Mass Iftar distribution in Dubai inspires non-Muslims to embrace Islam

Spirit of Ramadan: Non-Muslim volunteers join hands to spread joy during Iftar distribution at Dubai Barsha. — Reporter DUBAI: The widespread distribution of Iftar meals in Dubai, transcending barriers of race, religion, and nationality, has led to a remarkable phenomenon:… ​Spirit of Ramadan: Non-Muslim volunteers join hands to spread joy during Iftar distribution at Dubai…

American citizen Glezmann freed by Taliban, returning to US

US hostage envoy Adam Boehler and former US Ambassador to Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad meeting with Taliban officials. — Afghan foreign ministry Glezmann detained in 2022 while visiting Kabul as a tourist.US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirms… ​US hostage envoy Adam Boehler and former US Ambassador to Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad meeting with Taliban officials. —…

Turkish protests ramp up over Istanbul mayor’s detention

University students take part in a protest against the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, in Istanbul, Turkey, March 20, 2025. — Reuters Thousands more set to protest despite ban.Dozens detained over provocative social media posts.Imamoglu calls on Erdogan’s party… ​University students take part in a protest against the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu,…

Indonesia passes bill allowing military in more govt roles

Indonesian Military Special Forces personnel march during the 79th Indonesian Military Anniversary celebrations at the National Monument complex in Jakarta, Indonesia, on October 5, 2024. —ReutersLawmakers shout “agree”, Puan bangs the gavel.Previously military officers could serve… ​Indonesian Military Special Forces personnel march during the 79th Indonesian Military Anniversary celebrations at the National Monument complex in…

President Trump to sign order to shut down Department of Education today

A protester stands near the US Department of Education headquartersin Washington, DC, US, March 12, 2025. — ReutersOrder directs return of education authority to respective States.Prohibits programmes from advancing DEI, gender ideology.Dept spent over $3tr since 1979 without any… ​A protester stands near the US Department of Education headquartersin Washington, DC, US, March 12, 2025….

Ukraine ready for partial ceasefire if Russia commits, says Zelenskiy

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy attends a joint press conference with European Council President Antonio Costa , amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, December 1, 2024. — Reuters Ukraine is prepared to agree to a partial ceasefire on energy targets if Russia… ​Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy attends a joint press conference with European Council…