Contest Held to Select Iran’s Representatives in 7th Int’l Quran Competition for Muslim Students
IQNA – The selection stage of the 7th International Quran Competition for Muslim Students in Iran was held at the Iranian Academics’ Quranic Organization on Tuesday.
Wayne State University Systematically Silencing Muslim, Arab Voices: Advocacy Group
IQNA – Wayne State University, a public research university in Detroit, Michigan, United States, is a hostile campus for free speech as it is silencing Muslim and Arab voices.
Bulgaria’s Dar al-Ifta Launches Special Section for Women
IQNA – The Bulgarian Dar al-Ifta (House of Fatwas) announced the official opening of a special women’s section within the institution, which will work to develop issues related to women and their roles.
Hezbollah Not to Lay Down Arms, Not to Allow Israel to Freely Attack Lebanon: Sheikh Qassem
IQNA – Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem reiterated the movement’s resolve to reject calls for its disarmament.
Quranic Activities
Qari from Qom to Represent Iran in Russia’s Int’l Quran Contest
IQNA – Es’haq Abdollahi, a distinguished reciter from Qom province, will represent the Islamic Republic of Iran in the 23rd edition of Russia’s international Quran competition.
23 Aug 2025, 10:51
Political
OIC Meeting in Jeddah Underlines Collective Action to End Gaza Genocide
IQNA – An extraordinary meeting of foreign ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states began in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Monday, with the speakers emphasizing the need for collective action to help Gaza and Palestine.
25 Aug 2025, 17:32
Religious Activities
Medina Receiving Growing Number of Umrah Pilgrims
IQNA – The number of Umrah pilgrims arriving in the holy city of Medina is rising in the new Umrah season that began after the 2025 Hajj.
25 Aug 2025, 11:16
World
Pro-Palestine Rally in Danish Capital Draws Thousands
IQNA – A pro-Palestinian rally took place in Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, where more than 10,000 demonstrators called for an end to the war in Gaza and urged Denmark to recognize the state of Palestine.
25 Aug 2025, 08:33
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