Saudi Arabia has placed a restriction stopping pilgrims from visiting Riyaz ul Jannah (Rowdah) multiple times per year. Pilgrims can now visit it only once per year. To visit again, they have to wait for another year! The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in the kingdom has stated that Muslims […]
Jeddah’s iconic Al-Balad district has been infused with light and joy, resonating with the spirit of Ramadan through a vibrant array of cultural and entertainment activities. Organized by the Saudi Ministry of Culture, these evening festivities are part of a larger program aimed at celebrating the holy month and showcasing […]
ISLAMIC LAW IN THE NEWS “Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Taliban leader, suggested in a newly released audio tape that with the enforcement of Sharia law in Afghanistan, women could face stoning and beating.” For more content and context on harsh interpretations and applications of Islamic criminal law, consult our Editor-in-Chief, Professor […]