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Global Encyclopedia of Muslim Communities Project Launched to Document Muslims’ History, Realities Worldwide ———————————————————– The “Muslim Communities Around the World Encyclopedia” project is being developed as a global knowledge initiative aimed at creating a comprehensive reference on Muslim societies outside…

Netherlands Launches Digital Platform to Monitor and Document Attacks on Mosques ——————————————— A Muslim representative organization in the Netherlands has launched a new digital platform to record and track attacks, threats, and acts of vandalism against mosques and Islamic institutions…

Global Witness Reports 124 Land and Environmental Defenders Killed Worldwide in 2025 —————————————————– Global Witness, an international organization that monitors threats against environmental and land defenders, reported that at least 124 defenders were killed in 2025, bringing the total number…

Malaysia’s “Mosque Open Day” Initiative Promotes Community Engagement, Understanding of Islam ————————————– Malaysia is hosting the 2026 “Mosque Open Day” initiative during September as part of Islamic Tourism Month, opening several mosques to visitors from different religions, cultures and nationalities.…

UN Chief Calls for Security Council Reform and Urges Action to Address Global Crises ———————————- United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for urgent reform of the UN Security Council, arguing that the current structure no longer reflects the realities…

Italy: Muslim community voices anger after Quran desecration incident ———————————————— A video showing an Italian political activist burning and tearing a copy of the Quran during a live broadcast has sparked widespread condemnation among members of the Muslim community in…

Texas Muslim community raises concerns over alleged rise in anti-Muslim policies and restrictions —————————————– Muslim organizations and civil rights activists in Texas have expressed growing concerns over what they describe as increasing political and legal pressures targeting Islamic institutions and…

Belgium: Dismissal of Muslim teacher over refusal to remove hijab sparks legal and union debate ———————————————- The dismissal of Muslim teacher Hudayfa Amajoud by authorities in Belgium’s East Flanders province has sparked renewed debate over religious freedom, workplace rights, and…

Australia: Police investigate suspected hate incident targeting Waragul Mosque in Victoria ———————————- Victoria Police have launched an investigation after a suspected hate-motivated incident at the Waragul Mosque in Gippsland, where pork was reportedly thrown near the mosque’s entrance. Security camera…

Nepal: Muslim Communities Mobilize Relief Efforts for Flood Victims ————————————– Muslim communities across several regions of Nepal have launched a coordinated aid campaign to support families affected by recent floods, highlighting the role of mosques, Islamic schools, and community institutions…