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Paramedics carry a Muslim pilgrim for a medical check after he fell down due to a heat stroke near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, June 16, 2024. Masses of pilgrims on Sunday embarked on a symbolic stoning of the devil in Saudi Arabia, which marks the final days of the Hajj, or Islamic pilgrimage, and the start of the Eid al-Adha celebrations for Muslims around the world. Rafiq Maqbool/AP hide caption toggle caption Rafiq Maqbool/AP MINA, Saudi Arabia — Masses of pilgrims on Sunday embarked on a symbolic stoning of the devil in Saudi Arabia under…
The Leiden University Centre for Islamic Thought and History (LUCITH) is hosting a two-day in-person conference on the topic of monotheism in medieval Islamic thought. Organiser: Leiden University Centre for Islamic Thought and History (LUCITH)Conference Date: 3-5 February 2025Conference Location: Leiden University, Leiden, The NetherlandsAbstract Deadline: 31st of October 2024Although Islamic theology is famous for its radical emphasis on monotheism, the study of the historical, scriptural, theological, philosophical, mystical, and ideological conceptualizations of monotheism within Islamic thought has been surprisingly lacking. Although many studies have been written on how different Muslim thinkers have discussed divine nature, essence and attributes, few…
Doha, June 17 (QNA) – Experts and researchers in the field of religions have emphasized that the culture of tolerance is deeply rooted in the essence of Islamic Sharia. They noted that the practical implementation of this principle by Muslims since the advent of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) has reinforced tolerance, promoting coexistence among people regardless of their diverse beliefs and ideas. In statements to the Qatar News Agency (QNA) on the occasion of the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, which is observed annually on June 18, the experts stressed that tolerance is a fundamental principle…
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Muslims in Asia on Monday celebrated Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, with food and prayers for people in Gaza suffering from the Israel-Hamas war.One of the biggest Islamic holidays, the occasion commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s test of faith through slaughtering livestock and animals and distributing the meat to the poor. It’s a joyous occasion for which food is a hallmark where devout Muslims buy and slaughter animals and share two-thirds of the meat with the poor and it’s a revered observance that coincides with the final rites of the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.Much of Asia,…
The Spanish Civil Guard operation was in cooperation with Europol and the FBI Earlier this season Champions League games were threatened by Islamic State LISTEN to It’s All Kicking Off! How Kylian Mbappe has shown ‘astounding’ leadership Islamic State terrorists were ordered to shoot at Real Madrid players, according to reports from Spain after the Civil Guard dismantled one of the organisation’s propaganda centres. According to Spanish outlet El Confidencial, the self-styled I’lam Foundation – one of the biggest Propaganda sources connected with Islamic State – was taken down by the Spanish Civil Guard Information Service.The report claims that the operation uncovered a…
Islamic State prisoners who took two guards hostage in a Russian jail have been killed and their captives freed, officials said on Sunday.Authorities in the southern Rostov region said they had brought the siege to a swift end, killing the hostage-takers. The prison guards were unharmed, they added.The prison service had earlier reported that the two guards had been taken hostage by an unspecified number of Islamic State detainees at Rostov’s Detention Centre 1, and that negotiations were going on.But a short time later, it issued a statement: “During a special operation … the criminals were liquidated and the employees…
Unleashing the Potential of Islamic Finance: Global Perspectives on Achieving the SDGs with Islamic Finance Tools & Concepts, a new report from the International Federation of Accountants, Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and the World Bank Group Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Finance Hub in Malaysia (World Bank) looks at the opportunities presented by Islamic finance, practical examples of its usage from Malaysia, and future pathways towards addressing challenges and unlocking the full potential of Islamic finance to support the SDGs. The report was released at the ‘Innovation in Sustainable Development: Islamic Finance Paving the Way’ event hosted by MIA in Kuala Lumpur featuring a keynote…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke by phone with the leaders of several Muslim countries, whom he congratulated on the holiday of Kurban Bayram, expressing hope for peace in the Islamic world and emphasizing the importance of the unity of all Muslims, Anadolu Agency reported, quoted by BTA. The Islamic world is celebrating Eid al-Adha with sadness because of Israel’s oppression in Gaza, Erdogan told Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif yesterday, on the first day of the holiday. The Turkish leader spoke on the phone with Sharif to convey Eid al-Fitr greetings to him and the Pakistani people, the social…
