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Scholar Outlines Six Conditions for an Influential Quran Translation

IQNA – A prominent Quran translator says clarity, accessibility, and scholarly depth are essential for any translation of the Quran to resonate with modern audiences.

Minister Describes Hafez as Essence of Islamic-Iranian Spirituality

IQNA – Iran’s culture minister says the poetry of Hafez reflects the deep link between Islamic teachings and Iranian spirituality, calling his Divan “the essence of Iranian-Islamic mysticism.”

330 Finalists to Compete in Iran’s 48th National Quran Competition in Sanandaj

IQNA – The 48th National Holy Quran Competition of Iran, featuring 330 finalists from across the country, will be held this year in the western city of Sanandaj under the slogan “The Quran, the Book of...

Hafez and Quran: Allegory, Love and Layered Meaning

IQNA – Hafez’s poetry is distinguished by its layered allegory, where surface meaning conceals deeper truth—a technique reflecting the Quranic movement from the apparent to the hidden.
Political
Iran Emphasizes Dialogue, Restraint As Tensions Escalate between Pakistan, Afghanistan

Iran Emphasizes Dialogue, Restraint As Tensions Escalate between Pakistan, Afghanistan

IQNA – Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson expressed concern over the recent clashes between Pakistan and Afghanistan, stressing mutual respect and resolving differences through diplomacy.
12 Oct 2025, 11:16
Religious Activities
Over 355,000 Worshippers Pray at Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa in One Month

Over 355,000 Worshippers Pray at Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa in One Month

IQNA – The number of worshippers praying at Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa, the Prophet’s Mosque, in the current Hijri month of Rabi’ Al-Thani reached 355,532.
12 Oct 2025, 09:45
World
Israel Has Violated Every Ceasefire Deal It’s Ever Signed, London Demonstrators Say

Israel Has Violated Every Ceasefire Deal It’s Ever Signed, London Demonstrators Say

IQNA – The Israeli regime cannot be trusted with the ceasefire in Gaza as it has breached previous ceasefire deals it has signed, demonstrators in London said.   
12 Oct 2025, 11:36
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