Politics

The masjid: place of worship or centre of influence?

Mawlana Tahir Talati

From preserving Islamic identity to strengthening civic influence, the evolving role of the masjid in contemporary Britain.

Jordan aims to affirm custodianship of Al-Aqsa Mosque, fearing Israeli-backed Saudi takeover

Hamza Saleem 6 Min Read

“Al-Aqsa Mosque shall be entered through the gate of its owners [Jordanian and Palestinian authorities], not through the gate of the Israeli occupation.”

Turkey: Erdoğan invites EU to enter into discussions

Shaheer Choudhury 4 Min Read

Erdoğan invites EU to enter into discussions as EU leaders consider imposing further sanctions over regional disputes.

Israeli occupation forces launch deadly air strikes on occupied Gaza Strip

Muhammad Mussa 3 Min Read

Gaza City, Khan Younis, and Rafah among cities targeted in raids following accusations of an alleged rocket attack.

‘Enlightenment Islam’: French President Macron fires ultimatum at Muslim leaders

Shaheer Choudhury 3 Min Read

President Macron fires ultimatum at Muslim leaders as part of a broad clampdown on Islam.

Anti-Semitism Saga: Corbyn’s lawyers challenge Labour over suspension

Dr. Izzadeen Chowdhury 5 Min Read

The Labour party has been consumed by infighting over the decision not to restore the whip.

It’s Time to Respond to Statutory Relationships & Sex Education

Yusuf Patel 10 Min Read

We have a responsibility to stand up to protect the right to raise and nurture our children in line with our values. If we do not stand up to the intrusion of