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Netherlands

Dutch parliament backs partial ban on burqas

Lawmakers in the lower house of the Dutch parliament have backed a partial ban on “face-covering clothing”, including Islamic veils and robes such as the burqa and…

30/11/2016

Germany

German 'mole' is arrested over Islamist plot

An employee of Germany’s domestic intelligence service (BfV) has been arrested over a suspected Islamist plot to bomb the agency’s Cologne Headquarters.

29/11/2016

Afghanistan

At least 30 killed and dozens injured in Kabul mosque attack

ISIL claims responsibility for a suicide bomb attack in a mosque in Kabul in which scores are killed and dozens more are injured.

21/11/2016

Iraq

Millions gather for Arbaeen

Tight security is in place in Iraq for the culmination of the annual pilgrimage procession for Shia Muslims.

21/11/2016

Series

Postcards from Uzbekistan: the Bibi-Khanym mosque

The Bibi-Khanym mosque was designed to be the largest of its type in the Muslim world

07/11/2016

Iran

Leading Koran preacher accused of abusing young boys

A well known reciter of the Koran and teacher of Islam in Iran is facing a possible death sentence after he was accused of sexually abusing several of his…

02/11/2016

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Muslims pray by Rome's Colosseum in protest over mosque shortage

The Italian authorities have been accused of a crackdown on unofficial sites while regulations restrict the number of registered places of worship.

22/10/2016

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Iraq: Karbala celebrates Ashura

Hundreds of thousands of Shiite pilgrims converged on the Iraqi city of Karbala to celebrate Ashura.

13/10/2016

Economy

Dubai vies to be halal hub

The growth of halal food and lifestyle products is a focus of the Global Islamic Economy Summit in Dubai, presents huge business opportunity.

12/10/2016

World News

Happy New Year to both Jews and Muslims

This year, thanks to an unusual calender quirk we can wish Muslims and Jews a happy new year on the same day.

03/10/2016

Series

Postcards from Uzbekistan: the Shakhi Zinda memorial complex

Samarkand's Shakhi Zinda memorial complex is a stunning collection of ancient tombs

26/09/2016

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Thousands of Muslims mark Eid al-Adha

Thousands of Muslims carried out the “stoning of the devil” ritual on Monday (September 12) to mark the beginning of Eid al-Adha celebrations which is the end of the annual haj…

14/09/2016

Saudi Arabia

Hajj pilgrims 'stone the devil' amid tight security

No incident has been reported so far during the ritual that caused a devastating stampede last year.

13/09/2016

Saudi Arabia

Eid al-Adha celebrated around the world

Muslims around the world celebrate one of the most important festivals of the Islamic calendar on Monday (September 12): Eid al-Adha.

12/09/2016

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Saudi Arabia: Hajj pilgrims head to Mount Arafat

After spending the night in the massive valley of Mina, Hajj pilgrims headed to Mount Arafat on Sunday (11 September), some 20 kilometers (12 miles) east of Mecca, for the pinnacle of the…

12/09/2016

Saudi Arabia

Muslim pilgrims begin last rituals of hajj in Mecca

Thousands of Muslim pilgrims have begun the ritual of the stoning of the devil in the Saudi City of Mina.

12/09/2016

Norway

Hairdresser on trial for refusing hijab-wearing client in Norway

A Norwegian hairdresser is on trial for refusing to cut the hair of a Muslim client wearing a hijab.

08/09/2016

Saudi Arabia

The Hajj: An explanation for beginners

What is the Hajj?

07/09/2016

Myanmar

Myanmar: Annan faces anger as he probes plight of Rohingya Muslims

Hundreds of people rallied in Myanmar on Tuesday to denounce an advisory commission, led by visiting former UN chief Kofi Annan, which is charged with probing the plight of the country’s Muslim…

06/09/2016

Netherlands

UN human rights chief blasts Western 'demagogues'

Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein accuses prominent Western politicians of peddling fear and hate in the same way as Islamist extremists.

06/09/2016