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Northampton hosts Melad un Nabi

NORTHAMPTON, United Kingdom: Marking Milad un Nabi or the birth anniversary of Prophet Hazrat Muhammad Mustafa (SAWAW) on Rabi-ul Awwal 17, arrangements have been finalized to hold festivals and galas in different cities of the United Kibgdom.

Sweden Arbayeen march slams terrorism against Husseini pilgrims

MALMO, Sweden: Thousands of Husseini mourners belonging to different countries who reside here marched on the streets of Malmo in connection with Arbayeen Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS).

London Abaeen procession attracts mourners from across UK

LONDON, United Kingdom: Annual 28th Arbaeen procession (Chelum) of Imam Husain (AS) was held on Sunday 15th February 2009 at Marble Arch, Central London. The procession, which has now become one of the largest annual Muslim processions of the UK, marks the 40th day after the martyrdom of the Grandson of Holy Prophet (SAVV) in Karbala 680AD.

Husseini mourning marking Arbaeen held in Turku

TURKU, Finland: Like other countries, marasim-e-azaa marking Arbainiyah Al-Imam al-Hussein (AS) were being held in Finland to pay homage to supreme sacrifice of Al-Imam Abi Abdellah Al-Hussein (AS) and his 72 faithful companions rendered some 1,400 years ago.

Malmo witnesses Arbaeen procession

MALMO, Sweden: Marking Arbaeen Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS), Husseini processions were held and will take place in a number of European States, SAyed Nabil Shaker At-Talqani, representative of different Maraje in Europe said in Karbala.

London to host 'Samarra: Heritage and Culture' conference

LONDON, Britain: The Centre for Islamic Shi'a Studies has scheduled to hold a conference on 19th February 2009 entitled 'Samarra: Heritage and Culture' in London.

Azadari of Imam Hussain (AS) in Holland

AMSTERDAM, Holland: To pay rich homage to unmatched and supreme sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) and his 72 faithful near and dear ones presented some 1,400 years ago in the hot plain of Karbala for defense of Islam and safety of high human values, Azadari (Hussaini mourning) was in continuation in Holland.

Imam Hussein (A) paid homage in Belgium majalis

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Marking Ashura Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS), the martyrdom anniversary of the fifth Ashaabil Kessa Aba Abdellah Al-Hussein (AS), majalis al-aza of first ashra concluded in Belgium.

Holland … observation of the NIGHT before Ashura dawned

DEN HAAG, Holland: Laylatu Ashuraa (night between 9th and 10th Moharram) was observed with holding of Majlis al-aza and azao latam by Maukab Shabab Al-Abbas (as) Association in Den Haag, Holland. Night before Ashura dawned in the 61 AH was spent by Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS), grandson of Prophet Muhammad (S) and Master of Youths of Paradise, by tasbiho tehlil, prayers, supplications and recitation of holy Qoran.

Ashoura (1430 Hijree) commemoration held in Barcelona

BARCELONA, Spain: Ashoura Al-Imam Al-Hussein (a.s.) was commemorated in Barcelona like other cities of Spain to pay homage to Hazrat Imam Hussein (a.s.) and his 72 near and dear ones who nourished the holy tree of Islam with their sacred blood.

Imam Hussein sacrifices commemoration continues in Oslo

OSLO, Norway: Imam Hussain (A.S.) said: "I have not risen to spread evil or to show off, nor for spreading immorality or oppression. But I have left for the REFORMATION of the Ummah of my Grandfather the Apostle of Allah (s.a.w.) and I desire to do Amr Bil Maroof (invite towards good values) and Nahi Anal Munkar (forbidding from Evil)."

Husseini commemoration continues in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Marking the mourning month of Moharram, Chain of majalis and mawakib al-Aza (mourning sittings and processions) is in continuation in Holland to pay homage to great and matchless sacrifices of Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS) and his 72 companions.

Preparations for Luton Ashoora procession get final shape

LUT0N, United Kingdom: To pay homage to Nawasa-e-Rasool (SAW) Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) who nourished tree of Islam with his pure blood, preparations and arrangements to hold Ashoora procession in Luton have been finalized.

Ghadir, Mobahilah festival culminates in UK

LONDON, Britain: International festival to observe Ashra Al-Wilayah ended in Britain. The festival was organized to celebrate Eid Al-Ghadir and Eid Al-Mobahilah.

