Islam World

Taliban Enforce Strict Restrictions on Muharram Observances Across Afghanistan —————————- The Taliban have imposed severe restrictions on Muharram rituals this year, including bans on photography and limits on public ceremonies in several provinces such as Kabul, Herat, Balkh, Bamiyan, and…

Iran’s Muharram Rituals Showcase Deep Faith and Rich Cultural Heritage ————————————— During the month of Muharram, Iran transformed into a vibrant stage of faith, culture, and remembrance, showcasing diverse mourning rituals dedicated to the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (peace be…

Karachi’s imambargahs, some dating back over 250 years, have evolved from humble beginnings into vital spiritual and cultural centers that reflect the city’s rich Shia heritage. These landmarks, founded by devoted individuals and communities, continue to shape Karachi’s religious landscape…

Kazakhstan’s Niqab Ban Highlights Growing Restrictions on Islamic Dress in Muslim-Majority Countries ………………… Kazakhstan’s recent decision to ban the wearing of the Islamic niqab in public spaces has sparked widespread concern, adding to a growing wave of laws that restrict…

Charlie Kirk Slammed for Anti-Muslim Attack on NYC Candidate Zoran Mamdani ………………….. Prominent far-right commentator Charlie Kirk has come under fire for launching an Islamophobic and racist attack against Zoran Mamdani, the Muslim candidate who recently won the Democratic primary…

Demolition of Muslim Cemeteries in India’s Kashipur Sparks Outrage Over Desecration and Discrimination ………………….. In a move that has shocked the Muslim community in India and drawn widespread condemnation, local authorities in the northern city of Kashipur have demolished five…

Pakistan Army Kills 30 Fighters Attempting to Cross Afghan Border ————————— Pakistan’s army announced it killed 30 fighters linked to the Pakistan Taliban and its affiliates trying to cross from Afghanistan into Pakistan’s North Waziristan district, Al Jazeera reported. The…

US to Review Terrorist Designations on Syria Amid Sanctions Lift ——————————- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has pledged to review both domestic and United Nations terrorist designations related to Syria, following a phone call with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad…

Nearly 70 Dead, Over 30 Missing as Monsoon Rains Devastate Himachal Pradesh ——————————- At least 69 people have died and 31 remain missing in Himachal Pradesh, northern India, following days of heavy monsoon rains, multiple cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides,…

Over 80,000 Afghan Children Returned from Iran in June, Straining Local Services ——————————— Save the Children has reported that over 80,000 Afghan children returned from Iran to Afghanistan in June 2025, significantly increasing pressure on the country’s fragile service systems,…