IQNA – Following significant public protests, Syria’s ministry of education has reversed its decision to reduce Islamic studies hours, restoring Quran and Islamic etiquette lessons to the curriculum for the 2025-2026 academic year.  

IQNA – The state of Sabah has the highest number of mosques recorded in Malaysia, according to Chief Minister Hajiji Noor.

IQNA – York Mosque and Islamic Centre will host its annual open day next month, inviting the wider community to learn more about Islam and challenge common misconceptions.

IQNA – A women-only swimming initiative in Smethwick is offering Bangladeshi Muslim women a chance to learn and exercise in an environment that accommodates their cultural and religious needs.

IQNA – Iraqi authorities have initiated legal proceedings against an Iraqi singer for distorting verses from the Quran during a performance, an act that has sparked outrage on social media.

IQNA – The Islamic Republic of Iran, relying on Islamic values, has taken effective steps towards improving the status of women and achieving gender justice, a lawmaker said.

IQNA – One of the oldest mosques in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Kuslat Mosque, stands not only as a relic of the past but also as a symbol of resilience.

IQNA – The General Authority for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has announced the successful implementation of a comprehensive digital environment at the Grand Mosque in Mecca and Prophet’s Mosque in Medina.

IQNA - A Japanese company has introduced a mobile mosque to provide prayer spaces for Muslims in locations without access to mosques.

IQNA – To strengthen its status as a leading global destination, Thailand is proactively expanding its Muslim-friendly services through specialized training for its tourism industry.

IQNA –  In an effort to protect its citizens from fraudulent schemes, Pakistan published an official list of  government-certified tour operators for the Umrah pilgrimage.

IQNA – The Christian principal of a school in Egypt’s Bani Suef Governorate announced a ceremony for honoring of a group of Quran memorizers at the school.