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Maulana Khalid Rasheed with Arya samaj leader swami Agnivesh at the interfaith meet Lucknow In a rare ‘green’ gesture, an Islamic seminary in Lucknow has issued a fatwa (an edict by a recognized religious authority on a point of Islamic law) asking people not to cut trees and burn crops as part of initiatives to curb global warming. The ‘advisory’ has been issued by the Islamic Centre of India (ICI), on a clarification sought by one Mohammad Tarique Khan given soaring temperatures. “According to the Quran, it is the religious duty of Muslims to protect greenery,…

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The French National Anti-Terrorist Prosecutor’s Office took over the investigation this Friday into the murder of a police officer near Paris, who died shortly after being stabbed.Judicial sources indicated that the investigation has been opened for the murder of a person holding public authority in relation to a terrorist organization and for terrorist association.The events took place around 14.30:12.30 p.m. (50:XNUMX GMT) at the Rambouillet police station, about XNUMX kilometers southwest of the capital, and his attacker, a Tunisian national, according to the media, also died as a result of the shots received when he was arrested. .The national anti-terrorist…

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St. Catherine’s Monastery Photo: Berthold Werner Wikimedia CC BY-SA 3.0The Islamic State (IS) terrorist group claimed responsibility for the shooting attack on a highway checkpoint near the famous St. Catherine’s Monastery, in which at least one police officer was killed and three others were wounded.The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack through a statement released by the Amaq agency, linked to the jihadists.The Police stated that a group of armed men fired from the top of a mountain at the security post.After the attack, a shootout broke out between the members of the checkpoint and the assailants, who ended…

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KANGAR: The growing Islamic financial ecosystem in Malaysia has the potential to attract more investments, not only from Islamic countries but also from investors who prioritise ethical principles and social responsibility. Associate Prof Dr Mohd Zukime Mat Junoh, senior lecturer at the Faculty of Business and Communication, Universiti Malaysia Perlis, said that one of the attractions of the Islamic financial system is its adherence to syariah requirements, transparency, and ethics, as well as its diversified investments. He said investors from Islamic countries seek investment opportunities that comply with syariah principles, and the developing Islamic finance sector offers various products and…

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The Islamic State (IS) carried out 1.112 suicide attacks in Syria and Iraq throughout 2016, according to the agency close to the terrorist group, Amaq.In an infographic disseminated through Instagram, the agency indicated that the majority of attacks of this type were carried out with vehicles loaded with explosives.In total, 815 suicide bombers from the jihadist group used this system to attack the different groups fighting the Islamic State in both countries, where the Islamic State group proclaimed itself a caliphate in 2014.Senior commanders of the Iraqi forces have recognized on numerous occasions that car bombs and suicide bombers in…

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Seyyed Hasssan Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Republic has said that the Western countries, which are main backers of Israel, doesn۰۳۹;t understand any language except force. The grandson of the late founder of the Islamic Republic made remarks on the sidelines of the summit which was held in the Iranian capital Tehran to highlight the plight of the besieged Palestinian territory.  The sumit was attended by hundreds of foreign guests attending ۳۵th passing anniversary of Imam Khomeini.  One of the most significant outcome of al-Aqsa storm was that the issue went even beyond religious and became human, Ayatollah…

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The jihadist group Islamic State (IS) today claimed responsibility for the series of attacks against churches and luxury hotels on Easter Sunday in Sri Lanka, which caused the death of more than 320 people and injured more than 500, according to the latest count from the country’s authorities.A statement from the Islamic State disseminated through the Telegram messaging network, whose authenticity could not be verified, stated that seven terrorists committed the attacks that, according to the extremist group, left nearly 350 dead and 650 injured, including three members. of the Sri Lankan security forces.The note, headed by the Islamic State…

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Lucknow: In a rare ‘green’ gesture, a Lucknow-based Islamic seminary has issued a fatwa (an edict by a recognized religious authority on a point of Islamic law) asking people not to cut trees and burn crops as part of initiatives to curb global warming.The ‘advisory’, issued three days ahead of World Environment Day (June 5), has been issued by Islamic Centre of India, on a clarification sought by one Mohammad Tarique Khan in view of soaring temperatures. “According to Quran, it is the religious duty of Muslims to protect greenery, save water and avoid wastage. Every Muslim must ensure no…

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has said that more Shariah-compliant banks are coming due to the benefits the sector has brought to the nation’s economy and citizens. This was revealed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, at a reception in honour of the newly appointed Secretary-General, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Arbitration Centre (OIC-AC), Dr Umar Oseni, organised by his (Oseni) mentees led by Hajia Rahmah Aderinoye. Cardoso, who was represented at the event by the Director of Legal Services, CBN, Kofo Salam-Alada, said those who thought that the idea of introducing Shariah-compliant banks was to…

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Afghan Voice Agency (AVA) – Monitoring: The resistance group made the remarks in a statement on Saturday, a day after Biden said Israel has offered a “roadmap” to end its nearly eight-month genocidal war against Palestinians in Gaza. “We are skeptical about what the US president said. These statements are as if the US government has changed its position; While the White House’s full support of the Zionist regime and covering up its crimes and participating in Tel Aviv ‘s aggression against our nation by providing arms and all means of destruction is still clear,” it said. The Islamic Jihad…

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(MENAFN- Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)) KUWAIT, June 2 (KUNA) — The 12th session of the Islamic conference of tourism Ministers was held in Khiva, Uzbekistan, on Sunday, under the slogan (Developing Tourism sustainably and flexibly), with the participation of the representative of the Minister of Information and Culture, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, and Undersecretary of the Ministry of Information, Dr. Nasser Muhaisen.In a press statement, the Ministry of Information said that Muhaisen affirmed Kuwait’s support for the efforts of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation in all fields, including promoting tourism in the Islamic world.He added that…

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12th Session of the Islamic Conference of Tourism Ministers (12th ICTM) The 12th Session of the Islamic Conference of Tourism Ministers (12th ICTM), convened in Khiva, Uzbekistan, concluded with the announcement of the OIC Cities of Tourism for the upcoming years. Dakar, Senegal, Cairo, Egypt, and Lahore, Pakistan, have been selected as the OIC Cities of Tourism for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively. The Conference applauded the detailed plans outlined by relevant OIC institutions for the celebration of Khiva as the OIC City of Tourism for 2024. It urged member states to actively engage in the various activities planned for…

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By Nurrul Huda Ahmad Lutfi KANGAR, June 2 (Bernama) — The growing Islamic financial ecosystem in Malaysia has the potential to attract more investments, not only from Islamic countries but also from investors who prioritise ethical principles and social responsibility. Associate Professor Dr Mohd Zukime Mat Junoh, senior lecturer at the Faculty of Business and Communication, Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), said that one of the attractions of the Islamic financial system is its adherence to Shariah requirements, transparency, and ethics, as well as its diversified investments. He said investors from Islamic countries seek investment opportunities that comply with Shariah principles, and the developing…

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Doha, June 02 (QNA) – Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) won the “Excellence in Islamic Digital Banking” global award at the prestigious The Banker Islamic Banking Awards 2024. This accolade highlights QIB’s excellent performance in delivering retail and corporate banking products and services, emphasizing the bank’s commitment to customer convenience and enhancing the user experience through cutting-edge digital tools. QIB’s win represents an important milestone, marking the first time the bank has clinched a global accolade from The Banker, one of the world’s leading financial publications, part of Financial Times Group. QIB Group CEO, Bassel Gamal commented saying: “We are pleased…

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Sheikh Aminu Sufi, the leader of the Tijaniyya Sufi Movement in the state, on Saturday, lauded Aliyu for what he described as an invaluable gesture to the religious groups. Sufi, who spoke on behalf of the benefiting groups, expressed excitement over the gesture, which he said would enhance their activities across the state and beyond. He said the effort was a replica of the gestures enjoyed during the tenure of the former Governor of the state, Senator Aliyu Wamakko. Sufi said, ”These efforts have demonstrated Gov. Aliyu’s commitment to religious advancement and educating people on religious rituals.” According to him,…

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By: Jane Bautista – 23 hours ago Tourism Sec. Christina Frasco —official Facebook page of Christina Frasco MANILA, Philippines — For the second straight year, a global travel index has recognized the Philippines as an “Emerging Muslim-friendly destination” among nonmembers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the Department of Tourism (DOT) said on Saturday. Based on the 2024 results of the Mastercard-CrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index—an annual report benchmarking destinations in the Muslim travel market—the Philippines managed to develop initiatives such as including halal food and integrating Muslim-friendly amenities at…

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Hundreds of Muslims gathered for the Eid al-Adha prayer service at Overpeck County Park in Ridgefield Park, NJ on Wednesday June 28, 2023. Eid al-Adha is the Feast of Sacrifice for when Ibrahim/Abraham was asked by God to sacrifice his son.An important festival for followers of Islam is coming up, one commemorating sacrifice and representing a time of prayer and gathering with family and friends.The second major festival in Islam, Eid al-Adha, is expected to take place in June. Because Muslim holidays and festivals are dictated by the Islamic calendar, which is a 12-month lunar calendar in which each month…

