The Islamic Golden Age: How Islam Lit Up the Medieval World
šļø Islamic History Ā· The Golden Age For roughly five centuries, the Muslim world was the beating heart of global science and learning. This is the story of the Islamic […]
From Baghdad 1258 AD to 9/11: How Muslims Lost Control of the Narrative
By: Akbar Hussaini September 9, 2026 Who Controls the Narrative? We live in an era when, not too long ago, the information, news, and entertainment we consumed were largely controlled by a handful of players, including news channels, newspapers, news agencies, and major radio stations. We had very few options beyond that […]
Arbaeen is the best opportunity to display Muslim unity and expose the crimes of global arrogance
Governor of Qom: The Governor of Qom, emphasizing that this year’s Arbaeen is not merely a pilgrimage ceremony, stated: “Today, we are in a state of war, and the best opportunity is to show our unity with the Muslims of the world in this great gathering.” Akbar Behnam-Joo, in a […]
Huge crowds fill Tehran streets for Khamenei’s funeral procession
7 hours ago David Gritten Huge crowds have lined the streets of Tehran for the funeral procession of Iran’s late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on the first day of the war with the US and Israel. Footage from Iranian state TV showed many tens of thousands […]
Unexpected Dividend: How Martyrdom of Khamenei is Reshaping Shia-Sunni Ties
ASAD MIRZA Opinion Asad Mirza Date: June 22, 2026 The assassination of the world’s most prominent Shia leader has, at least momentarily, dissolved sectarian walls erected by decades of theological […]
Muharram in Iraq: New year becomes a season of mourning
In-DepthbreakingKarbalaAshuraShia MuslimsMuharram in Iraq 2026-06-16 17:31Sharefont Shafaq News- Baghdad For much of the world, a new year carries connotations of celebration and renewal. In Iraq, the opening of the Islamic Hijri New Year, marked by the arrival of Muharram, the first month of the lunar calendar, unfolds in a different […]
Holy Shrines Prepare for Muharram Mourning Season in Iraq and Syria
June 15, 2026 Holy shrines in Kadhimiya, Karbala and Damascus have begun extensive preparations to receive mourners for Muharram. Major Shia holy shrines in Iraq and Syria have begun preparations for the month of Muharram, with maintenance, cleaning, black draping and service arrangements under way to receive millions of mourners […]
Just to recall: US āplans to attack seven Muslim statesā (2003 article)
US āplans to attack seven Muslim statesā Presidential hopeful General Wesley Clark says the White House devised a five-year plan after the 9/11 strikes to attack seven majority-Muslim countries. Published On 22 Sep 2003 A former commander of NATOās forces in Europe, Clark claims he met a senior military officer in […]
A war of choice that is spinning out of control
Osama Al-Sharif March 04, 2026 More than 72 hours after the US and Israel launched what they described as a preemptive strike against Iran, the world is waking up to […]
Iraq mosque wrecked by ISIL officially reopened after restoration
00:47 From: NewsFeed Iraq mosque wrecked by ISIL officially reopened after restoration The Great Mosque of al-Nuri and its leaning minaret have reopened in Iraq, eight years after being destroyed by […]
Kurdish scholar: The Kurds found their dignity in Islam
Speaking at the 10th annual Scholars Meeting organized by the Union of Scholars and Madrasahs (ITTIHADUL ULEMA), prominent Iraqi Kurdish scholar Dr. Imad Guwani delivered a powerful address warning that the Muslim Ummah is facing one of the most dangerous and ideologically charged eras in its modern history. The conference, […]
Arbaeen Walk: Worldās largest pilgrimage of love and devotion
TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) ā The Arbaeen Pilgrimage, marking 40 days after the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein ibn Ali (AS), draws tens of millions from around the globe, making […]
Shiite pilgrims commemorate Ashoura in Karbala, Iraq, under tight security
1 of 7 | Tens of thousands of pilgrims on Sunday to marked Ashoura, the holy day on which Shiite Muslims commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad. 2 of 7 | Ten of thousands of Shiite Muslims across the world marked Ashoura on Sunday, a solemn day […]
Fasting on Ashura in Muharram: A brief look at this historical practice
6th July 2025 M Adam Ahmad, Al Hakam Fasting on the 10th of Muharram, widely known as the day of Ashura, had a place in early Islamic history ā even before the […]
Muharram 2025: Significance of fasting on Ashura for Muslims; know details
ByTapatrisha Das Published on: Jul 05, 2025 Muharram 2025: From expressing gratitude to connecting spiritually and mourning, know the significance of fasting on Ashura for Shia and Sunni Muslims. Muharram 2025: Considered one of the holiest months of the Islamic calendar, Muharram is observed by Muslims worldwide and holds deep spiritual […]
The Tragedy of Karbala: The Ultimate Sacrifice for the Sake of Justice
MAGAZINE: EDITION AUGUST 2022Shahzad Ahmad, Zafir MalikIslam 15th August 2022 reviewofreligions.org Abbasid threshold in Karbala, IraqĀ©Shutterstock Shahzad Ahmad & Zafir Malik, UK The month of Muharram marks the first month of […]
The eternal struggle: Karbala and the triumph of conscience over cruelty
Saturday, 05 July 2025 | Hasan Khurshid John Bradshaw once said, āRebellion to tyrants is obedience to God.ā Can man stand up to these conditions? āMan can but not necessarily with easeā, […]
The Iraq play book is back for Israel’s attack on Iran. But it fools no one
Omar Suleiman 16 June 2025 We cannot let the world be dragged into another war, propped up by false pretenses and selective enforcement Smoke billows for the second day from […]
US prepares to order departure of Baghdad embassy staff
Iraqi forces stand guard in front of the US embassy in the capital Baghdad. (File/AFP) Updated 36 sec ago AP June 11, 2025 WASHINGTON: The State Department is preparing to […]
Iftar at Imam Ali Shrine in Najaf
Fasting Muslims across Iraq joined together to break their fast in the courtyard of Seyedah Fatima in Najaf, located in the shrine of Imam Ali. Every day, Imam Aliās shrine welcomes […]