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Swedish Fatwa Council Calls on Muslims to Participate in Upcoming Parliamentary Elections ———————————— The Swedish Fatwa Council has issued a statement urging Muslims in Sweden to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections, describing voting as both a religious and civic…

Imam Hussein Center in Istanbul Discusses Media Coordination for Arbaeen Coverage with Turkish Outlets ———————————————– The Imam Hussein Center, affiliated with the Media Department of the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) in Istanbul, held a specialized…

11 Killed and 19 Injured in Fire at Algerian Orphanage ——————————– A fire that broke out Thursday at an orphanage in the Mohammadia district, east of Algeria’s capital Algiers, killed 11 people and injured 19 others, according to Algerian authorities.…

Kufa Mosque Installs 6,000 Square Meters of Shade, Mist Fans Ahead of Arbaeen Pilgrimage ————————————– The administration of the Grand Mosque of Kufa has intensified its service preparations to welcome pilgrims attending the Arbaeen pilgrimage of Imam Hussein (peace be…

International Committee for Hussaini Processions Continues Arbaeen Preparations in Basra ——————————————— The International Committee for Hussaini Bodies and Processions, affiliated with the Imam Shirazi World Foundation in Karbala, has continued its field visits in Basra Province as part of its…

Indian Shia Personal Law Board Calls for Diplomatic Action to Release Detained Indian Shias Abroad ————————————– The All India Shia Personal Law Board (AISPLB) has urged the Indian government to take immediate diplomatic steps to secure the release and safe…

Australia Urged to Take Further Action Against Islamophobia Following Landmark Report ————————————————– A new report on Islamophobia in Australia has called for stronger and long-term measures to address discrimination against Muslim communities and tackle the causes of anti-Muslim prejudice. Australia’s…

Mandaeans in Iraq and Iran Cancel New Year Celebrations in Respect for Muharram and Safar ————————————— The Mandaean community in Iraq and Iran has canceled traditional New Year celebrations to show respect for the Islamic months of Muharram and Safar,…

UN Chief Warns Artificial Intelligence Could Deepen Global Inequality ————————————— United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) could widen existing global inequalities if its benefits are not shared fairly among countries and…

New Book Explores Burial Traditions and Religious Diversity in Spain ——————————————— A newly published book examining funeral traditions and mourning practices in Spain explores how burial rituals reflect religious beliefs, cultural identity and social values within the country’s diverse communities.…