The theocratic government is repurposing folklore and patriotic anthems as it seeks to channel national outrage into ...

Lebanese security forces raided a Beirut neighborhood after Hezbollah-affiliated gunmen marched in the streets during a Shi’ite Ashura festival. The Lebanese government said the public display of arms ...

As Jews approach Tisha b”Av (the 9th of Av this year falls on August 3rd) it is important to remember that destruction need not lead to despair, negativity, skepticism and surrender. Each day should ...

Tunisia’s Shi’a minority can now hold public commemorations under President Kais Saied but not all citizens see this as a ...

While the first three parts of the series explored the history of Shiite Islam and how the lack of an earthly imam formed ...

The world may be witnessing Khamenei’s attempt to restore his image—though whether he, or someone else, is behind it remains unclear.

Each year, the thick, porridge-like soup is made in a large, communal pot with sometimes dozens of cooks taking part in the ...

Shia Muslims commemorate Ashura to honour the martyrdom of Hussein. In Lebanon, the Shia community unites in the face of ...

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was seen in public over the weekend for the first time since Israel began its ...

The tenth day of Muharram, commonly referred to as Ashura, was observed worldwide with deep reverence on Sunday. Millions participated in somber processions to honor the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam ...