Quran
Europe
U.S. Warns of Possible Terror Attacks in Turkey After Quran Burning
The U.S. embassy in Turkey issued a warning on Monday about possible attacks against churches, synagogues and diplomatic missions following Quran-burning incidents in Europe.
It is the second warning issued by the U.S. in the last four days. The alert...
Culture
What is Sharia Law and How Does it Affect Women?
The Taliban, a militant Islamist group in Afghanistan, have seized control of the country as the United States and its allies evacuate its troops from the region. A core dimension of the Taliban is its implementation of its own...
Europe
First Call to Prayer from Inside Hagia Sophia in 85 Years
July 1st was marked as the first time in 85 years when a muezzin called the faithful to prayer from inside Hagia Sophia in Istanbul.
The azan call was broadcast from its minarets following July 1's Laylat al-Qadr, or night...
Europe
First Modern-Day Quran Recitation in Hagia Sophia Takes Place on Greek Easter Saturday
The historic Istanbul cathedral and museum, Hagia Sophia, witnessed its first Quran recitation under its roof after 85 years on Greek Easter Saturday, Anadolu agency reported.
On April 11th the imam at modern Ahmet Hamdi Akseki Mosque in the capital...
Greece
Turkey Opposes Letting Greece Name Imams
Turkish officials have slammed legislation that will enable Greek authorities to appoint imams at state schools and mosques in Western Thrace.
The amendment voted this week, which will allow religious teachers to teach the Quran, is expected to curb the...