Inside Geneva: What’s our problem with immigration?
International Geneva On Inside Geneva this week, we unpick the divisive topic of migration and asylum. Why are some countries closing their doors? This content was published on February 17, […]
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Rafiq A. Tschannen
Rafiq A. Tschannen is a Swiss national. He converted to Islam and joined the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community at the age of 16 after reading the German translation of the Holy Qur'an. He worked in 15 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Caribbean, first as Finance Director in the private industry and later as Chief Executive Officer of NGOs and International Governmental Organizations. He is now devoting his time to The Muslim Times as Editor for Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Switzerland and as Associate Chief Editor.
Spiritual unity on display as worshipers gather for iftar at the Prophet’s Mosque
Hundreds of thousands of fasting worshipers gathered to share in the iftar meal within the sacred precincts of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah. February 19, 2026 | 12:10 AM Saudi […]
How the King of Morocco saved Morocco’s Jews
“When France collapsed under Nazi invasion in 1940, the shockwaves reached far beyond Europe. Morocco, then a French protectorate, fell under the authority of the Vichy regime, which openly collaborated with Nazi Germany. Almost immediately, anti-Jewish laws followed. Rights were stripped away. Jobs were taken. Schools closed their doors. Jewish […]
Swiss Religious Leaders Stress Multifaith Cooperation
Dübendorf, Switzerland – The Zurich chapter of UPF-Switzerland, in cooperation with Women’s Federation for World Peace (WFWP), marked World Interfaith Harmony Week in Dübendorf on February 7, 2026. Representatives of diverse religious […]
A Century in Indonesia, the Ahmadiyya Community Calls for Humanitarian Solidarity
Thursday, February 12, 2026 The Indonesian Ahmadiyya Congregation held a book discussion and roadshow titled “Ahmadiyah Muslims and Indonesia: 100 Years of Diversity and Humanitarian Work” at the Remcy Hotel […]
The Significance of Ramadan
by Aizaz Ahmad Khan, Peace Village – Canada Introduction Every year, as the blessed month of Ramadan draws near, Muslims around the world await in joyous anticipation for the opportunity […]
Smart nutrition for a winter Ramadan
Smart nutrition for a winter Ramadan Nutrition and fitness specialists emphasize that gradual pre-Ramadan adjustments and the selection of digestion-friendly foods are essential for a comfortable fasting experience. (Supplied/Shutterstock) Updated […]
Israel to permit 10,000 Palestinian worshippers to Al-Aqsa in Ramadan
Israel announced it would allow 10,000 Palestinian worshippers to attend weekly prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in east Jerusalem during the holy month of Ramadan, which began Wednesday. (AFP) Updated […]
Best Duas for Ramadan: From the First Days to the Last Ten Nights
This is the month when duas for Ramadan can change your life, when every prayer, and every whispered supplication is heard by Allah. Have you ever felt the weight of […]
10 Prayers For Ramadan
Recite these prayers during Ramadan to become closer to God. History of Ramadan Ramadan – the ninth month in the Islamic calendar when Muslims fast from dawn to dusk and […]
US lawmaker Fine criticized by rights advocates, Democrats after anti-Muslim remarks
Florida’s Republican state Sen. Randy Fine speaks with the media after winning the 6th District race to replace GOP former Rep. Michael Waltz, who is now President Donald Trumpís national […]
Answers to: “Atheists Want Religious People to Answer 16 Important Questions”
Rizwan Khan – USAReligious Concepts 31st January 2026 Recently, msn.com featured 16 questions atheists want religious people to answer. Below are brief answers to all of their questions. © Shutterstock 16. Why Is […]
Different Islamic Dream interprations of seeing a fish in your dream.
There are now many different websites offering Islamic Dream Interpretations. My Islamic Dream Interpretation says: Fish Seeing sea fish covered with salt in a dream means lasting richness, because fish are preserved in salt, or it could […]
The Islamophobia Industry: How the Right Manufactures Fear of Muslims Paperback – September 18, 2012
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Canada’s national amnesia on Islamophobia
The closure of Amira Elghawaby’s anti-Islamophobia office signals a dangerous retreat from confronting anti-Muslim violence and discrimination in Canada. Last month, Canadians marked the ninth anniversary of the Quebec City mosque […]
The New Mosque in Erfurt, a Test of Tolerance for Thuringia, Eastern Germany
Christoph Strack 55 minutes ago The eastern German state of Thuringia has long been considered a hotbed of far-right extremism. There, a magnificent mosque for the Ahmadiyya Muslim minority now […]
A look at Ramadan and how Muslims observe the holy month
A man hangs decorations ahead of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan in Beirut, Lebanon, February 13, 2026. Photo by Mohamed Azakir/REUTERS A look at Ramadan and how Muslims observe […]
Nigerian Muslims look to Ramadan for peace after US strikes
People wait to receive food donations from the United Nations World Food Program in Damasak, northeastern Nigeria, Oct. 6, 2024. – https://www.africanews.com/2026/02/16/nigerian-muslims-look-to-ramadan-for-peace-after-us-strikes/?jwsource=cl By Rédaction Africanews Last updated: 11 hours ago Nigeria The northern Nigerian state where the United States staged Christmas Day air strikes targeting Islamist militants is preparing for the Muslim […]
Where Should We Look For Leadership?
Waqar Ahmad Ahmedi – UKPeople 16th February 2026 reviewofreligions.org © Shutterstock What makes a great leader? This is a question I ask my students when they learn about inspirational authority […]
Nutrition tips for Ramadan: Eat well, fast well
16th February 2026 0 Salmana Mehmood, Ghana By the grace of Allah, another month of Ramadan is here. By fasting, praying and practising kindness and charity on a personal and communal level, […]