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Calligraphy Festival in Algeria Brings together Calligraphers from Various Muslim Countries

Calligraphy Festival in Algeria Brings together Calligraphers from Various Muslim Countries

IQNA – The 13th international Arabic calligraphy festival in Algeria was held in the city of al-Madiya, featuring calligraphers from various Islamic countries.
21:02 , 2025 May 17
Brunei Nat’l Quran Contest for Youth: Preliminary Round Concludes

Brunei Nat’l Quran Contest for Youth: Preliminary Round Concludes

IQNA – The qualifying round of Brunei’s National Quran Reading Competition for Youth was held in the Southeast Asian country from May 14 to 16.
19:33 , 2025 May 17
Let's Not Waste Time: UN to Resume Aid Delivery to Gaza

Let's Not Waste Time: UN to Resume Aid Delivery to Gaza

IQNA – The United Nations is planning to resume aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip, according to the UN relief chief.
18:44 , 2025 May 17
Algeria Conference Investigates Quran’s Role in Preservation of Arabic

Algeria Conference Investigates Quran’s Role in Preservation of Arabic

IQNA – Algeria hosted a conference on the role of the Quran in the formation and development of the Arabic language.
17:16 , 2025 May 17
US Has Used Its Power for Massacre in Gaza: Ayatollah Khamenei

US Has Used Its Power for Massacre in Gaza: Ayatollah Khamenei

IQNA – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei dismissed as a lie the US president’s claim that he wants to use power for peace.
16:12 , 2025 May 17
Over 30,000 Iranian Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

Over 30,000 Iranian Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

IQNA – More than 30,000 Iranian pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, according to official figures released Friday night.
15:19 , 2025 May 17
Muslim Cohesion Important in Confronting Global Challenges: ICRO Chief

Muslim Cohesion Important in Confronting Global Challenges: ICRO Chief

IQNA – Solidarity and cohesion among Muslims play a significant role in confronting global challenges, the head of the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization (ICRO) said.
14:13 , 2025 May 17
Quran Calls Hajj 'Flag of Islam': Cleric

Quran Calls Hajj 'Flag of Islam': Cleric

IQNA – The annual Hajj pilgrimage is described in the Quran as teh flag of Islam, an Iranian cleric said.
13:01 , 2025 May 17
Los Angeles Police Investigate Vandalism at Islamic Center as Hate Crime

Los Angeles Police Investigate Vandalism at Islamic Center as Hate Crime

IQNA – Authorities in Los Angeles are investigating an act of vandalism at a Koreatown mosque as a potential hate crime, following a weekend incident that has prompted strong condemnation from community and faith leaders.
12:13 , 2025 May 17
Yemen Scene of Massive Rally in Solidarity with Palestine Again

Yemen Scene of Massive Rally in Solidarity with Palestine Again

IQNA – Yemeni people from all walks of life took part in a massive rally in the capital Sanaa on Friday to voice support for the oppressed people of Palestine.
11:06 , 2025 May 17
Israeli Provocation: Settlers Burn Palestinian Flags at Ibrahimi Mosque Under Minister’s Lead

Israeli Provocation: Settlers Burn Palestinian Flags at Ibrahimi Mosque Under Minister’s Lead

IQNA – Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich led a provocative procession of settlers into the Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron on Friday, where participants set Palestinian flags ablaze.
09:57 , 2025 May 17
Leader of Anti-Islamic Party, Another Man Fined in Denmark for Quran Desecration

Leader of Anti-Islamic Party, Another Man Fined in Denmark for Quran Desecration

IQNA – Two men were found guilty of Quran desecration and fined 10,000 kroner ($1,500) each in Denmark.
09:18 , 2025 May 17
Alternative Human Rights Charter Should Draw from Eastern Traditions, Scholar Says

Alternative Human Rights Charter Should Draw from Eastern Traditions, Scholar Says

IQNA – An Iranian Islamic scholar has called for the development of a new human rights charter rooted in Eastern traditions as an alternative to the existing Western framework.
09:15 , 2025 May 17
Hajj 2025: Indonesian Couple, Ages 100 and 95, Prepare for Journey to Mecca

Hajj 2025: Indonesian Couple, Ages 100 and 95, Prepare for Journey to Mecca

IQNA – A 100-year-old man and his 95-year-old wife from Central Aceh are preparing to join millions of Muslims on the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, showcasing enduring faith and physical resilience in their later years.
08:21 , 2025 May 17
PUIC Urges Global Sanctions on Israel, Reaffirms Support for Palestine

PUIC Urges Global Sanctions on Israel, Reaffirms Support for Palestine

IQNA – Member states of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC (PUIC) have called for global sanctions on Israel as the regime continues its genocidal war against Palestinians in Gaza.
08:02 , 2025 May 17
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