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U.N. aid chief raises women’s rights concerns with Taliban in Afghan capital
January 24, 2023
U.N. aid chief raises women’s rights concerns with Taliban in Afghan capital
The United Nations’ aid chief visited Kabul on Monday and raised concerns over women’s education and work with the Taliban administration’s acting minister of foreign affairs, an Afghan ministry statement said. The Taliban-run administration last month ordered NGOs not to…
“Vision of Holy Karbala 2030 – 50 Million Pilgrims in Arbaeen” discussed at Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation
January 24, 2023
“Vision of Holy Karbala 2030 – 50 Million Pilgrims in Arbaeen” discussed at Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation
Misbah Al-Hussein Foundation for Relief and Development, which is affiliated with the Office of the Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq Al-Husseini Al-Shirazi, continues to hold its discussion meetings with a number of specialists about its new project (Vision…
Shias worldwide rejoice the birth anniversary of Imam Muhammad Al-Baqir (peace be upon him)
January 24, 2023
Shias worldwide rejoice the birth anniversary of Imam Muhammad Al-Baqir (peace be upon him)
The first of the blessed month of Rajab marks the birth anniversary of Imam Muhammad Al-Baqir (peace be upon him). Ahlulbayt lovers around the world celebrate this auspicious occasion in mosques, Islamic centers and Husseiniyahs. The Holy Shrines in Iraq…
As ongoing economic crisis deepens, thousands of Pakistanis are losing jobs
January 23, 2023
As ongoing economic crisis deepens, thousands of Pakistanis are losing jobs
Every day thousands of Pakistanis are losing jobs as the ongoing economic crisis deepens further. Just how many millions will become jobless in 2023? Estimates vary. But given the current pace of business closures, temporary shutdowns, and planned reduction in…
Burning copy of Holy Qu’ran draws wide condemnation in Arab and Islamic world
January 23, 2023
Burning copy of Holy Qu’ran draws wide condemnation in Arab and Islamic world
A wave of strong fury and denunciation has swept the Arab and Islamic world after the far-right member in Sweden, Hard Line. Paludan, burned a copy of the Holy Qu’ran in front of the Turkish Embassy in Stockholm, in a…
Member of the European Parliament calls for special tribunal to punish US for its crimes in Iraq and Syria
January 23, 2023
Member of the European Parliament calls for special tribunal to punish US for its crimes in Iraq and Syria
The Member of the European Parliament, the head of the Czech Moravian party, Katerjina Konicna, called for setting up a special tribunal for war crimes committed by the United States in Iraq, Syria, Libya, Yemen and other countries. Konichna stressed,…
Shia followers of Ahlulbayet begin their walk towards Samarra to commemorate martyrdom of Imam Ali al-Hadi
January 23, 2023
Shia followers of Ahlulbayet begin their walk towards Samarra to commemorate martyrdom of Imam Ali al-Hadi
Large crowds of pilgrims from various Iraqi provinces continue their march on foot towards the holy city of Samarra, to commemorate the tragedy of the martyrdom of Imam Ali Al-Hadi (peace be upon him) at his pure shrine. A few…
Shia followers of AhlulBayt commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Sayyid Muhammad Saba Al-Dujail
January 22, 2023
Shia followers of AhlulBayt commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Sayyid Muhammad Saba Al-Dujail
Shia followers of Ahl al-Bayt worldwide commemorated – today Sunday – the martyrdom anniversary of Sayyed Muhammad Ibn Imam Ali al-Hadi, peace be upon them both, known as Saba’ al-Dujail, recalling his great roles in the defense of the Imamate.…
With a capacity of 5000 students, Imam Hussein Holy Shrine completes largest orphan school project
January 22, 2023
With a capacity of 5000 students, Imam Hussein Holy Shrine completes largest orphan school project
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine has announced the completion of the construction of six schools dedicated for orphan students. The total capacity of these is schools is 5000 students and are constructed in accordance with British designs and will be equipped…
Afghanistan: Collapse of legal system is ‘human rights catastrophe’, UN says
January 22, 2023
Afghanistan: Collapse of legal system is ‘human rights catastrophe’, UN says
“Lawyers, judges, prosecutors and other actors involved with the legal system in Afghanistan face grave risks to their safety, and those still practicing must navigate a deeply challenging, non-independent legal system”, UN Special Rapporteurs Margaret Satterthwaite, on the independence of…