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Europe knows it has an Islamophobia problem. What's being done about it?

Europe knows it has an Islamophobia problem. What's being done about it?

Leaders must take stronger action to combat increasing threats and violence against Muslims across the continent, but the rise of far-right groups might complicate those efforts.

Eid al-Fitr: A festive destination after a spiritual journey

Eid al-Fitr: A festive destination after a spiritual journey

Eid al-Fitr is here, a festival resplendent with the joy of sharing with family, friends and community marking the culmination of a month-long Ramadan fast that shapes the body, mind and soul.

Islamophobia: Türkiye leads Muslim nations in addressing this problem

Islamophobia: Türkiye leads Muslim nations in addressing this problem

Mosque attacks in Europe are on the rise, while 86 percent of anti-Muslim content on Twitter, now X, originates from the US, UK, and India.

How staying true to Ramadan fast benefits the body and soul

How staying true to Ramadan fast benefits the body and soul

Ramadan fasting is known to yield multiple health and other benefits, the key to which is maintaining a precise routine and ensuring one's physical well-being while adhering to the tenets of the faith.

In pictures: Ramadan's first night at Al Aqsa Mosque

In pictures: Ramadan's first night at Al Aqsa Mosque

The pictures this year show fewer numbers of worshipers than last year praying in Al Aqsa compound amid Israeli restrictions.

Don't Burn, Read: Muslims distribute copies of Quran with Dutch translation

Don't Burn, Read: Muslims distribute copies of Quran with Dutch translation

The aim of the event is to convey to the people why Islam and the Quran are sacred for Muslims.

Denmark criminalises Quran burning

Denmark criminalises Quran burning

The bill was passed with 94 votes in favour and 77 votes against in the 179-member Danish parliament.

UNESCO adds Ramadan meal tradition of iftar to cultural heritage list

UNESCO adds Ramadan meal tradition of iftar to cultural heritage list

Iftar, which follows the sunset call to prayer during Ramadan, is associated with gatherings "strengthening family and community ties and promoting charity, solidarity and social exchange," the UN cultural agency says.

Attacks on our holy book turn into epidemic: Turkish FM

Attacks on our holy book turn into epidemic: Turkish FM

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expresses concern over the increasing xenophobia and attacks on the Quran in Europe, calling for immediate action to address this alarming trend and emphasising the need for Muslim unity.

Türkiye rejects attacks on Muslim values in name of freedom: Erdogan

Türkiye rejects attacks on Muslim values in name of freedom: Erdogan

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says that if hostility towards Islam is not prevented, perpetrators will become more reckless.

Freedom of expression is no excuse to desecrate Quran — Erdogan

Freedom of expression is no excuse to desecrate Quran — Erdogan

Turkish President Erdogan calls incessant attacks on Muslims' holy book "a clear hate crime and barbarism" as he addresses a delegation from US Council of Muslim Organizations in Ankara.

In pictures: Ten famous mosques across Africa

In pictures: Ten famous mosques across Africa

There are countless mosques across Africa. Here are some of the famous ones with fascinating stories behind them.