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Over 40300 Palestinians have Died as Violence Escalates
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Over 40300 Palestinians have Died as Violence Escalates

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has claimed over 40300 Palestinians since October 2023. The most recent Israeli attacks killed 69 more people and injured 212. The International Court of Justice has accused Israel of genocide, adding to the growing international concern over the escalating violence. The ongoing conflict in Gaza has reached a devastating toll. Over 40300 Palestinians lost their lives since the conflict escalated in October 2023. The most recent attacks by Israeli forces have resulted in 69 more deaths and 212 injuries, according to Gaza's Health Ministry. Since the conflict began on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched an attack on Israel, the region has been engulfed in violence. In response, Israel has carried out extensive bombardments across the Gaza Strip, leading t...
Saudi Arabia’s Cable Car Project to Cave Of Hira
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Saudi Arabia’s Cable Car Project to Cave Of Hira

Saudi Arabia is planning to launch a cable car system that will transport visitors to the Cave of Hira, a significant religious site for Muslims. The cave is located in Jabal Al Nour, where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received his first revelation from Allah. The cable car system will provide a more comfortable and efficient way to reach this sacred location. Saudi Arabia is making it easier for people to visit important religious sites in Makkah. A new cable car will soon connect Masjid Al Haram, the Grand Mosque, to the Cave of Hira, a place with great significance in Islam. Cave Hira is where the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) received the first revelation of the Holy Quran over 1,400 years ago. The project cable car promises to offer a smoother, more scenic journey to one of Islam’s m...
Israeli Police Arrest Al-Aqsa Mosque Imam Sheikh Ekrima Sabri
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Israeli Police Arrest Al-Aqsa Mosque Imam Sheikh Ekrima Sabri

The Israeli military detained Al-Aqsa Mosque imam Sheikh Ekrima Sabri in mourning the Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh. In his Friday sermon, he called him a "Martyr" infuriating IDF. Israeli authorities show a "suspicion" that Sabri is involved in terrorist activities. Israeli police have arrested Sheikh Ekrima Sabri, the 85-year-old imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque and head of the Supreme Islamic Council. Sheikh Sabri was detained after he referred to Ismail Haniyeh, a slain Hamas leader, as a "martyr" during his Friday sermon at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran earlier this week by IDF. Sheikh Sabri's tribute to him has been deemed as incitement to terrorism by Israeli authorities. Moreover, Sabri's lawyer, Hamza Qatina, confirmed that he is currently being...
Imam Husayn RA Shrine: Sacred Landmark in Karbala
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Imam Husayn RA Shrine: Sacred Landmark in Karbala

Millions of pilgrims are expected to descend upon the holy city of Karbala in Iraq for the upcoming Ashura commemorations, which mark the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Husayn, grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Moreover, the Imam Husayn Shrine, one of the holiest sites in Shia Islam, will be the focal point of these observances. The Imam Husayn RA Shrine is a very important place for Shia Muslims. Located in Karbala, Iraq, it is the burial site of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) and the third Imam of Shia Islam. This shrine has been standing since the year 680 CE and is visited by millions of people each year. A Place of History and Sacrifice The shrine was built to honor Imam Husayn, who died in the Battle of Karbala on October 10, 680. Imam Husayn and his smal...
Renowned MMA Fighter Converts to Islam
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Renowned MMA Fighter Converts to Islam

Renowned MMA fighter Jeffrey William Monson, known for his prowess in mixed martial arts and jiu-jitsu, has publicly announced his conversion to Islam at the age of 53. In a widely shared video, he pronounced the Shahadah, the Islamic declaration of faith, under the guidance of a scholar at an Islamic center in Moscow on June 20. Monson, originally from St. Paul, Minnesota, achieved global acclaim in jiu-jitsu and was a former world champion in MMA. Reflecting on his decision, he expressed that Islam resonates with his values and provides him with a sense of peace and fulfillment he has long sought. "This journey has been one of profound transformation," Monson stated during a subsequent press conference. "After much introspection, I have found in Islam the meaning and purpose I hav...