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Calligraphy Exhibition Honors Afghan Artist Najibullah Anwari’s Lifelong Contributions

Calligraphy Exhibition Honors Afghan Artist Najibullah Anwari’s Lifelong Contributions

IQNA – A four-day calligraphy exhibition is currently underway at the Allama Saljuqi Hall in Herat, celebrating the artistic achievements of master calligrapher Najibullah Anwari.
23:32 , 2025 Apr 22
Iranian Cleric Praises Pope Francis for Advancing Interfaith Dialogue 

Iranian Cleric Praises Pope Francis for Advancing Interfaith Dialogue 

IQNA – Ayatollah Mostafa Mohaghegh Damad, a senior Iranian cleric and scholar, has expressed his condolences following the death of Pope Francis, describing the late pontiff as a global religious leader committed to peace, justice, and interfaith dialogue.
22:35 , 2025 Apr 22
Foreign Guests Attend Milad-un-Nabi Celebration in Turkey

Foreign Guests Attend Milad-un-Nabi Celebration in Turkey

IQNA – The annual Milad-un-Nabi celebration marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was held in Diyarbakir, Turkey.
21:35 , 2025 Apr 22
Most Members of Iranian Quranic Hajj Convoy Fist-Time Pilgrims  

Most Members of Iranian Quranic Hajj Convoy Fist-Time Pilgrims  

IQNA – The majority of members of Iran’s Noor (light) Quranic Convoy for the 2025 Hajj are going on the spiritual journey for the first time, an official said.
20:09 , 2025 Apr 22
Saudi Arabia Warns of Tough Penalties for Visa Overstayers Ahead of Hajj Season

Saudi Arabia Warns of Tough Penalties for Visa Overstayers Ahead of Hajj Season

IQNA – Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its strict penalties for expatriates who overstay their entry visas, as the country ramps up preparations for the upcoming Hajj season.
19:33 , 2025 Apr 22
SCCR Chief Lauds IRIB’s Quranic Programs

SCCR Chief Lauds IRIB’s Quranic Programs

IQNA – The secretary of Iran’s Supreme Council of the Cultural Revolution appreciated the national television’s production of Quranic programs, especially the Mahfel TV Show.
18:32 , 2025 Apr 22
Royan International Festival Calls for Papers Ahead of May 10 Submission Deadline

Royan International Festival Calls for Papers Ahead of May 10 Submission Deadline

IQNA – The Royan International Research Festival has issued a final call for scientific submissions in biomedical fields, with the deadline set for May 10, 2025.
17:16 , 2025 Apr 22
Philippines Parliament Speaker Hails Signing of Islamic Burial Law

Philippines Parliament Speaker Hails Signing of Islamic Burial Law

IQNA – The signing of Republic Act No. 12160, or the Philippine Islamic Burial Act, is a defining moment in the country’s commitment to genuine inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and human dignity, the speaker of the Philippines’ House of Representatives said.
16:26 , 2025 Apr 22
Young Quran Memorizers Honored in Bahrain

Young Quran Memorizers Honored in Bahrain

IQNA – A ceremony was held in the Muharraq Governorate of Bahrain on Monday to honor young Bahrainis for their Quranic activities during the holy month of Ramadan.
16:13 , 2025 Apr 22
Iran’s Representative Delivers Good Performance at Jordan Int’l Quran Contest

Iran’s Representative Delivers Good Performance at Jordan Int’l Quran Contest

IQNA – The turn for Iran’s representative in Jordan’s 20th International Quran Competition for Women to showcase her Quranic talents came on Monday.
15:02 , 2025 Apr 22
Int’l Conference Seeks Fresh Human Rights Framework Amid Failures in Gaza

Int’l Conference Seeks Fresh Human Rights Framework Amid Failures in Gaza

TEHRAN — An international conference in Tehran this week will examine calls for a new global human rights framework, with organizers citing the Gaza war as evidence of the current system’s failure.
13:25 , 2025 Apr 22
Analyst Highlights Gaza Resistance Forces’ Ability to Confront Israel

Analyst Highlights Gaza Resistance Forces’ Ability to Confront Israel

IQNA – The recent operations of the Palestinian resistance in the Gaza Strip represent a significant shift in the face of Israeli military pressure.
12:32 , 2025 Apr 22
Canada Muslims Want Next Gov’t to Do More than Just Acknowledging Islamophobia

Canada Muslims Want Next Gov’t to Do More than Just Acknowledging Islamophobia

IQNA – Muslims in Canada expect the next government to take practical steps to combat Islamophobia and hate crimes.
11:42 , 2025 Apr 22
Iranian Seminary Chief: Pope Francis Was a Voice for Justice, Religious Harmony

Iranian Seminary Chief: Pope Francis Was a Voice for Justice, Religious Harmony

IQNA – Ayatollah Alireza Arafi, head of Iran’s Islamic Seminaries, has extended his condolences over the death of Pope Francis, commending the late pontiff’s dedication to interfaith dialogue, justice, and peaceful coexistence.
11:12 , 2025 Apr 22
Int’l Quran Contest for Al-Azhar Students: Winners Awarded

Int’l Quran Contest for Al-Azhar Students: Winners Awarded

IQNA – The winners of an international Quran memorization contest for foreign students of Al-Azhar were honored in a ceremony in Egypt on the weekend.
10:54 , 2025 Apr 22
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