Images generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) have revolutionized architectural design processes, offering architects the ability to produce highly sophisticated and imaginative designs.However, in spheres immersed with culture, sensitivity and religion as in the case of Islamic architecture, AI-generated depictions usually fail to correctly present the nuanced understanding of historical Islamic elements and their interpretations, according to a new research published in the journal Buildings.”In recent years, the widespread adoption of AI-image generators like Stable Diffusion and Midjourney have revolutionized architectural design processes, offering architects the ability to produce sophisticated and imaginative designs,” says the research’s main author Dr. Ahmad W.…
By Darya Tarasova and Alex Stambaugh, CNN (CNN) — Two employees of a pre-trial detention center in the southern Russian city of Rostov-on-Don have been rescued after they were held hostage by six detainees in the facility for several hours on Sunday morning, according to Russian state media. The Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia in the Rostov region said the detainees were “eliminated” and the employees who were held were released without any injury, state news agency RIA Novosti reported. Earlier, Russian state news agency TASS reported that some of the detainees involved were being held in pre-trial detention for cases of terrorist crimes and have links to the Islamic…
Russian special forces freed two prison guards and shot dead six inmates linked to the Islamic State militant group who had taken them hostage at a detention centre in the southern city of Rostov on Sunday, Russian media said.State media said that some of the men had been convicted of terrorism offences and were accused of affiliation with the Islamic State militant group, which claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall in March.The six hostage takers, one of whom wore a headband with the flag used by the Islamic State that bears an Arabic inscription, knocked…
Eid-ul-Adha is a very auspicious festival celebrated across the world by Muslims on the 10th of Dhu-al-Hijjah of the Islamic calendar. Here are the 50 best wishes, messages and quotesHappy Eid-ul-Adha 2024Sudeep Singh Rawat New Delhi Eid-ul-Adha, which is also known as Bakrid, is celebrated every year by Muslims across the world. On this special day, friends meet and enjoy meals like mutton biryani and kheer. This holy festival is celebrated every year on the 10th of Dhu-al-Hijjah of the Islamic calendar. This day celebrates the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim to Allah, who was about to sacrifice his son Ismail…
Books and notes of the Islamic State suspects arrested in Bishkek region (Credits: State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan – Instagram Account) Geopolitical Report ISSN 2785-2598 Volume 43 Issue 5SpecialEurasia OSINT Team Executive Summary Kyrgyzstan faced a significant terrorism risk stemming from the activities of radical groups linked to international terrorist organisations, such as the Islamic State. Recent counter-terrorism operation near Bishkek highlighted both the active recruitment efforts targeting Kyrgyz youth and the nation’s challenges in addressing these threats effectively. This report analyses the current terrorism risk in Kyrgyzstan, considering recent incidents, underlying factors, and the efficacy of the…
GAZA: Israel struck Gaza on Monday and witnesses reported blasts in the besieged territory’s south, but fighting has largely subsided after a day of relative calm and as Muslims marked Eid Al-Adha. In a holiday message late Sunday, US President Joe Biden called for the implementation of a ceasefire plan he outlined last month, saying it was “the best way to end the violence in Gaza” and to help civilians suffering “the horrors of the war between Hamas and Israel.” A daytime “pause” for aid deliveries announced at the weekend by Israel’s military around a southern Gaza route appeared…
Iran’s acting foreign minister Ali Bagheri Kani is seeking an alliance of Islamic countries to “exert pressure” on Israel, the Iranian state media IRNA reported on June 17. The report is part of a larger series of moves by the foreign minister and also the Iranian foreign ministry against Israel. “Bagheri Kani spoke with his Afghan counterpart Amir Khan Muttaqi on the phone on Sunday, with the two discussing relations between Iran and Afghanistan, as well as the situation in war-ravaged Gaza,” the report said.Afghanistan is not that important in terms of any role it might have against Israel.…
WARNING: This story contains discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of self-harm, see the end of this story for resources.The death of a youth on one of the most important religious holidays for Muslims has members of Winnipeg’s Islamic community calling for more mental health supports.Winnipeg police said they responded to a call involving a man in distress with self-inflicted injuries at the Waverley Grand Mosque Saturday afternoon.Hakim Ghulam, a board member at the Manitoba Islamic Association, told CBC News on Sunday that the youth self-immolated sometime after afternoon prayers. He died later that night, Ghulam said.”It’s a…
