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Afghan-Pakistan ISIL’s Hafiz Saeed Khan killed
August 14, 2016
Afghan-Pakistan ISIL’s Hafiz Saeed Khan killed
The leader of the so-called Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group in Afghanistan and Pakistan was killed in a US drone strike, US and Afghan officials have confirmed. The leader of the so-called Islamic State…
SRW: Nigerian Cleric’s Health Deteriorating
August 14, 2016
SRW: Nigerian Cleric’s Health Deteriorating
Senior Nigerian Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky’s health has been worsening, Shia Rights Watch (SRW) said. Senior Nigerian Shia cleric Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky’s health has been worsening, Shia Rights Watch (SRW) said. The rights body, headquartered in the…
Travel Agency Offers Muslim-Friendly Tours in Osaka, Japan
August 13, 2016
Travel Agency Offers Muslim-Friendly Tours in Osaka, Japan
A travel agency based in Osaka city, Japan, is offering tours catering specifically to Muslim visitors, a growing segment of inbound travelers from abroad, featuring a visit to a mosque, halal food and an attendant who adheres to Islam. …
Hijab-wearing Muslim women face discrimination in UK
August 13, 2016
Hijab-wearing Muslim women face discrimination in UK
British women wearing Hijab are facing work discrimination as employers prefer hiring non-veil-wearing employees, a new inquiry finds. British women wearing Hijab are facing work discrimination as employers prefer hiring non-veil-wearing employees, a new inquiry finds. UK lawmakers…
Nigerian army fire tear-gas at ‘Free Zakzaky’ peaceful protesters in Zaria
August 13, 2016
Nigerian army fire tear-gas at ‘Free Zakzaky’ peaceful protesters in Zaria
Thousands of Muslims that gathered for the Free Zakzaky, peaceful protest, were tear gassed by mobile policemen on Thursday August 11 2016 in Zaria metropolis. Thousands of Muslims that gathered for the Free Zakzaky, peaceful protest, were tear…
ISIS threaten Shiite Muslims in Pakistan: Accept our Islam or be killed
August 13, 2016
ISIS threaten Shiite Muslims in Pakistan: Accept our Islam or be killed
The so-called Islamic State militants profess to kill Shia Muslims across DI Khan if they do not follow their rulings and raise their flags. The so-called Islamic State militants profess to kill Shia Muslims across DI Khan if…
Muslim Woman Says Chicago Police Officers Ripped Off Her Hijab, Suit Says
August 13, 2016
Muslim Woman Says Chicago Police Officers Ripped Off Her Hijab, Suit Says
A Muslim woman says that Chicago police officers ripped off her hijab and niqab as she walked up the staircase to a train and accused her of being a “terrorist,” according to a federal lawsuit and her lawyer. …
Islamic Studies to be founded in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
August 10, 2016
Islamic Studies to be founded in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
The Council of State has announced the establishment of Muslim studies in the Faculty of Theology in Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, after finding legal the appropriate presidential decree by the Ministry of Education. The Council of State has…
ISIS claims capture of advanced US weapons in Afghanistan
August 10, 2016
ISIS claims capture of advanced US weapons in Afghanistan
The so-called Islamic State terrorists say they have gotten their hands on a variety of US weapons and sensitive radio equipment in Afghanistan following recent battlefield victories. The so-called Islamic State terrorists say they have gotten their hands…
Rio 2016: terror stigma increases violence against Muslims
August 10, 2016
Rio 2016: terror stigma increases violence against Muslims
Attacks against Muslims have increased in Rio de Janeiro since a group of people were arrested on suspicion of planning to carry out terrorist acts during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Attacks against Muslims have increased in Rio…