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In the war between Hamas and Israel, many of those chanting for Palestine to be “free” do not know what a “Free Palestine” would look like if Hamas wins the war.  The Hamas Charter calls for continuous war until the land from the “river to the sea” is “free.” By “free” they mean under the control of an Islamic theocracy. A “Free Palestine,” despite what college students wish for, means an Islamic theocracy, as exists now in Gaza, replaces a democratic nation. This means an end to LGBT rights, subjugation of women, and oppression or murder of anyone (Muslim, Christian, Jew, etc.)…

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Islamic Jihad personnel with an anti-tank missilePalestinian Islamic Jihad is seeking to carry out a series of attacks against Israel in the coming hours or days, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have warned. The terrorists’ objective would be to spoil the important progress that has been made towards a ceasefire understanding between Israel and Hamas, through the mediation of Egypt and the UN.Israeli security officials detected in recent hours unusual activity by members of the military wing of Islamic Jihad in several locations along the border fence between Israel and Gaza. The activity could include launching a Russian-made Kornet anti-tank…

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Iran presidential polls June 28 FE Team | Published: June 02, 2024 21:19:03 TEHRAN, June 02 (AFP): Iran’s hardline former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Sunday registered his candidacy for a presidential election this month, state media reported.The Islamic republic goes to the polls on June 28 to replace ultraconservative president Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash on May 19.Ahmadinejad, 67, held the post for two straight terms from 2005 to 2013, a period marked by a standoff with the West especially over Iran’s nuclear programme and his incendiary remarks on Israel.Like all presidential hopefuls, his bid is pending…

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The leader of the Islamic State (IS), Abu Bakr al Baghdadi, called on his followers to continue the fight in the first message released by the jihadist group attributed to its highest leader in almost a year and at a time when the organization It has lost almost all its power in Iraq and Syria.«If the faithful abandon their religion, their patience and the jihad against the enemy, they will be defeated. Those who keep the faith are the ones who will succeed. The only way to prove this faith is with the fight,” Al Baghdadi said in a 54-minute…

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In the presence of Dr. Mohammad Mehdi Tehranchi, Chancellor of Islamic Azad University, and Mahmoud Khosravi Vafa, President of the National Olympic Committee, a cooperation memorandum was signed by the parties. Iran NOC; Tehran: This MOU was signed and concluded considering the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Bangkok-Chonburi Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games, Harbin Winter Olympic Games, Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games and Riyadh Islamic Solidarity Games in current year and also in the future in order to increase cooperation and sports, educational interactions, the use of facilities, sports, medicine and training and camp centers of Islamic…

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Lucknow, June 02: Emphasising the Shariat’s stance on global warming, the Lucknow Eidgah Imam, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, has said that it is the obligation of Muslims to safeguard the planet and its creations.The Imam has issued a significant statement regarding Islamic guidelines and environmental responsibility.A recent interaction at Darul Uloom Firangi Mahal sparked this discussion, where a social activist presented a questionnaire concerning Islamic Shariat’s stance on global warming and related issues, he said.In response, Darul Uloom Firangi Mahal emphasized the fundamental Islamic principle of stewardship over the Earth, highlighting the obligation for humans to safeguard the planet…

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By Boaz ShapiraDuring the interview, which addressed several topics related to the situation of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank, we found some interesting comments that are worth mentioning.First, Nahala headed to the “Joint Operations Room” of the Palestinian terrorist organization. She maintained that it is an expression of the coordination between the different organizations on the battlefield in terms of coordinating objectives, launching missiles, defining combat sectors, mutual support and other tasks. Nahala then stated that there is no need to exaggerate the importance and activity of this room as it is simply a coordination tool and nothing…

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By Jonathan Spyer Ali Ramzi al Aswad, a high-ranking member of the Al Quds Brigades, the armed wing of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement, was shot dead on Sunday, March 19, in the Qudsaya area of ​​Damascus. According to a report by the pro-Hezbollah and pro-Assad Lebanese newspaper, al Akhbar, unidentified attackers fired more than 30 shots with automatic weapons at al Aswad, while the Islamic Jihad operative walked from his home to his car. Al Akhbar and other regional media outlets immediately assumed that Israel was responsible for his death.An editorial in al Akhbar, published on March 20, sought to…

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