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Organizing the International Halal Exhibition in Nigeria
August 14, 2021
Organizing the International Halal Exhibition in Nigeria
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) announced the organization of an international expo of goods bearing the Halal mark, as part of its efforts to provide Muslim citizens with goods and products that comply with the principles of…
UN calls on Afghanistan’s neighbors to keep their borders open for Afghan refugees
August 14, 2021
UN calls on Afghanistan’s neighbors to keep their borders open for Afghan refugees
The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has called on Afghanistan’s neighbors not to close their border for Afghan people fleeing from hostilities in their country, UNHCR spokesperson Shabia Mantoo said on Friday.“UNHCR is calling on…
Bahraini authorities restrict Ashura ceremonies
August 14, 2021
Bahraini authorities restrict Ashura ceremonies
Bahraini press sources confirmed that the Bahraini security forces removed the Husseini banners from several towns, including al-Musalla, al-Sahla al-Janoubia, and al-Bilad al-Qadeem.The sources stated that in the town of al-Musalla, the municipality workers, backed by security men, removed the…
Afghanistan: The Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi in Kabul revives the rituals of Imam Hussein in the holy month of Muharram
August 14, 2021
Afghanistan: The Office of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi in Kabul revives the rituals of Imam Hussein in the holy month of Muharram
The Office of the Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi in the Afghan capital Kabul, is reviving the holy rituals of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, at its headquarters in the city.The office began to hold…
Lebanon holds mourning ceremonies for Imam Hussein on Ashura
August 14, 2021
Lebanon holds mourning ceremonies for Imam Hussein on Ashura
Ahlulbayt followers in Lebanon are holding mourning ceremonies for Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, since the first day of the holy month of Muharram.The ceremonies were organized by Azizat al-Hussein Committee, in the capital Beirut, in the presence of…
Amnesty International: Hundreds of women raped and sexual slavery in Tigray
August 12, 2021
Amnesty International: Hundreds of women raped and sexual slavery in Tigray
An Amnesty International report revealed that Ethiopian and Eritrean forces raped hundreds of women and girls in the war-torn Tigray region and imposed sexual slavery and mutilation on some of the victims.The report was based on interviews with 63 victims,…
Baghdad: Terrorist plot to target mourning ceremonies for Imam Hussein thwarted
August 12, 2021
Baghdad: Terrorist plot to target mourning ceremonies for Imam Hussein thwarted
The Iraqi security forces managed to thwart a terrorist plot targeting mourning ceremonies for Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, in the capital, Baghdad.The Popular Mobilization Authority said in a statement, which Shia Waves Agency received a copy of, that…
US intelligence: Kabul may fall into the hands of Taliban terrorists within 90 days
August 12, 2021
US intelligence: Kabul may fall into the hands of Taliban terrorists within 90 days
A US defense official announced that “Taliban terrorists may isolate the Afghan capital, Kabul, from the rest of the country within 30 days, and may control it within 90 days,” according to an intelligence assessment, quoted by Reuters.With the movement’s…
Saudi Arabia: Umrah pilgrims flock to the Grand Mosque amid precautionary measures
August 12, 2021
Saudi Arabia: Umrah pilgrims flock to the Grand Mosque amid precautionary measures
Crowds of pilgrims from Saudi Arabia arrived to perform the Umrah and pray in the Grand Mosque, after the capacity was raised to 60,000 pilgrims.The Grand Mosque is now witnessing the influx of pilgrims from inside the Kingdom to perform…
Imam Shirazi World Foundation: Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, is a symbol of victory for truth and a resounding voice in the face of injustice
August 12, 2021
Imam Shirazi World Foundation: Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, is a symbol of victory for truth and a resounding voice in the face of injustice
The Imam Shirazi World Foundation confirmed that Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, was and still represents one of the symbols of victory for truth and honor, and a resounding voice in the face of everyone who seeks to oppress…