Berlin Shia confab stresses to promote friendship among religions

BERLIN, Germany: An international one-day Shia conference held here on Friday stressed the need to promote "friendship among religions."

Imam Al-Jawad (A) martyrdom anniversary observed in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Marking the martyrdom anniversary of Al-Imam Muhammad Al-Jawad (AS) on Dhol-Qa’adah 29, majalis al-azaiyah and mourning ceremonies were held in Holland organized by different organizations and associations.

Imam Sadeq (AS) mourned in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Different organizations in Holland including AlCauther Cultural Foundation arranged majalis al-aza to mark Al-Imam Jaf’er b. Muhammad As-Sadeq (AS)’s martyrdom anniversary.

N-Europe Imam Sadiq (A) majalis slam anti Shia-Sunni unity efforts

MALMO, Sweden: Devotees of Ahlul Bayt (a.s.) residing in north European countries observed the martyrdom anniversary of Hazret Imam Jafar As-Sadiq (a.s.) on Shawal 25.

Imam As-Sadeq (A) mourning observed in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Martyrdom Anniversary of Al-Imam Muhammad bin Jafer As-Sadeq (AS) was observed in Holland.

Protests in German cities to flay Iraqi prisoners’ murder in Saudi lockups

MUNICH, Germany: Protest rallies will be held on Saturday September 6 in Munich and other southern cities of Germany to slam crimes of Saudi authorities committed against innocent Iraqi detainees in their prisons.

Stockholm demo voices solidarity with Iraqis killed in Saudi Jails

STOCKHOLM, Sweden: A number of Iraqis residing in Sweden staged a demonstration on Thursday September 4 in front of Saudi embassy in Sweden’s capital to express solidarity with their Iraqi brethren, detained in jails of Saudi Arabia and those of them killed in the prisons oppressively and in violation of human rights.

Italian draft law to block mosque building

ROME, Italy: A far-right Italian party is planning to table a draft law that would effectively block the construction of mosques in the southern European country, according to a report on Thursday.

Mauled Al-Imam al-Hojjah (AJ) marked in Norway, Finland

OSLO, Norway: Islamic centers and associations in Norway and Finland observed the birth anniversary of Al-Imam Al-Montadhar (may Allah hasten his reappearance).

Imam Hosein (AS) birth anniversary observed in Germany

BERLIN, Germany: Birth Anniversary of Hazret Imam Hosein (AS) was reverently observed in Germany by holding Milad gatherings and conferences.

Berlin witnesses galas on Hashmite Moons b-days

BERLIN, Germany: Marking the birth anniversaries of Al-Aqmaar Al-Hashemiyah (Hashmite Moons) heroes of Karbala i.e. Abi Al-Ahraar Al-Imam al-Hussein (AS), his son Zayn Al-Abidin (AS) and bearer of At-Taff standard (flag) Abi’l Fadhl Al-Abbas (AS), celebrations were held in Germany under arrangements of different organizations.

Mo’minin in Luton mourn Hazrat Imam Mousa Kazim (AS)

LUTON, United Kingdom: Hazrat Imam Mousa Kazim (AS)’s martyrdom anniversary was observed in United Kinghdom with due respect.

Shia scholars flay defamatory documentary on Qur'an

LONDON, Britain: A Channel 4 documentary on the Qur'an has angered leading Shia Muslim scholars, who have criticized it for making "seriously inaccurate statements" about their branch of the faith.

Imam Baqer (A), Sayedah Fatimah (A) b-days celebrations in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Birth Anniversaries of Holy Prophet Muhammad b. Abdullah (S)'s daughter Sayedah Fatimah Az-Zahra (AS), and Al-Imam Muhammad Al-Baqer (AS) were celebrated in Holland also like other countries.

Fatimiyah mourning ceremonies held in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: On third day of Jamadi-oth Thani, 11 Hijri, daughter of Prophet Muhammad (S), Sayedah Fatimah Az-Zahra Al-Batoul (A), was martyred in the holy city of Medinah, Saudi Arabia.

