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As Islam grows in Russia, Muslim prisoners struggle to practise their faith

Fasting, praying and eating according to religious rules is impossible in some jails, ex-prisoners and groups say.

Al Jazeera · Mar 17, 2025

Saudi reforms are softening Islam's role, but critics warn the kingdom will still take a hard line against dissent

The crown prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, or “MBS,” is bringing a new vision of a “moderate, balanced” Saudi Islam by minimizing the role of Saudi religious institutions once seen as critical to the monarchy.

The Conversation · Sep 5, 2023

The EU pays Africa’s brutal militias to lock up migrants. Britain wants to follow suit

Torture, rape and death are the results of a policy to keep desperate people away from Europe

The Guardian - UK · Jun 4, 2023

Saudi Arabia Receives Six Prizes in ISEF 2022

King Abdulaziz and his Companions Foundation for Giftness and Creativity 'Mawhiba' as well as the Saudi Ministry of Education have received six prizes at the International Scientific and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2022 held in the US State of Georgia on May 7-13, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The Saudi science…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 14, 2022

As Beijing Olympics begin, exiled Uyghurs fight for families oppressed in China

ISTANBUL — Surely his son would know his voice, Abdurahman Tohti thought.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 2, 2022

Saudi Arabia's Green National Flag Flutters for 3 Centuries

Late historian Abdul Rahman Ruwaished has documented the evolution of the national banner over the centuries, with focus on the history of the Saudi national flag. He has examined medals and military ranks that he believed were cornerstones of national devotion.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 28, 2022