Russian special forces freed two prison guards and shot dead six inmates linked to the Islamic State militant group who had taken them hostage at a detention centre in the southern city of Rostov on Sunday (16 June), Russian media said. State media said that some of the men had been convicted of terrorism offences and were accused of affiliation with the Islamic State militant group, which claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall in March. The six hostage takers, one of whom wore a headband with the flag used by the Islamic State that bears…
Russian special forces freed two prison guards and shot dead six inmates linked to the Islamic State militant group who had taken them hostage at a detention centre in the southern city of Rostov on Sunday (16 June), Russian media said. State media said that some of the men had been convicted of terrorism offences and were accused of affiliation with the Islamic State militant group, which claimed responsibility for a deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall in March. The six hostage takers, one of whom wore a headband with the flag used by the Islamic State that bears…
Pattani Central Mosque, image courtesy of Thailand Tourism Directory A delegation of ambassadors from eight Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries recently visited Thailand’s southern border provinces, aiming to understand the region’s multicultural society and assess potential areas for trade, investment, tourism, and education. The delegation included ambassadors from Brunei, Egypt, and Iran, along with chargés d’affaires from Malaysia, Nigeria, and the Maldives. Deputy chiefs of mission from Indonesia and Uzbekistan, and Thai ambassadors to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, and Turkey also joined the visit. The OIC, comprising 57 member states, represents a significant international presence. The…
GAZA: Israel struck Gaza on Monday and witnesses reported blasts in the besieged territory’s south, but fighting has largely subsided after a day of relative calm and as Muslims marked Eid Al-Adha.In a holiday message late Sunday, US President Joe Biden called for the implementation of a ceasefire plan he outlined last month, saying it was “the best way to end the violence in Gaza” and to help civilians suffering “the horrors of the war between Hamas and Israel.”A daytime “pause” for aid deliveries announced at the weekend by Israel’s military around a southern Gaza route appeared to be holding,…
Hordes of pilgrims embarked on a symbolic stoning of the Devil in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, the ritual marking the final days of the Hajj, or Islamic pilgrimage, and the start of the Eid al-Adha celebrations for Muslims around the world.The stoning is among the final rites of the Hajj, which is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.It came a day after more than 1.8 million pilgrims congregated at a sacred hill, known as Mount Ararat, outside the holy city of Mecca, which Muslim pilgrims visit to perform the annual five-day rituals of Hajj.Fourteen Jordanian pilgrims have died from…
The prison administration specifies that the agents were not injured during the special operation. Published on 06/16/2024 1:45 p.m. Update on 06/16/2024 3:32 p.m. Reading time: 1 min Two prison officers were taken hostage by members of the jihadist organization Islamic State in a detention center in the Rostov region (Russia), on June 16, 2024. (GOOGLE MAPS) Several members of the Islamic State group were “neutralized” in a Russian prison, according to the authorities, after taking two prison officers hostage, Sunday June 16. “The employees who were taken hostage were released and were not injured”, specified the prison services, in…
Getty Images – STOCK(SOMALIA) — A United States military airstrike in Somalia targeted the top Islamic State leader in late May, but it remains unclear if the leader was killed in the airstrike, according to U.S. officials. Abdulqadir Mumin has been identified by the U.S. as the head of the Islamic State in Somalia, an African affiliate of the terror group once known as ISIS. A statement from U.S. Africa Command disclosed that on May 31 it had conducted an airstrike in a remote area of northeastern Somalia, south of the Gulf of Aden, that killed three militants affiliated with the Islamic State. The statement did…
The event is organized by the Philippine Department of Tourism to promote Halal-certified and Muslim-friendly tourism products and services. Tourism is a major sector in the Philippines, and its government has recently been trying to attract more Muslim visitors by ensuring they have access to halal goods and services. The three-day event, launched in Quezon City, is the first expo hosted entirely by the tourism industry and aims to expand the Philippines’ “halal tourism offerings, ensuring it maintains its reputation for hospitality, inclusiveness and cultural sensitivity. ” said Tourism Secretary Cristina Frasco during the introduction. “In conjunction with our National…
MALAYSIANS had the chance to learn about Tatar culture and their Islamic heritage at the Russian Kazan International Muslim Film Festival. Kazan is the capital of Tatarstan in Russia. The three-day event took place at the Raja Tun Uda Library in Shah Alam, Selangor. It was jointly organised by Selangor Public Library Corporation (PPAS) and International Institute of Advanced Islamic Studies (IAIS). The festival, which was free to the public, featured five films, including an animation and two documentaries. It was held to recognise and showcase films that promote human, spiritual and moral values. The festival also aimed to challenge…