The “All Women Summit, Tirana,” held from September 10-14 in Albania, gathered over 120 women to discuss Afghanistan’s future, but it faced controversy over two articles in the final resolution. The resolution highlighted Afghanistan’s worsening human rights conditions, particularly for women under Taliban rule, and proposed creating a “Women’s Political Charter for Afghanistan’s Future.” However,…
Muslims across the globe are marking the birth anniversaries of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the sixth Shia Imam, Jafar al-Sadiq (AS). The Prophet’s birthday is celebrated by both Shia and Sunni Muslims, with Shias commemorating it on the 17th of Rabi’ al-Awwal and Sunnis on the 12th. This day is also significant for Shia Muslims…
NEW DELHI: India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have made a significant advancement in bilateral relations by signing a landmark nuclear agreement focused on peaceful nuclear energy collaboration. Finalized during a high-level meeting between officials from both nations, this agreement marks a crucial development in their energy partnerships. The accord facilitates cooperation in nuclear…
NEW DELHI: Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has lifted the ban on Jamaat-e-Islami, the country’s largest Muslim political party. The ban, initially imposed under an anti-terrorism law during the last days of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s administration, was revoked by the Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday. A gazette notification…
Keir Starmer’s recent article in The Sun reveals critical insights into the complexities of the relationship between Western leaders and the Islamic world. He emphasizes the need for honesty regarding these relations, particularly in light of the Al-Aqsa Flood. Starmer acknowledges that the core issues lie not just with Islamic regimes but with Islam itself…
At the 2024 Baghdad International Book Fair, the Muslim Council of Elders hosted a seminar titled “Intra-Islamic Dialogue and Shared Challenges,” presented by prominent scholars including Sheikh Dr. Mahmoud Abdulaziz Al-Ani and Dr. Jawad Al-Khoei. The seminar, moderated by Dr. Samir Boudinar, Director of the Al-Hokama Center for Peace Research, emphasized the urgent need for…
The STEAM 2024 Science and Technology Festival, held at the King Salman Science Oasis in Riyadh, celebrates the legacy of Jabir ibn Hayyan, the “father of chemistry.” Born in 721 AD, Ibn Hayyan made pioneering contributions to chemistry, including the discovery of essential compounds like hydrochloric and sulfuric acids. His work influenced both the Islamic…
On the International Day of Peace, ICESCO urged the global community to adopt innovative strategies and unite efforts to promote peace amidst rising global challenges. Celebrated under the theme “Cultivating a Culture of Peace,” ICESCO emphasized the importance of humanitarian standards during conflicts to protect vulnerable groups, including children and women. The organization reaffirmed its…
Stanford University, in collaboration with Elsevier’s Scopus database, has recognized 2,503 Iranian researchers in the top 2% of the world’s most-cited scientists. This marks a significant rise from 1,870 in 2023. The ranking is determined by a composite score (C-score), which includes various factors like total citations and h-index, with or without self-citations. Researchers are…
MENA2050, an organization of academics, policymakers, journalists, and writers from the Middle East, is committed to building peace through shared visions and grassroots initiatives, even amidst ongoing regional conflicts. The Jerusalem Post spoke with its members, including Israeli CEO Dr. Hecham Bishara, to explore their efforts in promoting dialogue and cooperation. Bishara highlighted the importance…
