Football Star Roberto Carlos Not Converted to Islam
Roberto Carlos has confirmed that he has not converted to Islam, but has immense respect for it. Brazilian…
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Turkish Man and His Wife Wins Hajj 2027 Slot After 17-Year Wait
Diyanet draws 84,942 hajj slots in Ankara as families wait up to 17 years for the chance to go.
Saudi Arabia and Turkey Sign Railway Deal to Link Europe with Makkah and Madinah
Two MoUs signed in Riyadh on 9 June 2026 lay the groundwork for an overland rail corridor passing through Makkah al-Mukarramah, Madinah al-Munawwarah and NEOM.
Dugalica Mosque Reopens in Bosnia After 1992 Destruction
Ottoman-era mosque in Nevesinje restored to original design with Türkiye’s support, reopening draws hundreds of Bosniaks.
Saudi Arabia and Türkiye Plan Railway from Jeddah to Istanbul via Holy Cities
A feasibility study is due by end of 2026, reviving a route with roots in Ottoman history.
Man Who Tried to Burn Hagia Sophia Mosque Arrested
42-year-old suspect detained after igniting a book that sparked a small fire on the mosque carpet.
Turkish Magazine Faces Backlash and Arrests Over Controversial Cartoon of Prophet Muhammad and Musa
LeMan magazine’s depiction of two figures labeled “Muhammad” and “Musa” sparked protests in Istanbul and led to the detention of editors for “insulting religious values.”
Turkish Cyclist Embarks on Hajj 2025 Journey from Germany
26-year-old Burak Ozturk pedals across 10 countries in spiritual quest to reach Saudi Arabia before June pilgrimage.
Turkish Author Iskender Pala’s Daughter-in-Law Converts to Islam
The event symbolized a harmonious blending of cultures and faiths, celebrating Saito’s spiritual milestone while reflecting the warmth and inclusivity of the Islamic tradition.
Massive Data Leak Exposes Millions of Muslim App Users
Downloaded over 1 million times from the Google Play Store, the app is widely used by Muslims to read, study, and learn the Quran, as well as for assistance with prayer practices.
4 Rivers of Jannah on Earth with Locations
As stated in a hadith from Sahih Muslim, the four rivers we observe on Earth are also present in Jannah (Paradise).
Ahmed Abdul Majid: Person Who Introduced Electricity to Masjid an-Nabawi
In the late 19th century, Ahmed Abdul Majid, the 31st Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, made a decision that changed Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet’s Mosque, in Medina.
Five Wounded in Mosque Stabbing in Turkey
The attack took place outside Sehit Rustem Demirbas Park mosque in Eskisehir.
Turkey Converts Another Ancient Church Into A Mosque
Byzantine Chora Church was turned into a mosque back in 2020, but in 2024, after undergoing several structural changes it is now formally opened for prayers.
Bademlik Mosque’s Minaret Collapses Due to Strong Winds
Disaster strikes at the historic mosque in Turkey in the province of Izmir.