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Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank are marking a sombre Eid al-Adha as the Israeli military continues its deadly attacks more than eight months after the start of the war.

Eid Al-Adha, also called Yawm al-Nahr (the Day of Sacrifice), is considered by some scholars to be the greatest day of the year. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The greatest day in the sight of Allah, may He be blessed and exalted, is the Day of Sacrifice, then the Day of Rest" (Ahmad)​

The Day of Arafah holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims worldwide, marked by profound spirituality and reflection. Falling on the ninth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, it is a day enveloped in the immense mercy and forgiveness of Allah. This day stands out not only for its significance in the Islamic...

In the heart of the holiest sanctuary on Earth lies a stone of profound significance, revered by millions of believers. This stone, known as Maqam Ibrahim, stands as a testament to the unwavering faith and dedication of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) - عليه السلام - as he and his son Ismail (Ishmael) - عليه...

Discover the profound legacy of Zamzam, the sacred well that has quenched the thirst of countless generations and stands as a testament to faith and divine providence. In our article, "Zamzam, the Eternal Blessing: Historical, Physical, and Spiritual Features," we delve into the rich history, remarkable...

The Black Stone (Hajar Al-Aswad) is a revered stone from paradise, brought down by the angel Jibreel (Gabriel) to become the most honored part of the Kaaba. Abdullah ibn Abbas narrated that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "The Black Stone descended from Paradise" (Tirmidhi).

"Labbaik Allahumma labbaik, labbaik la sharika laka labbaik, innal hamda wannimata laka wal mulk, la sharika lak." These are the words we repeatedly hear as the guests of Allah perform the acts of Hajj. This is known as Talbiyah. Linguistically, as mentioned in "Lisan al-Arab" by Ibn Manzur, Talbiyah...

From the moment Allah commanded His beloved Ibrahim (peace be upon him) to call humanity to the sacred pilgrimage, hearts have yearned for the sanctity of this revered house. Year after year, throngs of devoted souls from every corner of the globe have answered this divine summons, journeying to the...

A coalition of 48 civil society organizations worldwide has issued a statement condemning the hate speech targeting the Muslim community by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top leaders of his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) during the parliamentary elections set to conclude on June 4th.

Tuesday, May 28, 9 AM GMT, Malaysian governmental organization IKIM (Institute of Islamic Understanding in Malaysia) Chairman Prof. Dato’ Dr. Muhammad Nur Manuty launched a textbook teaching English with an Islamic perspective at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair located in the World Trade Centre,...

As Israeli troops continue their ground offensive in the heavily populated city of Rafah in the Gaza Strip, the campaign with the slogan "All Eyes on Rafah" has gained significant momentum. This slogan has resonated particularly in Western Europe, Australia, and India, calling for global awareness of...

In a covert investigation by Sky News into the effects of China's "Sinicization" policy on its Muslim population, startling revelations have emerged from the heart of the country's central provinces. Operating under a cloak of secrecy due to the risks posed by the authoritarian regime, Sky News reporters...

In an escalation of tensions, Israel ordered the closure of the local offices of Qatar’s Al Jazeera news network, amidst ongoing conflict and ceasefire negotiations with Hamas. This unprecedented move, including the confiscation of broadcast equipment and blocking of the channel's reports and websites,...

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) administration stirred controversy by canceling an event featuring United States Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, after facing vehement protests from students. The cancellation came in response to student objections over the US's involvement in the Gaza conflict,...

Palestinian author Basim Khandaqji has been imprisoned by Israel since 2004, where he wrote novels that had to be smuggled from behind bars to be published.