Mourning Rituals in Samarra Mark Imam Hassan Askari Martyrdom Anniversary
IQNA – Mourning rituals were held in the holy city of Samarra, Iraq, Thursday night, on the eve of the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hassan Askari (AS).
Summer Quran Memorization Programs for Students Conclude in Jordan
IQNA – The free summer Quran memorization, recitation, and Tajweed programs for school students in Jordan concluded in a ceremony on Thursday.
Record Number of Muslims Elected to Office in US in 2026
IQNA – A record number of Muslims have been elected to office in the United States so far this year.
Senator Slotkin Denounces Ben-Gvir’s Genocidal Remarks
IQNA – Recent genocidal remarks by the Israeli regime’s far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir drew condemnations from a US senator.
Quranic Activities
Iran’s Nat’l Quran Competition Finals Slated for November
IQNA – The national stage of the 49th National Quranic Competition of the Islamic Republic of Iran will be held in November this year, an official said.
20 Aug 2026, 15:57
Political
Top Commander Vows Iran’s Devastating Response to Enemy Threats
IQNA – Iran’s top military commander emphasized that the country’s response to enemies’ new threats will be crushing and devastating.
21 Aug 2026, 14:16
Religious Activities
Mourning Rituals in Samarra Mark Imam Hassan Askari Martyrdom Anniversary
IQNA – Mourning rituals were held in the holy city of Samarra, Iraq, Thursday night, on the eve of the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hassan Askari (AS).
21 Aug 2026, 13:04
World
Plea against Removal of Mosque Loudspeakers in India’s Bengal Rejected
IQNA – The top court in India’s West Bengal state rejected a petition alleging police were orally directing mosque authorities to remove loudspeakers used for Adhan, the Islamic call to prayer.
20 Aug 2026, 12:17
