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Analyst: Saudis killed children to force Yemenis to submit
August 19, 2018
Analyst: Saudis killed children to force Yemenis to submit
The recent Saudi attack on a school bus full of children was an act of terror meant to force the Yemenis into submission, according to a military expert. The recent Saudi attack on a school bus full of…
Bahraini Shia Cleric freed after spending one year behind bars
August 19, 2018
Bahraini Shia Cleric freed after spending one year behind bars
Bahrain’s Shia cleric Sayyed Mohieldin Al-Mashaal walked out of prison on Wednesday after spending one year behind bars. Bahrain’s Shia cleric Sayyed Mohieldin Al-Mashaal walked out of prison on Wednesday after spending one year behind bars. Al-Mashaal was…
Muslims in Islamic and non-Islamic countries mark martyrdom anniversary
August 19, 2018
Muslims in Islamic and non-Islamic countries mark martyrdom anniversary
Holy shrines in Iraq, Syria, and Iran in addition to mosques, Husseiniyahs, and Islamic Centers in Islamic and non-Islamic countries are marking the martyrdom anniversary of Imam al-Baqir, peace be upon him. Holy shrines in Iraq, Syria, and…
Armed police rush to Birmingham mosque after thugs attack Muslims
August 18, 2018
Armed police rush to Birmingham mosque after thugs attack Muslims
Armed police were called to two mosques in Birmingham, Britain, after windows were smashed during evening prayers. Armed police were called to two mosques in Birmingham, Britain, after windows were smashed during evening prayers. There were initial fears…
Muslim couple denied Swiss citizenship over handshake refusal
August 18, 2018
Muslim couple denied Swiss citizenship over handshake refusal
The Swiss city of Lausanne blocked a Muslim couple’s bid to become Swiss nationals over their refusal to shake hands with members of the opposite sex. The Swiss city of Lausanne blocked a Muslim couple’s bid to become…
Los Angeles turns down funding for program targeting Muslims
August 18, 2018
Los Angeles turns down funding for program targeting Muslims
The office of the mayor of Los Angeles, USA turned down a $425,000 grant from the federal government for a program intended to counter violent extremism that has been criticized for targeting and vilifying Muslims, the mayor’s office said on…
UN experts call for release of top Bahraini campaigners
August 18, 2018
UN experts call for release of top Bahraini campaigners
UN human rights experts say Bahrain’s detention of prominent opposition figures and leading pro-democracy campaigners is unlawful and violates their right to freedom of expression. UN human rights experts say Bahrain’s detention of prominent opposition figures and leading…
Several terrorists killed in Iraqi air raids on Daesh positions in Syria
August 18, 2018
Several terrorists killed in Iraqi air raids on Daesh positions in Syria
The Iraqi Air Force has attacked the “operations room” of Daesh in neighboring Syria, killing several militants plotting to carry out a terrorist operation in Iraq in coming days, the Iraqi Interior Ministry has announced. The Iraqi Air…
Some Canadian Muslims skip Mecca pilgrimage
August 16, 2018
Some Canadian Muslims skip Mecca pilgrimage
Members of Canada’s Muslim community say recent tensions between Ottawa and Saudi Arabia are affecting some people’s ability to perform what’s seen in the faith as a fundamental religious right. Members of Canada’s Muslim community say recent tensions…
SRW expresses concerns over Israa al-Ghamgham death verdict
August 16, 2018
SRW expresses concerns over Israa al-Ghamgham death verdict
Shia Rights Watch is extremely concerned as Israa al-Ghamgham, a detainee and a female Shia rights activist is sentenced to the death penalty for her involvement in peaceful demonstrations in Qatif. Shia Rights Watch is extremely concerned as…