“When will it be right to be Muslim and gay?”
Background The above question has been the subject of a lingering controversy over the last few weeks, spawning heated, emotional…
“We only die once” – Turkey’s Call to Arms to protect Jerusalem
Turkey says it has been rallying together an international peacekeeping force as the world looks on in horror at the…
“Vote Today; Be Kafir Tomorrow”: The Issue of Voting
That season of jostling for space to express a view on voting has once again descended upon the population here…
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Beating bad breath during Ramadān
Introduction This month is a sacred time for all Muslims when we are required to abstain from all food and drink during daylight hours in order to obey the one we love, Allāh the Most High. However, hunger and thirst are not the only obstacles during this month, a common…
Who cares about murdered Palestinian teenagers?
Where is the condemnation for the killing of Palestinian teenagers? The discovery of the bodies of three Israeli teenage settlers is deeply saddening and our thoughts and prayers are with their families. These deaths have been rightly condemned by the world. FOA calls on the global community and governments in…
Towards a strategy for Muslims in Europe
Background Since their main immigration after the Second World War, Muslims in Europe have been living a relatively easy life. However, the proliferation of Islamic symbols and Muslim numbers has changed the mood of the establishments that really control most European states. Liberal Europe woke up to see another way…
The start of Ramadān & the days of ‘Īd
All praise is due to Allāh, may peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family and all his Companions. Many questions are asked by Muslims residing in non-Islamic countries concerning how one assures the start of the month of Ramadān and the days of ‘Īd al-Fitr and ‘Īd…
A Letter from the Terrorised Muslims of Sri Lanka
A Letter from the Muslims of Sri Lanka – after Buddhist Mob’s Terrorism and Devastation To those who are concerned about the Muslims of Sri Lanka, May the peace and blessings of Allah be upon you. We, the Muslims of Sri Lanka would like to give you a brief overview…
Essex Muslim Murder: Blood on their Hands
On Tuesday 17th June, 31-year-old Nahid Almanea was brutally beaten and then stabbed 16 times to death in broad daylight. She died at the scene from injuries to her body, head, neck and arms. No personal belongings were taken excluding robbery as a motive; however the victim was dressed in…
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Why are new Muslims leaving Islam?
“I don’t know if you can help me; I don’t even know where to start.…
Attractive Hijabs & Shari’ah
Living in the west, the hijab has become a potent indicator of identity with many…
A James O’Brien masterclass in how to deal with people demanding Muslims apologise for #Charliehebdo
http://audioboom.com/boos/2784684-a-james-o-brien-masterclass-in-how-to-deal-with-people-demanding-that-muslims-apologise-for-charliehebdo/ Read today's post: In response to last night's shocking BBC Panorama by Dr Salman Butt Read…
Reply from Dr. Haitham Al-Haddad to allegations made in the Daily Mail & Sunday Times newspaper
I was deeply saddened on Sunday morning to see the article in your newspaper maligning…
