–Pakistan Clashes
UN OCHA Warns of Rising Civilian Casualties, Growing Humanitarian Needs Amid Afghanistan–Pakistan Clashes ————————————————- The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has sounded the alarm about a worsening humanitarian crisis as cross‑border hostilities between Afghanistan and…
Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Martyr Dozens, Rescue Workers Among Dead
April 29, 2026
Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Martyr Dozens, Rescue Workers Among Dead
Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Martyr Dozens, Rescue Workers Among Dead ——————————————- Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Tuesday have martyred and wounded numerous civilians and first responders, Lebanese authorities and international media report. According to Lebanon’s Ministry of Public…
Israeli Forces Bulldoze Solar Panels in Southern Lebanon, Cutting Electricity and Water Supply in Debel
April 29, 2026
Israeli Forces Bulldoze Solar Panels in Southern Lebanon, Cutting Electricity and Water Supply in Debel
Israeli Forces Bulldoze Solar Panels in Southern Lebanon, Cutting Electricity and Water Supply in Debel —————————————— Israeli military forces have bulldozed solar panels that provide electricity to the Christian‑majority village of Debel in southern Lebanon, resulting in widespread power outages…
Kashmir Seminary Declared Unlawful Under India’s Anti‑Terror Law, Spark Outcry
April 29, 2026
Kashmir Seminary Declared Unlawful Under India’s Anti‑Terror Law, Spark Outcry
Kashmir Seminary Declared Unlawful Under India’s Anti‑Terror Law, Spark Outcry ————————————— A prominent Islamic seminary in Indian‑administered Kashmir has been declared an “unlawful entity” under India’s Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), triggering strong criticism from local political and religious leaders.…
Bahrain: Widespread Controversy After Revocation of Citizenship from Shia Clerics Amid Human Rights Criticism
April 29, 2026
Bahrain: Widespread Controversy After Revocation of Citizenship from Shia Clerics Amid Human Rights Criticism
Bahrain: Widespread Controversy After Revocation of Citizenship from Shia Clerics Amid Human Rights Criticism ———————————————- The Bahraini authorities’ decision to revoke the citizenship of several citizens, including Shia clerics and members of their families, has sparked widespread controversy and criticism…