Villagers in south Lebanon, hit last year by Israeli strikes on Hezbollah, find new meaning in the observance of the Shia ...

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Shia mourners mark Youm-e-Ashura in Kashmir amid detentions, with leaders emphasizing unity and peaceful commemoration.

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From expressing gratitude to connecting spiritually and mourning, know the significance of fasting on Ashura for Shia and Sunni Muslims.

In response to Donald Trump's threats against Ayatollah Khamenei, Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issued a fatwa ...

In response to Donald Trump's threats against Ayatollah Khamenei, Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issued a fatwa ...

Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is chipping away at Iran’s regional influence. He is urging Syria and Lebanon to join the ...

Ashura falls on the 10th of Muharram. It honours the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. The day also marks important historical ...

The 10th day of the first month of Muharram of the Muslim calendar marks the day of martyrdom of Imam Hussain, Shia Muslims ...

Top Iranian Shia clerics issue stern warnings to the US and Israel following threats against Supreme Leader Ayatollah ...

If Ashura is performed on July 7th, that could lead to school and public holidays in various parts of India. The exact date ...