Explore how scholars from Qom and the West redefined peace as “organic harmony” rather than mere tolerance. This report covers the collaboration between Luke 10, Hartford International University, and Tolou International Institute.
A landmark meeting at the Vatican between the Ashura International Foundation and Cardinal Koovakad highlighted plans for a major film project on Imam Hussein and future scientific cooperation between Iran and the Vatican.
“The Unity of God and the Unity in God” webinar transcended traditional dialogue, using the metaphor of marriage to describe the bond between believers. Scholars explored how “Allahu Akbar” serves as a relativizer of human formulas and how personal character acts as the most powerful “silent sermon” for the modern world.
At the 26th International Mariological Congress, Dr. Mohammad Hossein Mokhtari presented the Virgin Mary as a trans-religious model. From the Quran to Rumi’s poetry and historical architecture, Mary remains a powerful symbol of faith and coexistence in Iranian culture.
Over 21 million people from around the world gathered in Karbala, Iraq, for the annual Arbaeen pilgrimage. The event, one of the largest peaceful assemblies globally, was distinguished by its significant interfaith participation, with Sunni Muslims, Christians, and others joining Shiite pilgrims in a massive display of unity and solidarity.
The Islamic Revolution Leader discusses Palestine’s occupation by Zionist forces with British and U.S. support post-WWII, and claims the U.S. enabled Israel’s nuclear capabilities. He notes shifting global perception, increasing recognition of the Palestinian struggle, and a stronger resistance movement. Quoting the Quran, he urges steadfastness and opposition to oppression.
Attacks on Muslims, mosques and Islamic centers in England have reached the highest level in the last 10 years, according to recent reports. The British Muslim Council has repeatedly warned of a rise in Islamophobia in the country, with actual numbers of attacks believed to be higher than official reports suggest. Incidents such as the throwing of a pig’s head onto the roof of a mosque in Manchester and the damage caused to the Heatons Islamic Community Foundation in Stockport have raised concerns about the safety of Islamic centers and the Muslim community. Muslims of different nationalities have gathered to condemn these attacks and criticized the British police for not doing enough to ensure their safety.
Hujjat al-Islam Hamid Shahriari, Secretary General of the World Forum for Proximity of Islamic Schools of Thought, welcomed the call of Sheikh Ahmed al-Tayyeb for holding dialogue between Shia and Sunni scholars to reduce tensions in the world of Islam.
Ayatollah Arafi, the head Iran’s seminary, conveyed the Supreme Leader of Iran’s message to Pope Francis during a meeting with the leader of the Catholic Church on Tuesday, June 1.
The Head of Iran’s Seminary Ayatollah Alireza Arafi held a meeting with Pope Francis head of the Catholic Church at the Vatican.
