Top Shia Cleric Gives Special Recommendations to Arbaeen Pilgrims
IQNA – Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani called on Arbaeen pilgrims to uphold timely prayer, heartfelt sincerity, and dignified modesty during their sacred journey—key pillars he says ensure spiritual acceptance...
Sydney Council Rejects Lakemba Mosque Adhan Proposal, Community Vows to Revise Plan
IQNA – A proposal to broadcast the Muslim call to prayer once a week from Lakemba Mosque has been turned down by the local council, but community leaders say they remain committed to finding a way forward.
Reciting Quran on Arbaeen Route ‘Unmatched,’ Says Qari
IQNA – Iranian qari Hamidreza Amadi-Vafa says reciting the Quran along the route from Najaf to Karbala during Arbaeen creates a spiritual atmosphere unmatched at other times of the year.
Police Investigate Reported Anti-Muslim Harassment Outside Stamford Mosque
IQNA – Police in Stamford, Connecticut, are investigating reports of a man making derogatory remarks toward worshippers outside a local mosque, with Muslim rights advocates calling for the incident to...
Quranic Activities
2025 Mecca Int’l Quran Contest: Day 3 Features 18 Contestants
IQNA – The 45th edition of the international Quran competition underway in Mecca continued at the Grand Mosque on Monday, with 18 contestants showcasing their Quranic talents.
12 Aug 2025, 08:50
Political
Gaza, West Bank Annexation Will Not Be Accepted by Spain, EU, FM Says
IQNA – Any unilateral annexation of the Gaza Strip or the West Bank by Israel will be opposed by Spain and the European Union, the Spanish foreign minister said on Monday.
11 Aug 2025, 16:00
Religious Activities
Tehran Municipality Preparing for ‘Left behind’ Arbaeen Procession
IQNA – An official announced the full readiness of the Tehran Municipality to hold the “Left Behind” Arbaeen procession in Tehran.
11 Aug 2025, 21:13
World
Dutch Muslim Groups Accuse Geert Wilders of Hate Speech in Election Post
IQNA – A criminal complaint has been filed by 14 Islamic groups in the Netherlands against far-right anti-Muslim politician Geert Wilders.
12 Aug 2025, 12:27
