Islam World

Taliban Free 72 Prisoners in Northern Afghanistan, Excluding Political Detainees …………… The Taliban have released 72 prisoners from a jail in Afghanistan’s northern Sar-e-Pul province, while reducing the sentences of 95 others, local sources told Amu News Agency. The sources…

GCC-EU High-Level Security Forum Convenes in Kuwait ———————————– The second high-level forum on Regional Security and Cooperation between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union (EU) was successfully held in Kuwait, bringing together foreign ministers and senior officials…

Islamic Charities Emerge as Lifeline for Millions Globally —————————– Islamic charities are proving to be a critical pillar of global relief efforts, playing a vital role in rescuing millions of people affected by various crises. According to the Shia Waves…

Pope expresses hope for peace following ‘significant steps’ in Gaza ceasefire talks —————————————– Pope Leo on Sunday announced significant steps have been taken in Middle East peace negotiations and expressed hope that they will soon achieve the desired results. Speaking…

Taliban Bans Teachers’ Day Celebrations, Deepening Hardship for Afghan Educators …………….. Afghanistan marked World Teachers’ Day on October 5 in silence this year, after the Taliban banned all forms of celebration. The international day, observed globally to honor educators, passed…

UNESCO Conference in Iraq Focuses on Peacebuilding, Genocide Prevention, and Interfaith Dialogue …………… The University of Baghdad, under the patronage of Iraq’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, hosted an international conference for UNESCO Chairs in Iraq under the…

Thousands of children in eastern Afghanistan have been left orphaned or displaced following a series of powerful earthquakes that devastated Kunar and Nangarhar provinces last month. In the aftermath of the recent devastating earthquakes that shook Afghanistan, aid groups warn…

Iraq and Iran Sign Deal to Establish Joint Border Market in Shalamcheh …………… Iraq and Iran have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint border market in the Shalamcheh area, aimed at boosting trade and strengthening economic cooperation…

Iraq Emerges as Leading Destination for Religious and Cultural Tourism in the Region ……………. A report by World Travel and Tourism highlighted Iraq’s growing tourism sector, which generated approximately $5.7 billion in revenue in 2024 — a 25% increase from…

Canada’s Second Largest Public School Board Marks Islamic Heritage Month with Special Display ………………… Canada’s second-largest public school board, the Peel District School Board (PDSB), is commemorating Islamic Heritage Month with educational displays honoring prominent figures from the global Islamic…