Berlin witnesses Layali al-Fatimia to mourn daughter of Prophet (S)

BERLIN, Germany: Martyrdom Anniversary of Hazrat Fatima Zahra Al-Batool (AS) on Jamadi-os Sani 3 was observed in Germany also.

Majalis Al-Aza to mourn Mother of A’immah conclude in London

London, United Kingdom: To pay homage to Hazret Fatima Zahra (AS), majalis-e-aza were held at different husseiniaat, mosques and venues in London.  

Al-Majalis Al-Fatimiyah held in Sweden

KRISTIANSTAD, Sweden: Marking the anniversary of martyrdom of Mistress of Women of the World Sayedah Fatimah Az-Zahraa (AS) on Jamady Al-Olaa 13, majalis al-azaiyah were held in Southern Sweden, city of Kristianstad and other adjacent areas.

Mauled celebrations held in Sweden

MALMO, Sweden: Wa Ma Arsalnaaka Illa Rahmatal Lil Aalameen – and We have not sent you (Prophet Muhammad) but as a mercy for the world” … Idd Milad-on Nabi (SAWW) and the birth anniversary of Hazret Imam Ja’fer Sadiq (AS) was celebrated in Sweden on Rabi-ol Awwal 17.

Muslims in Netherlands seek to ban anti-Qoran film

THE HAGUE, Netherlands: Netherlands’ Muslims on Saturday staged a demonstration against a film on the Qoran made by a right-wing parliamentarian.

Ar-Rasul Al-Adham (s) birthday celebrations continue

HOLY NAJAF, Iraq: Celebrations marking the birth anniversary of Chief of Prophets Muhammad b. Abdullah (SAWW) were in continuation across the globe.

Aza Al-Husseini in Holland, Sweden

STOCKHOLM/ THE HAGUE: Aza Al-Husseini to pay homage to Karbala martyrs is in continuation in European countries like others.

Arbaeen Al-Husseini commemoration in Germany

ESSEN, Germany: Arbaeen Al-Husseini is being observed in Germany as Maukeb Shiato Ali (A) has organized an annual four-day mourning gathering to pay homage to the supreme sacrifice of Al-iMam Abi Abdellah Al-Hussein (A).

Husseini sha’a’ir – Tatbir, walk on fire – revived in UK

LONDON, United Kingdom: Besides other husseiniaat and imambaras in London, husseinia Ar-Rasul Al-Adham also revived all Husseini sha’a’ir including procession of Tatbir (slit open head with sharp sword or knife to gush out blood to signify grief on the martyrdom of Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS)), and walking on fire.

Photographic report of Husseini procession in reunion (France)

PARIS, France: Following is a camera report of a Husseini procession in reunion (France):

Denmark conference communiqué flays Prophet cartoon as an offence

COPENHAGEN, Denmark: Iraqi religious and political leaders held a meeting in Denmark last week and condemned Danish newspapers for reprinting a caricature of the Prophet Muhammad (S).

Ahl-ol Beit (A) devotees in Finland protest marking Samarra Tragedy

HELSINKI, Finland: Shrine of Al-Imamayn Al-Askariyain Hazrat Imam Ali An-Naqi (AS) and Hazrat Imam Hasan Al-Askari (AS) in the holy city of Samarra were leveled to earth on February 22, 2006.

Majalis al-azaiyah mark Safar 7 in Finland, Kuwait

HELSINKI, KUWAIT CITY: On Safar 7, martyrdom anniversary of Sibtor-Rasul Al-Akram (S) Al-Imam Al-Hassan Al-Mojtaba (AS) was observed in Finland and Kuwait.

Wikipedia says no to scrub out picture of Prophet Muhammad (s)

BERLIN, Germany: New and unregistered users' ability to edit an entry on Muhammad has been disabled by Wikipedia while petitioners try to get the online encyclopedia to remove depictions of Islam's prophet (s).

Arrangements for 27th Arbaeen Procession in C. London finalized

LONDON, United Kingdom: Arrangements for the 27th annual Arbaeen (Chelum) Procession of Imam Husain (AS) have been given final shape.

Al-Imam Al-Hasan (AS) mourned in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Marking the anniversary of martyrdom of Al-Imam Al-Hasan Al-Mojtaba (AS), Holland’s AlCauther Cultural Foundation’s committee to observe occasions i.e. Maukeb Shabab Al-Abbas organized a mourning gathering.

