Saudi Arabia executes Sheikh Nimr

Saudi Arabia has executed Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr in defiance of international calls for the release of the prominent Shia cleric.

Iran urges UN to save Yemeni lives

A senior Iranian diplomat has called on the UN to carry out its responsibility to safeguard the lives of Yemeni people.

Senior cleric highlights need for defending Islam

Ayatollah Makarem-Shirazi has highlighted the need of responding to propaganda being launched by foes against Islam.

Iran calls upon Indians not to prejudge the film

The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has asked Indians not to judge “Muhammad (S), the Messenger of God” until they have seen the film.

Muslim scholars put emphasis on countering terrorism, violence

The Muslim scholars attending the 6th General Assembly of World Assembly of Ahl-ul-Bayt have highlighted the need of countering terrorism and violence.

Imam Khomeini maintained gracefulness, displayed dignity

Imam Khomeini, the founder of the Islamic Republic used to remain clam and displayed dignity through good times and bad times.

Imam Khomeini remembered the oppressed on Eid

The founder of the Islamic Republic used to remind the nations the plight of oppressed people on auspicious occasion of Eid al-Fitr.

what is the significance of Jihad in Islam? Name its different types.