Palestinians prepare for Ramadan in the shadow of Gaza war
Tens of thousands of worshippers are expected every day at the Al Aqsa mosque compound, one of the holiest sites in Islam.
Mon Mar 11 2024
Malaysia strongly condemns storming of Al-Aqsa, attacks on Palestinian worshippers
Wisma Putra said the assault against worshippers, is a deliberate act of provocation and flagrant violation of the sanctity of holy sites.
Wed Sep 20 2023
Kuwait executes man over role in 2015 mosque suicide bombing
The man was convicted over involvement in a suicide attack that killed 27 worshippers in a mosque in 2015, prosecutors said.
Thu Jul 27 2023
Al-Aqsa Mosque raid: UNSC should hold Israel accountable, demand release of Palestinians detainees - PM Anwar
The Israeli forces on Wednesday stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque complex in occupied East Jerusalem for the second night in a row and assaulted Palestinian worshippers at the site.
Thu Apr 06 2023
Malaysia strongly condemns Israeli Forces' attacks on worshippers in Al-Aqsa Mosque
Malaysia has condemned in the strongest terms the latest attacks against worshippers and incursions into the Al-Aqsa Mosque by the forces of the Israeli regime on Wednesday.
Thu Apr 06 2023
Israeli police attack worshippers in Jerusalem's Al Aqsa, Gaza launches rockets at Israel
The Israeli military said nine rockets were fired from Gaza toward Israel after sirens blared in southern towns.
Wed Apr 05 2023
New Zealand mosque shooter files appeal against life sentence
Brenton Tarrant who killed 51 Muslim worshippers at mosques in Christchurch in March 2019, has filed an appeal against his life sentence.
Tue Nov 08 2022
Huge explosion hits Kabul mosque, many casualties feared
The explosion occurred in a mosque among worshippers in Khair Khana area of Kabul, a Taliban intelligence official said.
Thu Aug 18 2022
Mecca businesses see hajj boom ending pandemic slump
Business owners are hoping for a quick recovery as hundreds of thousands of worshippers flock to the region this week.
Sat Jul 09 2022
Hold firm to Islamic principles prohibiting insults against others - Idris
Muslims in this country must adhere to the principles and teachings of Islam which prohibit its worshippers from insulting and sowing the seeds of hatred against other religions.
Tue Jun 07 2022
Malaysia strongly condemns Israeli attack at Al-Aqsa Mosque - PM
Malaysia strongly condemns the attack by Israeli occupation forces on Palestinian civilians and worshippers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque on Friday, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
Sat Apr 16 2022
New Zealand mosque shooter considers appealing life sentence
The man who killed 51 Muslim worshippers at mosques in Christchurch is considering appealing against his life sentence.
Mon Nov 08 2021
Selangor ruler wants number of Friday prayer worshippers at mosques, surau to be increased
Sultan Sharafuddin said this after examining the latest data on the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic which showed a drop in the daily deaths.
Sun Oct 31 2021
Islamic State claims responsibility for mosque attack in Afghan city of Kandahar - Statement
It was the second week in a row that militants bombed Friday prayers and killed dozens of worshippers.
Sat Oct 16 2021
Selangor increases number of worshippers for Friday, obligatory prayers
The number of worshippers for Friday prayers at the Masjid Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz has been increased to 2,000 while 500 congregants for obligatory prayers effective today.
Wed Oct 13 2021
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024