'Attack against Askariya shrine equal to an assault on Prophet (s)'

HELSINKI, Finland: Various organizations and associations arranged majales al-aza and mourning commemorative programs marking the anniversary of martyrdom of fourth infallible imam from the progeny of Prophet (s), al-Imam Ali bin Al-Hussein As-Sajjad (s), and Samarra tragedy, in Finland.

Ashoura commemoration by Iraqis in Berlin

BERLIN, Germany: Like other global parts, Ashoura was also observed in Germany by people belonging to different nationalities i.e. Iraq, Iran, Pakistan and Lebanon.

Vienna-based OIC envoys to protest Prophet Muhammad (S) insult

VIENNA, Austria: To protest against a politician’s insulting remarks about Prophet Muhammad (S), the Vienna-based ambassadors of member states of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) have decided to send a protest note to Austrian President Heinz Fischer.

La Youm Ka Youmak Ya Aba Abdillah: Majales in Germany

BERLIN, Germany: Holy Prophet (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) had said: Hussain is from me and me from Hussain, Allah loves him who loves Hussain …

‘All creatures cried for Al-Hussein (A)’ … Ashura marking in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Al-Imam As-Sadeq (AS) said: seven skies and seven earths, and all that is in them, on them and between them, all that is created by our Lord, what is seen and not seen, all wept for Aba Abdellah Al-Hussein (AS)…

Moharram commemoration in Essen

ESSEN, Holland: Commemoration of Moharram, which marks the victory of blood on sword and the great sacrifice of Abi’l Ahraar Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS), is going on in Essen city of Holland with due reverence and respect.

Ashura ceremonies revive in Austria

VIENNA, Austria: As no part of the world is spared of Husseini commemoration, majalis al-Husseini began in Austria with the advent of Moharram moon.

Feasts of Ghadir & Mobahilah celebrations in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: In the last Hajj of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his holy progeny), Allah through angel Gabriel revealed to him: “O Prophet! Tell them what was revealed to you from your Lord; and if you will not do so it is as if you have not tell them messge of your prophethood, and Allah will protect you from the people…”

Mourning of Al-Imam Al-Baqer (A) marked in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Marking the martyrdom anniversary of Al-Imam Muhammad Al-Baqer (AS) on Dhol-Hijjah 7, AlCauther Cultural Foundation’s committee to observe occasions i.e. Maukeb Shabab Al-Abbas (AS) organized a majlis Al-Aza in Holland.

Germany: Muslims angry on mosque remark

BERLIN, Germany: A German Muslim group criticized Chancellor Angela Merkel for suggesting that mosque minarets should not be higher than church steeples, saying it hoped this topic would not be used as a campaign issue.

Imam Ar-Ridha (AS) birth anniversary marked in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Marking the auspicious occasion of birth anniversary of Al-Imam Ali bin Musa Ar-Ridha (AS), celebratory gatherings were held in Holland organized by different organizations.

Oslo confab says connecting terrorism with Islam ignorance on it

OSLO, Norway: Linking terrorism with Islam which is the religion of peace, love and harmony, is because of two reasons: namely ignorance on Islam and enmity with Islam.

Preparations to celebrate Imam Rida (a.s.) b-day in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Preparations to celebrate anniversary of birth of Al-Imam Abi Al-Hasan Ali bin Moussa Ar-Rida (a.s.), the eighth infallible descendant of Prophet Muhammad (s.v.), in Holland have been finalized.

Assalamo Alayka Ya Aba Abdellah ... 25 Shaval commemoration in Finland

HELSINKI, Finland: Assalamo Alayka Ya Aba Abdellah Ayyohas Sadeq Yabna Rasulillah ... Ya Hojjatallah Ala Khalqihi Ya Sayedana wa Maulana ...  

Holland: Al-Imam As-Sadiq (a.s.) martyrdom commemoration

DEN HAAG, Holland: Mokab Shabab Al-Abbas of Alcauther Foundation in Holland has finalized programs to observe the martyrdom anniversary of Al-Imam Jafer bin Muhammad As-Sadiq (a.s.).

Saudi agencies dole out extremist literature to UK mosques

LONDON, Britain: An independent think tank the Policy Exchange said that agencies linked to the Saudi government have distributed extremist literature to mosques and Islamic centers in Britain.

