United Kingdom 23 hours ago UK appoints anti-Israel justice minister as Muslims reject incoming Labour government The Muslim voters of the United Kingdom largely rejected the incoming Labour Party, adding a blemish to what was otherwise an historic win for Sir Keir Starmer.
Christianity June 27 Catholic Church struggles to maintain Christian presence in Holy Land amid war, political turmoil The Catholic Church is desperately trying to hold Christian communities together despite political, financial and militaristic threats to their existence.
Russia June 23 Russia opens terror probe after attacks on synagogues, Orthodox churches; priest and police officers killed Russia launched a terrorism investigation after gunmen attacked synagogues and Orthodox churches in the cities of Derbent and Makhachkala on Sunday.
World June 21 Over 1,000 Muslim worshippers die of heat exhaustion during Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia: report Over 1,000 individuals participating in the annual Hajj pilgrimage in the Saudi Arabian city of Mecca this year have perished due to heat-related afflictions, according to reports.
Africa June 21 Jihadis from Africa’s Sahel settle in Nigeria as militants move to wealthier West African countries Jihadi fighters who had been operating in Africa’s Sahel region have settled in northwestern Nigeria, following the trend of militants moving to wealthier West African coastal nations.
Saudi Arabia June 18 Muslim pilgrims complete this year's Hajj as deadly triple-digit temps sear Mecca Muslim pilgrims have completed the Hajj, a religious rite of passage marked this year by scorching heat in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and the deaths of dozens from sunstroke.
China June 5 Turkish foreign minister urges China to protect rights of Muslim Uyghurs Turkey's foreign minister urged Chinese authorities to protect the cultural rights of minority Muslim Uyghurs in response to accusations of human rights violations.
Iran May 21 Some Iranians celebrate 'Butcher of Tehran' Raisi's death in the streets despite oppressive regime Iranians celebrated the death of President Ebrahim Raisi, also known as the "Butcher of Tehran," while thousands mourned the official in a state-sponsored funeral procession.
Europe May 18 Dutch firebrand Geert Wilders joins new government as Europe's 'liberal elites' put on notice The Dutch electorate’s concerns over radical Islam and unfettered immigration led to the establishment of a right-wing coalition to address the country’s social problems.
Middle East May 17 First brewery opens in Abu Dhabi as parts of UAE loosen alcohol laws Abu Dhabi has overhauled its alcohol laws to allow for micro and craft breweries. The Islamic nation is reconsidering alcohol policies as it increasingly draws tourists.