Religion Religion 2020-05-19 Houthis run aggressive campaign to collect zakat Observers say the Iran-backed militia does not have the authority to collect zakat, and accuse it of using the funds to finance its war effort. Religion 2020-04-21 Middle East braces for bleak Ramadan as virus threat lingers This year, the fast-spreading COVID-19 threatens to dampen Ramadan like never before, with millions locked down across the Middle East. Religion 2020-02-24 US presses Yemen's Houthis to drop Bahai charges The US has urged the Iran-backed militia to drop the allegations, release those arbitrarily detained, and respect religious freedom for all. Religion 2019-11-04 Houthis exploit religious celebrations to extort Yemenis The militia has been forcibly collecting fees from businesses to fund extravagant celebrations marking the Prophet Mohammed's birthday, residents told Al-Mashareq. Religion 2019-06-04 Yemen roiled by war, divisions as Eid begins As Yemenis begin to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the suffering of the displaced and of the population in general cannot be hidden. Religion 2019-05-06 Iran lays foundation for long-term influence in Syria By consolidating its military, economic, cultural and religious presence in Syria, the Iranian regime seeks to ensure its influence will endure. Religion 2019-03-22 Muslim nations call for measures against Islamophobia after New Zealand attack The Organisation of Islamic Co-operation has called for 'genuine, comprehensive and systematic measures' to address Islamophobia. Religion 2019-03-11 'Human fraternity' document promotes interfaith dialogue The UAE, where the document was signed last month, has launched the Zayed Global Fund for Co-existence as part of its efforts to achieve the principles of fraternity and tolerance. Religion 2019-02-06 Yemen ministry opens registration for hajj The Hajj and Umrah Department of the Ministry of Religious Endowment and Guidance on Wednesday opened the registration process for 45 days. Religion 2019-02-05 Pope Francis holds historic public mass in UAE The pope's public comments in Abu Dhabi have centered on calls to end wars across the Middle East and protect the rights of all citizens. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next
