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Attack on Shiraz Shrine
The reprehensible attack on Iran's revered Shiraz shrine stands as a tragic testament to the depths of intolerance and hatred that threaten the fabric of our world. The sanctity of this site, brimming with...
Bahraini Interior Minister Bars Shia Scholars and Reciters During Muharram
Bahrain's Interior Minister is preventing Shia scholars and religious reciters from entering Bahrain during Muharram.
1. According to Sheikh Rashid, Bahrain is not considered a religious tourism destination, especially for gatherings during Ashura/Muharram, which attracts...
Taliban restrict the Muharram program for Shia Muslims
Shia Muslims in Afghanistan constitute a significant minority within the predominantly Sunni Muslim population. Shia communities in Afghanistan have historically faced various challenges and forms of discrimination. Under the rule of the Taliban, who...
Muharram 2023
Late July 2023 coincides with the Holy month of Muharram. Shia Muslims face heightened rates of human rights violations this month as their open and visible rituals make them targets for anti-Shiism.
In advance of...