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New research details finds Xinxiang-based suppliers linked to forced labor
December 7, 2022
New research details finds Xinxiang-based suppliers linked to forced labor
The new research, by Sheffield Hallam University’s Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice and NomoGaia, a nongovernmental organization, details Xinjiang’s role in the production of metals critical to auto manufacturing, including aluminum, steel, and copper, as well as the region’s…
Activists protest in Tokyo to silently highlight sufferings of China’s Uyghurs
December 7, 2022
Activists protest in Tokyo to silently highlight sufferings of China’s Uyghurs
Demonstrations have been taking place across the world over the large-scale repression of the Uyghur Muslim population living in Xinjiang by the Chinese government amounting to “crimes against humanity.” Recently, on December 3, a few activists gathered in Tokyo to…
Shirazi-affiliated foundations and centers worldwide commemorate martyrdom of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa
December 7, 2022
Shirazi-affiliated foundations and centers worldwide commemorate martyrdom of Lady Fatima al-Zahraa
Foundations and centers affiliated to the Shirazi Religious Authority in Iraq and the world have held mourning ceremonies to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima Al-Zahra (peace be upon her). The Shirazi-affiliated Fatimiya Committee in the holy city of…
The International Nonviolence Organization condemns the crime of targeting worshipers in Nigeria
December 7, 2022
The International Nonviolence Organization condemns the crime of targeting worshipers in Nigeria
The International Nonviolence Organization, Free Muslim, condemned the terrorist crime that targeted worshipers in Maigamji, Nigerian state of Katsina, calling on the authorities to shoulder their responsibilities in protecting civilians. The organization stated in a statement, of which the Shia…
Shia Waves News Agency monitors active religious activities around the world to teach children the principles of Islam
December 7, 2022
Shia Waves News Agency monitors active religious activities around the world to teach children the principles of Islam
Today, Shia Waves News Agency monitored a remarkable educational activity for a number of Islamic schools and educational centers around the world, to teach young children the principles of Islam. In Japan, the first online school to teach children the…
Nigeria: Lagos Approves Use of Hijab in All Schools
December 6, 2022
Nigeria: Lagos Approves Use of Hijab in All Schools
Following a Supreme Court decision of the 17th of June, 2022, which approved the use of Hijab head cover for Muslim girls in schools, the Lagos Government yesterday authorized the immediate implementation of the policy in all schools in the…
Uganda’s Islamic Supreme Council registers the country’s mosques to confront ISIS operations
December 6, 2022
Uganda’s Islamic Supreme Council registers the country’s mosques to confront ISIS operations
Uganda’s Islamic Supreme Council will start registering all mosques in the country. According to Hamza Mubiru, deputy director of the Muslim Affairs Office of the Muslim Supreme Council of Uganda, the Mosque Registration Scheme was introduced after the recently concluded…
The International Nonviolence Organization denounces the racist acts committed against Muslims in Sweden
December 6, 2022
The International Nonviolence Organization denounces the racist acts committed against Muslims in Sweden
The International Nonviolence Organization (Free Muslim) condemned the racist practices committed against Muslims in Sweden, expressing its strong condemnation and calling on the authorities to work to reduce these violations and punish the perpetrators. In a statement received by Shia…
“Muslims’ Love, Respect for Jesus” main theme of Mosque Open House in Virginia
December 6, 2022
“Muslims’ Love, Respect for Jesus” main theme of Mosque Open House in Virginia
The Islamic Center of Richmond in Glen Allen in Henrico County, US state of Virginia, held an open house on Saturday. The theme of the open house at the Islamic Center was ““Muslims’ Love, Respect for Jesus,” according to faith…
Juan Carlos University holds symposium on the impact of Arabic manuscripts on Spanish culture
December 6, 2022
Juan Carlos University holds symposium on the impact of Arabic manuscripts on Spanish culture
The Faculty of International Relations at the Spanish Juan Carlos University, in cooperation with the Aal al-Bayt Foundation, held a symposium entitled ‘The Impact of Arabic Manuscripts on Spanish Culture,’ with the participation of researchers, thinkers and academics. The symposium…