13th century Qoran gets record price

LONDON, United Kingdom: A 13th century Qoran was sold for a world record price of 1,140,500 pounds (2,320,917 dollars, 1,632,055 euros).

Hazrat Ali (AS) martyrdom commemorated in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Khadamah Mokab Shabab Al-Abbas commemorated the martyrdom anniversary of Wasi-e-Rasul Hazret-e-Ali b. Abee Tauleb (peace be upon them) at Alcauther Cultural Foundation in Holland on Ramadan 21.

Commemoration of Imam Ali (AS)'s martyrdom in London

TOOTING, London: Momneen from all over the UK commemorated martyrdom of Ameer-ul-Momneen Hazrat Imam Ali (AS).

Cordoba Conference on intolerance toward Muslims

CORDOBA, Spain: A two-day international conference of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), on the topic of intolerance toward Muslims was held in Spain.

Islamic mores a powerful theme at Berlin literary fiesta

BERLIN, Germany: Difficulties faced by many in the West in understanding Islamic culture proved a powerful theme at this year's 7th International Literature fair in Berlin.

Islamic states insist on Sweden action against sanctities sacrilege

STOCKHOLM, Sweden: Ambassadors of Islamic countries in Stockholm urged Swedish Premier Fredrik Reinfeldt to take action against publishing of insulting articles and cartoons against Islamic sanctities.

Women in Holland celebrate 15 Sha’aban

DEN HAAG, Holland: A women committee affiliated with Alcauther Cultural Foundation in Holland organized a ladies festival on Sunday September 2 marking the auspicious birth anniversary of Al-Imam Al-Mahdi Al-Montazar (AS).

Germans increasingly convert to Islam, govt shows concern

BERLIN, Germany: The Cologne-based newspaper Koelnische Rundschau quoted the Islam-Archive Central Institute based in the western town of Soest that some 18,000 German nationals have become Muslims since 1945.

Finland: Iraqi Shia-Sunni officials meet confers ways to end violence

HELSINKI, Finland: Shia and Sunni Arab officials from Iraq held talks in Finland on Saturday September 1 to discuss ways to end the violence crippling the country.

Muslims protest prophet cartoon by Swedish newspaper

STOCKHOLM, Sweden: The Jordanian government has denounced Monday the publication in Sweden of a cartoon of the noblest Messenger of Allah, Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him and his holy progeny), warning it could undermine inter-faith dialogue and co-existence.

Holland: celebrations mark Al-Imam Al-Mahdi (AS) b-day

DEN HAAG, Holland: Khadamah Mokab Shabab Al-Abbas celebrated the anniversary of birth of Al-Imam Al-Mahdi (AS) at Mehfil-e-Ali in Holland on Sha’aban 15.

Sha’ban feasts observation in Oslo

OSLO, Norway: Marking Al-Ayaad Ash-Sha’baniyah Al-Mobarekah, or Sha’ban feasts namely birth anniversaries of Al-Imam Al-Hussein, Qamar Bani Hashim Al-Abbas and Al-Imam Sayed-os Sajedin Zein-ol Abidin (peace be upon them all), special celebrations were held in Norway.

Rhythmical, scholarly festival in Finland to mark Intafadha Ash-Sha’baniyah

HELSINKI, Finland: Islamic Center in Finland has arranged to hold a grand festival to mark the Intafadha Ash-Sha’baniyah - the day when despot Saddam had killed hundreds of thousands of pilgrims of Al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS).

Dutch bishop urges to call God “Allah”

BREDA, Netherlands: Radio Netherlands reports that a senior Catholic churchman from the southern Dutch diocese of Breda is urging believers from all religions to call God 'Allah', arguing the use of the Arabic name for Him will foster interfaith understanding.

British, US Makkah pilgrims demand torture inquiry

LONDON, United Kingdom: Eight British and American Shias who were detained and tortured by the Saudi religious police during a pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia called Friday for compensation and a full inquiry.

Holland: Festivals, galas mark Al-Mab’ath

DEN HAAG, Holland: Maukab Shabab Al-Abbas of AlCauther Cultural Foundation in Holland celebrated Al-Mab’ath An-Nabawi Ash-Sharif on Rajab 27, August 11, Saturday, by holding a spiritual function.

