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Fatimiyyah: A Time of Mourning, Reflection on Legacy of Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (peace be upon her)
November 5, 2025
Fatimiyyah: A Time of Mourning, Reflection on Legacy of Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (peace be upon her)
The Fatimiyyah Days mark the annual mourning period for Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (peace be upon her), the revered daughter of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family). According to historical narrations, her martyrdom occurred 75 days after…
Saudi Appointment of Controversial Grand Mufti Sparks Sectarian, Political Concerns
October 31, 2025
Saudi Appointment of Controversial Grand Mufti Sparks Sectarian, Political Concerns
Saudi Arabia’s appointment of Sheikh Saleh Al-Fawzan as the kingdom’s new Grand Mufti has drawn sharp criticism from international rights groups and analysts, who warn that the move could entrench sectarian divides and inflame growing domestic discontent among youth and…
Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions Soar as Peace Talks Fail
October 30, 2025
Afghanistan-Pakistan Tensions Soar as Peace Talks Fail
Negotiations held in Istanbul between Pakistan and Taliban-led Afghanistan collapsed after four days without reaching a durable agreement. Pakistan accused Kabul of failing to rein in militant groups launching attacks across the border, while Afghanistan rejected the accusation of providing…
Unrest and Political Shifts Mark Regional Developments Across MENA
October 27, 2025
Unrest and Political Shifts Mark Regional Developments Across MENA
Multiple Middle East and North Africa states saw major political and social developments this week, ranging from refugee repatriation efforts to environmental protests and opposition crackdowns. In Libya, more than 700 Syrian refugees crowded a Tripoli travel agency on Sunday…
South Sudan Faces Dual Humanitarian Crises as Child Labor and Severe Flooding Intensify
October 25, 2025
South Sudan Faces Dual Humanitarian Crises as Child Labor and Severe Flooding Intensify
South Sudan is facing mounting humanitarian pressures as new data highlights a surge in child labor alongside severe flooding affecting hundreds of thousands across the country. A government-backed report, produced with support from Save the Children and published on October…
Saudi Arabia’s Expanding Soft Power in Global Football Draws Attention Amid Human Rights Concerns
October 21, 2025
Saudi Arabia’s Expanding Soft Power in Global Football Draws Attention Amid Human Rights Concerns
Saudi Arabia’s growing dominance in international football — described by a former FIFA president as a “shift of the game’s center of gravity from Europe to Riyadh” — has intensified debate over the kingdom’s use of soft power while its…
Pakistan’s mass expulsion of Afghan refugees and Europe’s push for deportations raise humanitarian concerns
October 20, 2025
Pakistan’s mass expulsion of Afghan refugees and Europe’s push for deportations raise humanitarian concerns
As conflict intensifies between Pakistan’s military and Taliban forces, Islamabad has launched a sweeping campaign to expel all Afghan migrants from its territory — a move that coincides with renewed calls by 20 European nations to increase deportations of Afghan…
Muslim News Across Middle East and Europe: Crisis in Syria, Sectarian Violence, and Positive Integration in Europe
October 19, 2025
Muslim News Across Middle East and Europe: Crisis in Syria, Sectarian Violence, and Positive Integration in Europe
A series of international reports highlights deepening crises affecting Muslim communities in the Middle East, while celebrating positive representation in Europe. Two reports from Syria paint a grim picture of crisis and sectarian tension: Health System Breakdown: Syria’s public hospitals…
World Food Programme Warns of Imminent Hunger Crisis in Gaza, Sudan, Yemen Amid Funding Cuts
October 17, 2025
World Food Programme Warns of Imminent Hunger Crisis in Gaza, Sudan, Yemen Amid Funding Cuts
The World Food Programme (WFP) has issued a stark warning that severe funding shortfalls are pushing food aid operations in Gaza, Sudan, Yemen, and other crisis-affected countries to the brink of collapse, risking famine for millions. A recent WFP report…
Surge in AI-Generated Islamophobic Imagery Raises Alarm in India
October 16, 2025
Surge in AI-Generated Islamophobic Imagery Raises Alarm in India
A new report from the Center for the Study of Organized Hate (CSOH) warns that AI-generated images are being weaponized across Indian social media to produce and amplify anti-Muslim content. The study, cited by Maktoob Media, analyzed 1,326 AI-created images…