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Interfaith Dialogue: A Path to Global Peace and Cooperation, Says Iranian Cleric

Interfaith Dialogue: A Path to Global Peace and Cooperation, Says Iranian Cleric

IQNA – An Iranian cleric has stressed the critical role of constructive dialogue between religious leaders in fostering peace, mutual understanding, and social harmony.
11:08 , 2025 Jan 07
Karbala Getting Ready for ‘World Quran Day’ Events

Karbala Getting Ready for ‘World Quran Day’ Events

IQNA – A meeting was held in the holy city of Karbala, Iraq, this past weakened to discuss the latest preparations for the “World Quran Day”.
10:42 , 2025 Jan 07
Austrian Muslim Org. Seeks Clarification from State Governor Over Anti-Islam Remarks

Austrian Muslim Org. Seeks Clarification from State Governor Over Anti-Islam Remarks

IQNA – The president of the Islamic Religious Community in Austria (IGGO), Umit Vural, has called on Lower Austria's Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner to clarify remarks she made during a televised interview, which have been perceived as anti-Islam.
09:02 , 2025 Jan 07
Names and Attributes of Rajab  

Names and Attributes of Rajab  

IQNA – The month of Rajab has various names and attributes, each reflecting the unique characteristics and values of this month among the pre-Islamic Arab tribes and later during the Islamic era.
08:32 , 2025 Jan 07
In Photos: Quran Recitation Program in Commemoration of Martyr Soleimani

In Photos: Quran Recitation Program in Commemoration of Martyr Soleimani

IQNA – Quran recitation programs took place all over Iran, including in the capital Tehran, on Saturday, January 4, 2025, in commemoration of Lt. General Qassem Soleimani.
23:34 , 2025 Jan 06
Evolution of Quran Interpretation in Turkey

Evolution of Quran Interpretation in Turkey

IQNA – Turkish interpretations of the Holy Quran reached their peak between 1995 and 2020, and they stand out in that they are not confined to a single trend.
22:19 , 2025 Jan 06
Iran Announces Representatives for Jordan’s International Quran Competitions

Iran Announces Representatives for Jordan’s International Quran Competitions

IQNA – Iran has officially announced its representatives for the upcoming 19th International Quran Competition for Women and the International Quran Competition for Men in Jordan, set to take place in 2025.
21:35 , 2025 Jan 06
Itikaf A Path for Personal, Social Development Based on Quran: Cleric

Itikaf A Path for Personal, Social Development Based on Quran: Cleric

IQNA – An Iranian cleric described the religious ritual of Itikaf (religious retreat) as a path for personal development and building a society based on the teaching of the Quran.
20:45 , 2025 Jan 06
Mauritania Quran Competition Wraps Up  

Mauritania Quran Competition Wraps Up  

IQNA – The 22nd edition of a nationwide Quran competition in Mauritania concluded in a ceremony this weekend.
19:20 , 2025 Jan 06
Ethiopia: Islamic Council Denounces Hijab Ban in Schools

Ethiopia: Islamic Council Denounces Hijab Ban in Schools

IQNA – The Tigray Islamic Affairs Supreme Council has expressed strong opposition to a recent ban on hijabs in schools in Axum town, warning that it may resort to "further peaceful measures in consultation with believers" if the issue remains unresolved.
18:24 , 2025 Jan 06
Victims Remembered on Anniversary of Zaria Massacre in Nigeria

Victims Remembered on Anniversary of Zaria Massacre in Nigeria

IQNA – The anniversary of the 2015 Zaria massacre, where hundreds of Shia Muslims were killed during a standoff with the Nigerian Army was commemorated on Sunday.
17:16 , 2025 Jan 06
Gaza Genocide: Israeli Soldiers Warned They Might Be Arrested Abroad  

Gaza Genocide: Israeli Soldiers Warned They Might Be Arrested Abroad  

IQNA – Israeli soldiers have been warned they risk getting arrested when traveling abroad over the genocidal war in Gaza.
16:20 , 2025 Jan 06
Advocacy Group Deplores US Administration’s Normalization of Genocide in Gaza

Advocacy Group Deplores US Administration’s Normalization of Genocide in Gaza

IQNA – The administration of US President Joe Biden has ’normalized the genocide of the Palestinian people in Gaza, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) said.
15:19 , 2025 Jan 06
Algeria Hosts 20th Int’l Quran Competition with Participants from 44 Countries

Algeria Hosts 20th Int’l Quran Competition with Participants from 44 Countries

IQNA – The 20th edition of Algeria's International Quran Memorization and Recitation Competition officially began on January 5, 2024, in Algiers.
14:59 , 2025 Jan 06
Expert Highlights Balance Between Emotional Recitation, Technical Precision

Expert Highlights Balance Between Emotional Recitation, Technical Precision

IQNA – An recitation expert says qaris need to create a balance between having an emotional and technical recitation, especially in Quran competitions.
14:02 , 2025 Jan 06
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