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Interfaith Alliance Warns Anti-Muslim Bigotry Undermines America’s Founding Principles ————————————– An analysis published by Interfaith Alliance has warned that rising anti-Muslim rhetoric in the United States contradicts the country’s founding commitment to religious freedom and equality. In the article, the…

Pope Leo XIV Highlights Interfaith Bridges, Renewed Engagement with Islamic World ————————————— Pope Leo XIV has emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between Christianity and the Islamic world following his recent multi-country visit to Africa, describing such engagement as a…

Washington Post Analysis Highlights Emerging “Islamo-Christian Right” and Recognition of Islamic Strengths ————————————————– A recent opinion analysis published by The Washington Post examines the emergence of what it describes as an “Islamo-Christian right”, a developing current among some conservative voices…

Cleric of Sayyida Zaynab Shrine (peace be upon her) Martyred in Grenade Attack Near Damascus ————————————— A prominent religious figure serving at the Sayyida Zaynab Shrine (peace be upon her) was martyred in a targeted attack in the Syrian capital’s…

Study Links Economic Sanctions to Rising Civilian Deaths Over Five Decades ——————————– A global study finds economic sanctions linked to tens of millions of civilian deaths over five decades, raising humanitarian concerns. A growing body of international research is intensifying…

Mounting Social, Economic and Rights Pressures Deepen Crisis in Afghanistan —————————————— Afghanistan is facing a growing multi-layered crisis as economic hardship, social tensions, security concerns and new legal restrictions increasingly affect daily life, according to field reports and UN assessments.…

Mecca Launches New Digital Service to Support Pilgrims ——————————- The authorities overseeing the Grand Mosque (Masjid al‑Haram) in Mecca have introduced a new digital service aimed at improving the experience and well‑being of pilgrims performing Hajj and Umrah. The announcement…

Quran Memorization Growing in US Muslim Households, Report Shows ——————————————- The practice of hifz (Quran memorization) is gaining momentum among Muslim families across the United States, driven by a renewed focus on religious education and community support, according to a…

UK Researchers Develop New Tool to Predict Who Is Most at Risk from Obesity‑Related Diseases ——————————————————— UK scientists have created a new predictive health tool designed to pinpoint which people are most likely to develop serious obesity‑related conditions, offering potential…

Texas Republicans Push “Sharia-Free America” Legislation Amid Concerns Over Religious Discrimination ————————- A new political initiative, the “Sharia-Free America Caucus”, has ignited debate in Texas, led by Republican lawmakers including Chip Roy and Keith Self. The caucus seeks to prevent…