On Janmashtami, One Muslim Sect Has Greetings For Followers Of Hazrat Krishna
During the inauguration of a new Ahmadiyya centre in Leicester, UK in January 1996, the fourth Caliph of the sect, Hazrat Mirza Tahir Ahmad, is reported to have made a […]
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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.
Türkiye celebrates lingering spirit of 1071 victory
by Daily Sabah ISTANBUL Aug 26, 2024 – President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan speaks at the event in Malazgirt, Muş, eastern Türkiye, Aug. 26, 2024. (AA Photo) President Erdoğan on Monday attended […]
Far-right mayor in Spain’s Catalonia fined for anti-Muslim remarks
by Daily Sabah with AA ISTANBUL Aug 26, 2024 – 11:59 pm GMT+3 Edited By Nurbanu Tanrıkulu Kızıl Monastery of Santa Maria facade in Catalonia, province of Girona, Ripoll, in this […]
US sends 500th aircraft to Israel as airlifts of weapons, equipment continue
Since October 7, the Biden administration has sent Israel over 50,000 tons of military equipment, both offensive and defensive. By YONAH JEREMY BOB AUGUST 26, 2024 The 500th aircraft in the […]
Time for US to end its ambiguity on Israel-Palestine
Chris Doyle August 26, 2024 As the Democratic National Convention wound down last week, one was left wondering if the positions of either the Biden administration or a potential Kamala Harris White House on Israel-Palestine had become any clearer. It remains a divisive issue within the party. The Palestinian issue […]
Why Israel’s Erdan wants to destroy the UN
Dr. Ramzy Baroud August 26, 2024 Departing Israeli Ambassador to the UN Gilad Erdan clearly had an unpleasant experience at the world’s largest international institution. In an interview published in the Israeli […]
Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli minister remarks on building synagogue at Al-Aqsa mosque
People perform the Friday noon prayer in front of the Dome of the Rock mosque in Old Jerusalem’s al-Aqsa mosque compound on August 2, 2024. (AFP) Updated 38 sec […]
Last two years worse in Pakistan’s economic history: Atif Mian
BR Web Desk Published August 19, 2024 Atif Mian, a noted Pakistani-American economist and currently a professor of Economics, Public Policy and Finance at Princeton University, said that Pakistan is stuck in […]
Analysis. The tide of intolerance
Analysis: The tide of intolerance Amjad Mahmood Published August 15, 2024 THE recent attempt by Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) to incite violence against the country’s top judge highlights the disturbing level of radicalisation among the Barelvis, who were once considered a peace-loving school of thought, being the followers of Sufi Islam. Emerging in 2015, the […]
Pakistan. Delayed funds…
Delayed funds Editorial Published August 26, 2024 A FRIEND in need is a friend indeed. China, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE have lived up to the adage, rescuing Pakistan multiple times in recent years by propping up its international reserves through large cash deposits and loans, as well as rolling over their […]
Message from Arbaeen Walk: The path to Al-Quds passes through Karbala
News / Viewpoint / Viewpoints Sunday, 25 August 2024 10:36 AM [ Last Update: Sunday, 25 August 2024 10:36 AM ] By Wesam Bahrani Millions of people from around the world, after walking approximately […]
Millions of Shia Muslim pilgrims gather in Iraq for Arbaeen
Pilgrims in Karbala hold up Palestinian flags amid the war in Gaza as they mark annual mourning for martyrdom of Imam Hussein. Published On 25 Aug 2024 More than 21 […]
Divine signs and the triumph of the Promised Messiah despite fierce opposition: Huzoor addresses the concluding session of Jalsa Salana Germany 2024
25th August 2024 Islamabad, Tilford, UK, 25 August 2024: At approximately 14:30 GMT, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih V, may Allah be his Helper, arrived at the Masroor Hall, […]
Israel’s annexation of the West Bank has begun
Aug 25,2024 – JORDAN TIMES / Najla M. Shahwan Israel ‘s devastating air and ground operations against Hamas in Gaza, contributed to escalating violence, destruction and related humanitarian needs in […]
Israel’s escalating fronts: The case for international intervention
Aug 26,2024 – JORDAN TIMES / Amer Al Sabaileh As ceasefire negotiations falter in Doha and Cairo, the focus in Gaza has shifted to border issues, with the most critical point being the control and supervision of the Philadelphi Corridor. Despite immense pressure on Israel to show flexibility on this […]
ICC prosecutor calls for ‘urgent’ ruling against Netanyahu and Gallant
“It is settled law that the court has jurisdiction in this situation,” claimed Karim Khan. BY JC Reporter August 25, 2024 Karim Khan KC The International Criminal Court (ICC)’s chief prosecutor […]
Friday Sermon Summary 23rd August 2024: ‘Jalsa Salana Germany – Fulfilling the Objectives Outlined by the Promised Messiah (as)’
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad – Khalifatul Masih V(aba)Jalsa Salana/Annual Conventions 23rd August 2024 After reciting Tashahhud, Ta`awwuz and Surah al-Fatihah, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba) said that today the Jalsa Salana (Annual […]
The Incomparable Divine – The Sacred Art of Islamic Calligraphy
Shazain Baig Islamic History 23rd August 2024 Introduction There is an art in the world which is unlike any other. An art form which combines aesthetics and esoteric expression. An […]
Foster taqwa to enter the invincible fortress of Allah’s protection: Huzoor’s address to Ahmadi women at Jalsa Salana Germany 2024
24th August 2024 On 24 August 2024, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih Vaa arrived at Masroor Hall shortly after 10:30 GMT to address Lajna Imaillah on the occasion of Jalsa […]
Wien Museum reveals Islamic influences in Vienna’s history
by Anadolu Agency GENEVA Aug 23, 2024 – DAILY SABAH Edited By Ayşe Sena Aykın Wien Museum’s Summer Academy highlights Islamic heritage artifacts in Vienna. (Courtesy of Wien Museum) The Wien […]