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Strategies for protecting mosques in Germany discussed between government officials and directors of Islamic organizations
November 2, 2021
Strategies for protecting mosques in Germany discussed between government officials and directors of Islamic organizations
The German capital hosted the conference “Are mosques in Germany adequately protected?”, with the participation of a number of government officials and directors of Islamic organizations, to discuss methods of preserving mosques and Muslims in the country.In his speech at…
Singapore bans book about censorship for including Charlie Hebdo cartoons
November 2, 2021
Singapore bans book about censorship for including Charlie Hebdo cartoons
Singapore’s government on Monday banned a book on censorship over offensive images containing controversial cartoons depicting the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his progeny.The book, “Red Lines: Political Cartoons and the Struggle Against Censorship,” was deemed “objectionable” by…
‘We are digging our own graves,’ warns UN chief at COP26 climate summit
November 2, 2021
‘We are digging our own graves,’ warns UN chief at COP26 climate summit
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called on the world to take the issue of climate change seriously, warning participants in the COP26 conference that “we are digging our own graves.”He added that “our addiction to fossil fuels is pushing humanity…
Shia Rights Watch issues monthly report on human rights violations against Shia Muslims
November 2, 2021
Shia Rights Watch issues monthly report on human rights violations against Shia Muslims
Shia Rights Watch released its monthly report on the most prominent human rights violations committed against Shia Muslims in October 2021.The report reviewed many of the terrorist operations carried out by terrorists against Shia Muslims, as well as the repression…
Footage of burning mosques and homes of Indian Muslims fuel the anger of Muslims around the world
November 1, 2021
Footage of burning mosques and homes of Indian Muslims fuel the anger of Muslims around the world
Mosques, homes and shops of Muslims in the Indian state of Tripura were attacked and vandalized by extremist Hindu gangs.Videos circulating on social networking sites sparked a wave of anger and widespread condemnation among human rights organizations and Muslims around…
Unanimous UN resolution calls for the protection of the right to education in conflict
November 1, 2021
Unanimous UN resolution calls for the protection of the right to education in conflict
The United Nations Security Council strongly condemned the attacks on schools, teachers and children, and called on all parties involved in armed conflict to protect the right to education.A resolution adopted unanimously by the Council affirmed “the valuable role that…
India: Dozens of extremists arrested for obstructing Muslims from performing Friday prayers
November 1, 2021
India: Dozens of extremists arrested for obstructing Muslims from performing Friday prayers
Indian authorities have arrested dozens of people, most of whom belong to far-right groups, after they obstructed Muslims from performing Friday prayers.This came according to what was reported by local media, quoting a number of officials.Hindu groups have been pressing…
Mobile app to facilitate donations to mosques in France
October 31, 2021
Mobile app to facilitate donations to mosques in France
Young volunteers from French Muslims have developed an application that facilitates the process of donations to mosques, especially those facing economic problems due to the pandemic.The application, which was presented to the public in a mosque near the French capital,…
Study: More than half of Muslim students do not feel safe in California schools
October 30, 2021
Study: More than half of Muslim students do not feel safe in California schools
A survey of Muslim students in California, conducted by the Council on American-Islamic Relations, found that 56 percent of participants felt unsafe, unwelcome, or uncomfortable at school because of their religious identity.The survey of 708 students between the ages of…
The Muslim Council of Britain is sounding the alarm and taking measures to confront hate crimes
October 30, 2021
The Muslim Council of Britain is sounding the alarm and taking measures to confront hate crimes
In recent days, the Muslim Council of Britain has sounded the alarm about the security of mosques, and the need to provide more protection equipment for Muslim places of worship, after the increase in racist attacks on them.Finsbury Park Mosque…