Doctor released after spending 17 years in US prison for humanitarian work
Muslim physician and philanthropist Dr Rafil Dhafir was placed in solitary confinement and was subjected to lockdown in total darkness and near-freezing temperatures all whilst his health continued to deteriorate. He has now finally returned home…
Muslim charity calls on Charity Commission to end inquiry after police return seized funds
Human Aid has accused the Commission of applying “undue scrutiny” to Muslim charities, and that premature escalation to a statutory enquiry should be seen "in the context of a larger pattern of harassment of Muslim Charities at UK borders."
Condolences on the passing of Shaykh Zahir Mahmood’s mother
The Islam21c team would like to extend their sincerest condolences to Shaykh Zahir Mahmood (and his family) whose mother has passed away to meet her Lord (subḥānahu wa taʿālā). May Allāh have mercy upon her.
Symposium: Scholars and Imams discuss Ramadan during coronavirus pandemic
The Islamic Council of Europe arranged a Scholars and Imams Online Symposium to discuss and agree upon Ramadan guidelines in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
Beginning of Ramadan 1441 – 2020
Islam21c can confirm the beginning of the sacred month of Ramaḍān 1441, based on eye-witness testimony. The official declaration of the Supreme Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will be given in the coming hours, In Shā’ Allāh. The 1st day of the sacred month of Ramadān 1441 will be on Friday 24th April 2020. Download your location’s Ramaḍān calendar for your exact location here. This Ramaḍān will be the BEST Ramadān so far In Shā’ Allāh. We ask Allāh (subḥānahu wa taʿālā) to allow us to witness it. Read Now: Fasting & Prayer Times will be different this…
Modi’s India: Hospitals refuse to admit Muslims as coronavirus conspiracy theories target Muslims
The outbreak of the coronavirus has provided a fresh opportunity for a new wave of Islamophobia to grip the Indian Muslim community. False claims that Muslims are responsible for the pandemic have escalated into attacks and boycotts across the country.
Saudi Arabia: Security forces kill man who refused to give up his property
“I would not be surprised if they come and kill me in my home now like they do in Egypt, throw weapons in your home and call you a terrorist… this is my home and I’ll protect it.”
Coronavirus: Top British scientist says Vaccine could be ready as early as September
Senior professor of vaccinology at the University of Oxford says that she is "80% confident" a COVID-19 vaccine being developed by her team will work, as researchers are ready to begin human trials in the next two weeks.
Coronavirus: Muslim organisations respond to crisis through volunteering initiatives
As the world continues to react to the growing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Muslim activists and institutions are responding by providing more and more volunteer initiatives across the UK, alhamdulillāh.
Breaking: US and Taliban sign historic deal to end war in Afghanistan
The peace deal aims to end the war in Afghanistan, pave the way for the complete withdrawal of US troops, and steer talks within Afghanistan to decide the future of the country.