IQNA

Global Forum Calls for Stronger Economic Links Across Muslim Business Community

Global Forum Calls for Stronger Economic Links Across Muslim Business Community

IQNA – A senior organiser of the Global Muslim Business Forum has urged closer economic cooperation among Muslim-majority markets to strengthen their collective influence.
15:03 , 2025 Dec 08
Al-Azhar Supports Quranic Legacy of Late Qari Muhammad Rif’at

Al-Azhar Supports Quranic Legacy of Late Qari Muhammad Rif’at

IQNA – The granddaughter of the late Egyptian reciter Sheikh Muhammad Rif’at announced the support of the Sheikh of Al-Azhar for preserving and revitalizing the Quranic legacy and recitations of this renowned qari.
14:32 , 2025 Dec 08
Israeli Forces Raid UNRWA Compound in Occupied Al-Quds

Israeli Forces Raid UNRWA Compound in Occupied Al-Quds

IQNA – Israeli regime forces raided UNRWA’s closed headquarters in the sensitive Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood of Jerusalem al-Quds, escalating tensions in the holy city.
14:31 , 2025 Dec 08
Israeli Killing of Elderly Woman, Toddler in Gaza Ceasefire Breach Condemned

Israeli Killing of Elderly Woman, Toddler in Gaza Ceasefire Breach Condemned

IQNA – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) denounced the Israeli regime’s latest violation of the Gaza ceasefire, which resulted in the deaths of a 70-year-old woman and a 3-year-old child.
13:22 , 2025 Dec 08
Cinnabon Employee Fired After Racist Tirade Against Muslim Couple

Cinnabon Employee Fired After Racist Tirade Against Muslim Couple

IQNA – A Cinnabon worker in Wisconsin has been dismissed after a recorded confrontation showed her verbally abusing a Muslim couple, including remarks about the woman’s hijab.
13:07 , 2025 Dec 08
From Clinic to Competition: Iranian Student Draws Strength From Quran

From Clinic to Competition: Iranian Student Draws Strength From Quran

IQNA – A young Iranian dental student who began memorizing the Quran at age ten says his academic routine and clinical training continue to be shaped by a deep connection to the Holy Book.
10:57 , 2025 Dec 08
Najaf Shrine Ready for Celebrations on Hazrat Zahra Birth Anniversary  

Najaf Shrine Ready for Celebrations on Hazrat Zahra Birth Anniversary  

IQNA – The holy mausoleum of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf has begun its technical and logistical preparations to host celebrations on the birth anniversary of Hazrat Zahra (SA).
10:11 , 2025 Dec 08
Arbaeen Congress to Review 2026 Plans Through Nine Specialized Commissions

Arbaeen Congress to Review 2026 Plans Through Nine Specialized Commissions

IQNA – The fifth Arbaeen Cultural Activists’ Congress will bring together around 300 grassroots representatives from Iran and 12 other countries in Mashhad later this month, organizers said.
10:00 , 2025 Dec 08
Video: Mahmoud Shahat Anwar Recites at Opening of Egypt’s 32nd Int’l Quran Contest

Video: Mahmoud Shahat Anwar Recites at Opening of Egypt’s 32nd Int’l Quran Contest

IQNA – The 32nd International Quran Competition in Egypt opened on December 6, 2025, with a recitation by renowned Egyptian reciter Mahmoud El-Shahat Anwar.
09:17 , 2025 Dec 08
Quran Master Sheikh Ahmed Mansour among Judges of Egypt Int’l Quran Contest

Quran Master Sheikh Ahmed Mansour among Judges of Egypt Int’l Quran Contest

IQNA – Sheikh Ahmed Mansour is a prominent Egyptian Quran reciter who is serving on the judging committee for the country’s 32nd international Quran competition.
22:35 , 2025 Dec 07
Syrian Contestant Says Nahj al‑Balagha Inspires Her to Deliver Powerful Sermons

Syrian Contestant Says Nahj al‑Balagha Inspires Her to Deliver Powerful Sermons

IQNA – A young Syrian woman taking part in the knowledge section of Iran’s 48th Quran competition says the teachings of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS) inspired her to deliver sermons with strength and conviction.
21:13 , 2025 Dec 07
2nd Al-Ameed Int’l Quran Recitation Award Opens for Registration

2nd Al-Ameed Int’l Quran Recitation Award Opens for Registration

IQNA – The shrine of Hazrat Abbas (AS) has opened registration for the third edition of the Al-Ameed International Quran Recitation Award, inviting readers from across the Muslim world to participate.
20:12 , 2025 Dec 07
Islamic Teachings Section of Iran’s 48th Nat’l Quran Contest: Closing Ceremony in Photos

Islamic Teachings Section of Iran’s 48th Nat’l Quran Contest: Closing Ceremony in Photos

IQNA – The closing ceremony of the final stage of the 48th National Holy Quran Competition of Iran in the Islamic Teachings Section, and the International Section for students of Al-Mustafa International University was held on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
19:06 , 2025 Dec 07
Right-Wing Backlash Sparks Debate over Japan's Space for Muslim Burials

Right-Wing Backlash Sparks Debate over Japan's Space for Muslim Burials

IQNA – A viral video of a right-wing Japanese lawmaker arguing against Muslim burials has reignited debate over the country’s acceptance of religious diversity.
18:10 , 2025 Dec 07
Nahj Al-Balagha An Encyclopedia of Moral, Political, and Social Issues

Nahj Al-Balagha An Encyclopedia of Moral, Political, and Social Issues

IQNA – A memorizer of the Quran and Nahj al-Balagha from Afghanistan described Nahj al-Balagha as an encyclopedia of moral, political, and social Issues.
17:12 , 2025 Dec 07
8