Opinion
Pakistan a peacemaker or US puppet in Iran war?
Behind the language of mediation in the US–Iran war lies a familiar pattern of dependency, where Pakistan operates within a framework it does not control.
Do we go for Jihad in Syria?
*Click here to donate to the Emergency Syria Relief Appeal by UWT All praises be to Allah and may peace and blessings be upon the Prophet. The situation in Syria undeniably compels…
The Egyptian elections: Victory for Mohammed Morsi
The victory for Mohammed Mursi of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt's presidential election is a milestone in the history of modern Arab countries. After having been imprisoned by the ex-president Husni Mubarak,…
Madrasah’s R Us
"I don't know how to read the Qur'an, but I want my son to be able to." I remember smiling politely at this mother who had been explaining the reasons why…
The National Trust and the Muslim Duty
“It is He who has made you custodians, inheritors of the earth.” (Qur’an, 6:165) At the beginning of 2011, the PEW research centre released statistics stating that Muslims currently make up one…
Muslims & Disability: Journey to Inclusion
Our last article by Somayya Patel discussed the plight of deaf and disabled Muslims in the UK and their lack of access to Islamic education. This week, we are continuing the theme…
Being Deaf and Muslim
A deaf brother walks into the Mosque and begins his ablutions incorrectly. A few elderly men mock his mistakes. Fortunately, a brother who is able to sign is present, and helps the…