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Sweden: Several Imams Dismissed as Mosques Face Membership Suspensions Following Polygamy Investigation ———————————— Several mosques in Sweden have taken disciplinary action against imams and religious officials, while the membership of a number of Islamic institutions in the Federation of Islamic…

Saratov to Host Exhibition on Russia’s Islamic Heritage and Traditions ————————————— The Russian city of Saratov will host an exhibition titled “Russia’s Islamic Heritage: Peoples and Traditions” on November 28 and 29, 2026, highlighting the history, cultural diversity and religious…

UN Warns of Worsening Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine as Civilian Casualties and Destruction Mount —————————————— The United Nations has warned of a worsening humanitarian situation in Ukraine as the ongoing war and intensifying military attacks continue to claim civilian lives…

Negative Attitudes Toward Muslims in Australia Rise to 43%, Survey Warns of Growing Islamophobia ————————————- A recent survey in Australia has revealed a significant increase in negative attitudes toward Muslims, with 43% of adults expressing unfavourable views in 2026. The…

Global Fossil Fuel Emissions Expected to Decline for First Time Since 2020, International Report Says Global carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel consumption are expected to fall by 0.4% in 2026, marking the first annual decline since 2020, according to…

European Countries Adopt Different Restrictions on Hijab in Schools, Comparative Report Highlights ————————————— European countries continue to apply differing regulations governing the wearing of Islamic headscarves in educational institutions, with no unified policy across the European Union, according to a…

Malaysia Proposes Reviving World Zakat Organization to Support Poor Muslim Communities Worldwide ———————————– Malaysia has proposed reviving the World Zakat Organization to coordinate the collection and distribution of zakat funds internationally, with the aim of supporting impoverished Muslim countries and…

Ethiopia: $6.2 Million Islamic Educational, Healthcare and Charitable Complex Launched in Addis Ababa ——————————————— Construction work has been launched on a major Islamic educational, healthcare and charitable complex in Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, with a budget of one billion Ethiopian…

Europe: Governments Move to Cut Pension Spending Amid Economic Pressures and Ageing Populations —————————— Several European governments are reviewing their pension systems and considering reductions in retirement spending as public finances come under increasing pressure from ageing populations and rising…

Senegal: At Least 21 Migrants Dead After Boat Capsizes Off Northwestern Coast ————————————— At least 21 migrants have died after a boat capsized off the coast of northwestern Senegal, near the town of Lompoul in the Kebemer area. Search and…