Islam World

Taliban Decision on Optional Female Photos in ID Sparks Debate ……….. A new decision by Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities to make women’s photos optional on national identity cards has triggered widespread debate. Supporters argue the move aligns with cultural traditions in…

“Who is Hussein?” Charity Launches Tree-Planting Drive in Karachi ……….. The UK-based humanitarian organisation Who is Hussein? has launched a tree-planting campaign in Karachi, Pakistan, as part of its efforts to combine community service with the promotion of universal human…

Democratic Islam Conference Warns of Sectarian Divisions in Syria …………… The Democratic Islam Conference has voiced concern over the current situation in Syria, warning that growing divisions along sectarian lines threaten social stability and coexistence. Organisers described the ruling authorities…

Iraq Resumes Work on Al-Masad Dam After 11-Year Halt Amid Water Shortages …………. Iraq has resumed construction of the Al-Masad Dam in Rutba, western Anbar province, after an 11-year suspension caused by security concerns. Local officials confirmed that work is…

Lucknow Hosts International Conference Marking 1,500 Years Since Prophet Muhammad’s Blessed Birth ……………… Shia Muslims in India commemorated the 1,500th anniversary of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) with an international conference held on…

Iraq, Iran Approve Opening of Jilat Border Crossing to Boost Trade ………. Iraq has approved the opening of the Jilat border crossing with Iran, located in Dehloran district of Ilam province, raising the number of active border points between the…

Special Publication Commemorates 1,500th Anniversary of Holy Prophet’s Birth in Thailand ————————————- A special edition publication marking the 1,500th anniversary of the birth of the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his pure family) has been released in Thailand,…

Surge in Abductions of Shia Women and Youth Raises Alarm in Syria ————————————– A rising wave of abductions targeting Shia women and young men in Syria, particularly around Damascus, has sparked growing concern among families and rights groups, Shia Waves…

Environmental Crisis in Iraq: 1 Million Trees Lost in Two Years ————————– Iraq has lost one million trees in the last two years due to drought, climate change, and human activity, according to the environmental group Green Vision Iraq. The…

Supreme Court Halts Two Key Provisions of Waqf Amendment Act ————————— The Supreme Court has declined to issue a complete stay on the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, but has temporarily halted the operation of two of its key provisions. According…