Majalis Al-Kadhimiyah held in Germany, Holland

BERLIN, Germany: Al-Imam Al-Kadhim (AS)’s martyrdom anniversary was observed in Germany and Holland like other global parts on Rajab 25.

Mominnen in Germany observe Mauled Al-Imam Ali (AS)

BERLIN, Germany: Islamic Heritage Center and many other associations in Germany organized milad functions and festivals marking Rajab 13 – the birth anniversary of Ameer-ol Momineen Al-Imam Ali (AS).

UK rally demands King Abdullah to curb clerics’ verdicts

LONDON, United Kingdom: In connection with the campaign of protests and demonstrations that is being continued in front of Saudi embassies across the world by Iraqi people, a protest was staged in London on Friday July 20.

Oslo protest condemns Samarra Tragedy, Saudi stance

OSLO, Norway: To protest against heinous aggression against the holy shrine of Al-Imamayn Ali Al-Hadi (AS) and Al-Hasan Al-Askari (AS) for the second time, a demonstration was held in Oslo.

“Protection of Holy Sites" … Brussels seminar urges for ideas on sacred places safety

BRUSSELS, Belgium: Prince El Hassan bin Talal of Jordan said the real challenges facing the Arab - Muslim world are not the Shiite-Sunni issue or Arab versus Ajam (Persian) but backwardness, corruption and failure of governments to solve the problems.

Ayatullah Baqer Al-Hakim commemorated in Holland

DEN HAAG, Holland: Iraqi Supreme Islamic Council observed the fourth martyrdom anniversary of Ayatullah Sayyed Muhammad Baqir Al-Hakim in Holland on 22 July.

Holland hosts Al-Imam Al-Baqer (AS) Mauled celebrations

DEN HAAG, Holland: On the birth anniversary of Hafeed-or Rasol or the grandson of holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his pure progeny), Al-Imam Muhammad Al-Baqer (peace be upon him), Maukab Shabab Al-Abbas of Al-Cauther Cultural Foundation in Holland organized a festival.

Islamic art show in London depicts its diversity over 10 centuries

LONDON, United Kingdom: A collection of Islamic art featuring precious objects from the ninth to the 19th centuries is set to be opened in London on Thursday.

Shia Rights Organization in France values TNFJ efforts

PARIS, France: Shia Rights Organization in France has hailed designation of the Holy City of Samarra in Iraq as an endangered world cultural treasure by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

UNESCO names Samarra an endangered world cultural treasure

WELLINGTON, New Zealand: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has designated last week the Holy City of Samarra in Iraq as an endangered world cultural treasure.

Omm Al-Banin (AS) martyrdom day marked in Sweden

MALMO, Sweden: Khadamah al-Imam Al-Hussein (AS) Association in Sweden commemorated the anniversary of martyrdom of Sayedah Omm Al-Banin (AS) in Malmo on Thursday June 28 by holding a majlis al-azaiyah.

“Samarra – a bleeding wound” … London hosts conference

LONDON, Britain: Religious Scholars Organization in Britain organized a conference titled “Samarra – a bleeding wound” in London attended by large number of clerics, intellectuals and thinkers.

Angry protest in front of Saudi embassy in The Netherlands

THE HAGUE, The Netherlands: A big demonstration was staged by Iraqis living in Holland in front of Saudi embassy on July 11 in The Hague to protest terrorists, terrorism and its promoters i.e. Saudi clerics who issue fatawa (verdicts) in its favour.

“Shia Islam” translated into Greek

ATHENS, Greece: “Shia Islam” by the late Ayatullah Allamah Tabatabaii has recently been translated into Greek by Lina Mistakido.

London mayor defends Muslims, carps Saudi for fueling bigotry

LONDON, Britain: Ken Livingstone, London Mayor, has called on Britons Saturday not to demonize Muslims after a double car bomb plot was foiled in the capital, amid fears of a terror threat.

Mauled Al-Fatimi celebrated in Finland

HELSINKI, Finland: Holy Prophet (S) said: Fatimah is a part of me, he who hurts her hurts me and he who hurts me hurts Allah … marking her birth anniversary on 20 Jamadi Ath-Thani, a celebration was held at Al-Imam Al-Baqer (A) Center in Finland.

