My family’s dreams for the new year in the context of the Gaza genocide
As my family huddled around a fire to protect themselves from Gaza’s freezing cold, we all shared our hopes for the new year. While each of us has our own…
Indian Kashmir: The Jamia mosque becomes a refuge against the extreme cold
The Jamia mosque, the largest Muslim place of worship in Srinagar, has been transformed into a providential shelter from the cold wave hitting the capital of Indian Kashmir. In its…
The solitude of Gaza
“Alone like Gaza” is the comment inspired by dozens of Internet users by the latest image we have of Doctor Houssem Abou Safieh, director of the Kamel Adwane hospital located…
The magnificent Astrolabe of Al-Khujandi, a thousand-year-old jewel, is reborn at the University of Sharjah
A fascinating artifact from the Islamic Golden Age has just been brought back to life at the University of Sharjah, the third largest city in the United Arab Emirates. During…
Men discovering God – Prologue to a history of Religions (Ad-dîn)
Approaching the work of Mohammad Abdallah Draz* through the equivocal relationship that men have with faith is probably a challenge. Introducing the subject through a journey through time and space…
Hindu imams and priests from Bengal united to condemn violence affecting the Hindu community in Bangladesh
Faced with the violence affecting the Hindu community in Bangladesh, religious leaders in West Bengal are stepping up to the plate. Gathered yesterday in Calcutta, imams and Hindu priests united…
The Moroccan Thobe: A Sacred Elegance for Islamic Festivals
Celebrating Faith Through Traditional Attire In the realm of Islamic fashion, the Moroccan thobe stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of spiritual devotion and cultural refinement. During major…
Gaza: an intolerable situation for children according to UNICEF
In this statement dated December 26, 2024, Edouard Beigbeder, UNICEF regional director for the Middle East and North Africa, draws up an alarming observation of the situation of children in…
Mecca: a free left-luggage service for Umrah pilgrims (small pilgrimage)
The authorities of Mecca announced on Wednesday the establishment of a free locker service for the faithful performing Umrah, this “small pilgrimage” which, unlike the Hajj, can be accomplished throughout…
The Alhambra of Granada: hydraulic masterpiece of Muslim Spain
A 13th-century architectural masterpiece dominates the city of Granada, illustrating the technical genius of its era. This palatial complex, perched 200 meters above the main river, is home to one…
Wales: an exhibition traces the little-known history of Welsh Muslims
The Pierhead Building in Cardiff is hosting an exhibition that lifts the veil on more than a century of Muslim presence in Wales. The “Islam in Wales” project, born from…
The government of François Bayrou, a new subject of concern for the solidarity movement with Palestine
The new Prime Minister, François Bayrou, has just announced the composition of his government. Gérald Darmanin is appointed to the post of Keeper of the Seals, Minister of Justice, Bruno…