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Brazilian businesses look to expand halal food exports to Arab countries, Islamic communities
March 16, 2023
Brazilian businesses look to expand halal food exports to Arab countries, Islamic communities
Brazil, the world’s leading exporter of halal meat and poultry, is now seeking to expand the selection of food products it could potentially export to the world’s 57 Muslim-majority nations, as well as Islamic communities in other countries, media outlets…
Muslims in US and Germany call for global efforts to combat Islamophobia, foster inclusivity
March 16, 2023
Muslims in US and Germany call for global efforts to combat Islamophobia, foster inclusivity
The UN has declared March 15 the International Day to Combat Islamophobia with the goal of taking “concrete action in the face of rising hatred, discrimination, and violence against Muslims.” UN General Assembly President Csaba Korosi also noted that “Islamophobia…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine to send aid relief to families affected by earthquake in Syria
March 15, 2023
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine to send aid relief to families affected by earthquake in Syria
The Crisis and Relief Cell, affiliated to Imam Hussein Holy Shrine, has announced that its employees prepared thousands of food baskets and other essentials and humanitarian aids to be distributed to Syrian families affected by the massive earthquake that had…
Pakistan: Clashes erupt as security forces deployed at former PM’s residence leave
March 15, 2023
Pakistan: Clashes erupt as security forces deployed at former PM’s residence leave
Supporters of former Pakistani Prime Minster, Imran Khan, clashed with police as the law enforcement have raided Khan’s house in an ongoing police operation to arrest Imran Khan, media outlets reported. Earlier today Imran Khan tweeted that his house in…
Iraq: Security forces arrest 7 terrorists in Salahuddin Governorate
March 15, 2023
Iraq: Security forces arrest 7 terrorists in Salahuddin Governorate
Federal Intelligence and Investigation Agency, affiliated to Iraqi Ministry of Interior, has announced today, Wednesday, that seven terrorists arrested in Salah al-Din Governorate – north of Baghdad, as they were inciting hatred and urging people to attack security forces. In…
UNICEF says over 2 million children in Yemen suffer acute malnutrition
March 15, 2023
UNICEF says over 2 million children in Yemen suffer acute malnutrition
UNICEF has confirmed that there are more than 2.7 million children suffering acute malnutrition in Yemen, among them, 570 children suffer severe acute malnutrition, who need urgent medical care. The UNICEF Commission to Yemen said in a tweet on its…
Baghdad-based AhlulBayet Center holds intellectual symposium on Imam Hussein’s eternal Cause
March 15, 2023
Baghdad-based AhlulBayet Center holds intellectual symposium on Imam Hussein’s eternal Cause
The Women’s Department of AhlulBayt Center in Baghdad held an intellectual symposium headlined “Imam Hussein is an Endless Source of Giving”. The female researchers and participants highlighted the humanitarian values established by the revolution of Imam Hussein, peace be upon…
Shirazi-affiliated Sayyida Fatima Al-Zahra Foundation distributes aids to families in Holy Karbala
March 15, 2023
Shirazi-affiliated Sayyida Fatima Al-Zahra Foundation distributes aids to families in Holy Karbala
The administration of Sayyeda Fatima Al-Zahraa Cultural and Charitable Foundation in Holy Karbala confirmed that its humanitarian aids still being delivered to needy and orphan families. In a statement received by Shia Waves Agency, the administration said that, “Food baskets…
Lahore most polluted city, Pakistan ranks third among countries: a new IQAir report finds
March 15, 2023
Lahore most polluted city, Pakistan ranks third among countries: a new IQAir report finds
Lahore in Pakistan has jumped more than 10 places to become the city with the worst air in the world in 2022, according to an annual global survey by a Swiss maker of air purifiers. The report published on Tuesday…
China and US clash over Uyghurs at UN Islamophobia event
March 15, 2023
China and US clash over Uyghurs at UN Islamophobia event
China has accused the US of “abusing” a United Nations event to mark an international day against Islamophobia after the American ambassador in New York used it to draw attention to Beijing’s persecution of its Uyghur minority. The event was…