W. Australia, Sweden, Finland ceremonies to honour Baqir Al-Hakim

STOCKHOLM, Sweden: Commemorative ceremonies will be held in Western Australia, Sweden, Finland and many other countries in connection with the fourth martyrdom anniversary of Ayatullah Sayed Muhammad Baqir Al-Hakim, son of late Al-Marje Al-A’ala Sayed Mohsin Al-Hakim.

Ayyam Al-Fatimiyah commemoration in Finland

HELSINKI, Finland: A majlis-e-aza in connection with the martyrdom anniversary of the only daughter of Prophet Muhammad (p), Sayedah Fatimah Az-Zahra Al-Batool (p) was held in Helsinki, Finland.

British Muslims distance themselves from terrorists

LONDON, United Kingdom: British Muslim groups have declared that terrorism is "not in our name" and launched a campaign to distance themselves from terrorists.

UK conference slams knighthood for Rushdie, holy sites desecration

LONDON, Britain: Muslim scholars from around the world attending an international conference in London said proximity amongst Islamic schools of thought is a common Muslim demand and should never be neglected even if others fail in performing their duties.

Finland Muslims call for strict steps to protect Iraq holy sites

HELSINKI, Finland: To condemn heinous aggression against the holy shrine of Al-Imam Ali Al-Hadi (AS) and Al-Imam Al-Hasan Al-Askari (AS) in the holy city of Samarra, a protest was staged in Helsinki, Finland on Friday.

‘Mohammad’ tops British boys' names list

LONDON, Britain: By the end of the year ‘Mohammad’ will likely become the most popular name for baby boys in Britain, the Times daily reported in its Wednesday editions citing government data.

Leyali Al-Fatimiyah marked in Denmark

ODENSE, Denmark: To commemorate Hazret-e-Fatimah Toz-Zahra (AS) – daughter of Prophet Hazret-e-Muhammad (SV) - ’s martyrdom anniversary, which falls on Jamadi ol-Awal 13 according to some reports while some other traditions say it was Jamadi Oth-Thani 3, majalis-e-aza were held in Denmark also.

Battle to keep culture alive … Iraqi ‘art for peace’ at Rome exhibit

ROME, Italy: Let art be a vehicle of peace and understanding; this was the message that emerged from a meeting at the Palazzo dell'Informazione in Rome between Giuseppe Marra, president of the GMC-ADNKRONOS media group, and Abdel Ahmad Alemeri and Ziyad Turkey, two of the artists showcased in a rare exhibition of Iraqi contemporary art.

Conferences, seminars, exhibits honor Ayatullah Khomeini

OSLO, Norway: To mark the 18th death anniversary of late founder of Islamic Republic of Iran Grand Ayatullah Seyed Ruhullah Khomeini Al-Moosawi, commemorative programs were continued in different countries.

British Library hosts surviving religious objects exhibition

LONDON, United Kingdom: A rare exhibition entitled "Sacred: Discover What We Share" that brings together of some of the world's earliest surviving, most important and beautiful religious texts from the Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths for the first time kicked off on Thursday.

Europe’s largest Islamic centre planned

BERN, Switzerland: One of the largest Islamic cultural centres in Europe could be constructed just north of the Swiss capital, Bern.

Holland: Festivals mark Imam Askary (p) b-day

DEN HAAG, Holland: Mo’minin (believers) residing in Holland observed the anniversary of birth of father of the Last Imam Al-Mehdi (may Allah hasten his reappearance) Al-Imam Al-Hasan Al-Askary (peace be upon him).

Baqir As-Sadr paid tributes in Australia, Finland

HELSINKI, Finland: Great Islamic Philosopher and Grand Ayatullah Sayyed Muhammad Baqir As-Sadr (late) was richly honoured in Finland and Australia.

Mo’minin in Holland pay homage to Sadeqayn (AS)

DEN HAAG, Holland: Marking the birth anniversary of Rasul-or Rahmah (Prophet of Mercy) Abo-l Qassem Muhammad (peace be upon him and his holy progeny) and his grandson Al-Imam Jafar As-Sadiq (peace be upon him), celebratory programs will be held in Holland as well like other countries.

