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UN General Secretary: Africa’s exclusion from UN Security Council ‘indefensible’ ——————————— UN chief Antonio Guterres told African leaders on Saturday that the continent’s lack of permanent representation on the UN Security Council is “indefensible,” urging long-delayed global reforms as the…

Australian Police Apologize After Forced Evacuation of Muslim Worshippers —————————— Australian authorities have faced widespread criticism after police in New South Wales (NSW) forcibly evacuated Muslim worshippers during a protest, prompting an official apology. The incident occurred during demonstrations against…

Cotonou to Host “FIRAM 2026” Ramadan Exhibition to Promote Solidarity and Local Economy —————————————– The city of Cotonou, the economic capital of Benin, is set to host the Islamic Ramadan exhibition “FIRAM 2026” from February 14 to 21, 2026. The…

Imam Muhammad Baqir Seminary Opens in Qani, Nigeria —————————- The Imam Muhammad Baqir (peace be upon him) Islamic Seminary was officially inaugurated in Qani, marking a significant step in expanding Islamic educational initiatives in Nigeria, IQNA reported. The seminary was…

Annual Conference of Imams Held in Northern Albania Ahead of Ramadan ————————- The Islamic Sheikhdom of Shkodra organized the 14th Annual Conference of Imams, scholars, and preachers on February 9, 2026, at the Bintin Mosque in northern Albania. Held under…

Italy passes bill authorizing government to impose ‘naval blockades’ on migrant vessels ——————————- Italy’s Cabinet approved a bill Wednesday allowing “naval blockades” to halt migrant boats during periods of “exceptional pressure” at the country’s borders, Anadolu Agency reported. It marked…

34 Mosques Open Their Doors During Victoria’s Open Mosque Day ——————————————. Australia’s state of Victoria hosted the ninth edition of Open Mosque Day, with 34 mosques opening their doors to the public as part of a long-running community initiative aimed…

Women’s Qur’an Recitation Competition Held in Croatia as Part of Ramadan Program —————————– A women’s Qur’an recitation competition was held in the southern Croatian city of Dubrovnik as part of the fourth edition of the educational program “Welcoming the Month…

Germany: Islamic Religious Education in Schools Helps Counter Social Polarization —————————————– A study conducted by Münster University has found that Islamic religious education in schools in North Rhine-Westphalia positively contributes to fostering understanding of core democratic values, reducing extremist attitudes,…

Australian Official Calls on NSW Premier to Apologize to Muslim Community Over Protest Crackdown —————————————– Aftab Malik, Australia’s special government envoy on combating Islamophobia, has called on New South Wales Premier Chris Minns to apologize to the Muslim community following…