Sayed-ol Kaenaat (S), Imam Sadeq (A) b-day festivals in Netherlands

THE HAGUE, Netherlands: To celebrate the birth anniversary of Sayyed-ol Kaenaat, Rasool-ol Insaniyah (Master of the Universe and Prophet of the humanity) Muhammad bin Abdullah (S) and his grandson Al-Imam Jafar As-Sadeq (A), Mokab Khoddam Al-Hussein has made arrangements final.

Holland’s Alcauther Foundation mourns Imam Al-Askary (a.s.)

DEN HAAG, Holland: Alcauther Cultural Foundation in Holland has finalized arrangements to observe the martyrdom anniversary of Al-Imam Al-Hasan Al-Askary (a.s.) as well as to condemn bombing of his holy shrine in February 22, 2006.

Arbaeen al-Husseini observance in Netherlands, Canada

THE HAGUE/ TORONTO: Marking Arbaeen Al-Husseini (forty days after martyrdom of Imam Hussein), grand mourning processions were held in The Hague, the Netherlands and Canada. Large number of mourners participated and paid rich homage to Imam Hussein (AS) and his 72 faithful companions.

London’s Arbaeen Procession draws huge turnout

LONDON, United Kingdom: The 26th annual Arbaeen (Chelum) Procession of Imam Husain (AS) took place on Sunday 11th March 2007 (21st Safar 1428) at Marble Arch, Central London, commencing with Zuhrain Namaz-e-Jamat’ Followed by recitation of Sura al-Dahar in Arabic and English, Majlis in Arabic, English and Urdu.

Massive Arbaeen procession held in Malmo

MALMO, Sweden: In the Sweden’s city of Malmo, a grand procession was taken out marking Arbaeen al-Imam al-Hosain (a.s.) to express renewal of devotion to Sibtin-Nabi Al-Asghar al-Imam al-Hosain (a.s.).

Arba’een being observed in Essen

ESSEN, Germany: Marking Arba’een Al-Hossaini (a.s.), five-day (Wednesday – Sunday, March 7 – 11) majalis al-azaiyah organized by Mokab Shiato Ali are being held in Essen city of Germany.

Samarra Tragedy, Imam Sajjad (A) martyrdom marking in Europe

HELSINKI, Finland: Devotees of Ahlul Beit living in Europe also observed the anniversary of martyrdom of Al-Imam As-SAjjad (A.S.) as well as first anniversary of destruction of Samarra shrine of Al-Imamain Ali bin Muhammad Al-Hadi (A.S.) and Hasan bin Ali Al-Askari (A.S.).

ICJ ruling Serbia is not responsible for massacre angers Bosnians

THE HAGUE, Netherlands: The International Court of Justice's decision to clear Serbia of genocide in Bosnia has angered Bosnian Muslim and Croat leaders and ended their efforts to win reparations over the killing of about 7,000 Muslim men and boys in Srebrenica, while Serbs have expressed relief at the verdict.

Burial of Imam Hussein (A), companions marked in Bulgaria

SOFIA, Bulgaria: Burial of Imam Hussein (AS) and his 72 faithful near and dear ones on Muharram 13 was commemorated in Bulgaria.

Photo gallery of London Hussaini procession

LONDON, Britain: Paying homage to the matchless sacrifices presented by Imam Hussain (a.s.) and his 72 near and dear ones in the burning plain of Karbala some 1,400 years ago, a procession was held in British capital city of London.  

Ashura commemorated across Europe

PARIS, France: Like other regions, sacrifices of Imam Hussein (AS) and his 72 faithful companions were also paid rich homage in Europe with reverence.

Sweden Husseini majalis draw thousands

MALMO, Sweden: Various organizations and associations organize majalis al-azaa al-Husseini at different centers in Sweden to mark Moharram.

Holding of first majalis Al-Husseini in kroksbback history

MALMO, Sweden: Prophet Muhammad (S) said showing great status of his grandson: Hussein is from me and me from Hussein, O Allah love him who loves Hussein … Supreme sacrifice presented by Imam Hussain (AS) along with his 72 near and dear ones in the scorching desert of Karbala in the year 61 AH was not for Muslims or Islam only but for the whole humanity, that’s why he is called “Martyr of Humanity”.

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