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Kuwait News Agency
03-08-2025
- Politics
- Kuwait News Agency
Muslim World League condemns extremist settlers' storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque
JEDDAH, Aug 3 (KUNA) -- The Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned Sunday the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Jewish settlers and officials as part of ongoing occupation violations against Islamic holy sites, as well as provocations against Muslims worldwide. In a statement, Secretary-General of the League Dr. Mohammad Al-Issa denounced the heinous crime as a blatant violation of the sanctity of Islamic holy places. Al-Issa also warned of the serious consequences of the Israeli occupation's continued criminal actions and escalating violations. Earlier in the day, Israeli occupation's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, along with a large group of Jewish settlers, stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque. (end)
Saudi Gazette
31-07-2025
- General
- Saudi Gazette
Muslim World League launches first global set of Murattal Qur'ans
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Muslim World League (MWL) has officially launched its first set of Murattal (recited) Qur'ans during a special ceremony at its headquarters in Makkah, attended by prominent Qur'an reciters and scholars from across the Islamic world. Secretary General of the League and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, Sheikh Dr. Mohammad Al-Issa, emphasized the League's commitment to producing Murattal Qur'ans that meet the highest scholarly and technical standards approved by the MWL's Global Council of Qur'anic Recitation Masters. Dr. Al-Issa noted that the recordings will be available free of charge worldwide and that the project is a testament to Saudi Arabia's ongoing support for Islamic causes. He also highlighted the MWL's dedication to ensuring scientific precision in every aspect of the recitation project. He further announced the League's plans to continue developing and expanding the Murattal Qur'an initiative through global strategic partnerships, particularly to aid Qur'anic education in non-Arabic-speaking countries and digital initiative, he said, reflects the MWL's vision of collaborative Islamic work in service of the Holy Qur'an.
Saudi Gazette
24-06-2025
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Combating hate speech figures high during meeting of MWL chief with UK parliament speaker
Saudi Gazette report LONDON — Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Dr. Mohammad Al-Issa met with Speaker of the UK House of Commons Sir Lindsay Hoyle in London. Their discussions focused mainly on combating hate speech and all forms of discrimination and exclusion that undermine the national spirit, especially when such actions originate from influential legal or institutional entities. They also discussed topics such as the foundations of social cohesion in societies characterized by religious and ethnic diversity, notably mutual respect and the importance of enacting legislation that addresses threats to national unity. Al-Issa underscored that the vast majority of Muslims in British society demonstrate strong religious and national awareness. He noted that discordant voices—wherever they may arise—are isolated incidents that reflect only the views of individuals and do not represent the values of Islam. The UK Parliament also hosted a meeting with Sheikh Al-Issa at its London headquarters in which the speaker and several members of Parliament attended. Discussions focused on strengthening integration and harmony among the components of British society, combating extremism and hatred, and highlighting the efforts of the MWL in building bridges between civilizations and promoting mutual understanding among peoples.
Arab News
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
New platform, pavilion inaugurated at Prophet's biography museum in Madinah
RIYADH: A new pavilion and an interactive digital platform have been inaugurated at the International Fair and Museum of the Prophet's Biography and Islamic Civilization in Madinah. The new additions to the museum were inaugurated by Prince Salman bin Sultan, Governor of Madinah, in the presence of Mohammad Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Supervisor-General of the museum. The new pavilion offers a documented presentation of Madinah through more than 20 sections, covering the most important historical, cultural, and social monuments and landmarks of the holy city during the era of the Prophet Muhammad. It also includes a panorama of the Prophet's Chamber and presents a simulation of the construction of the Prophet's Mosque, the Prophetic medicine tent, and the Prophet's daily routine. Ethaf, the new digital platform, allows visitors to explore the Prophet's biography through virtual tours, with access to a library of over 350 books and encyclopedias in the service of the Holy Qur'an and the Prophetic Sunnah, translated into several languages. The governor also visited the pavilion showcasing the Kingdom's efforts in serving Qur'an, Sunnah, and the Two Holy Mosques, and was briefed on its work and efforts to highlight the message of Islam.
Asharq Al-Awsat
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Gulf Remembers Pope as a Symbol of Tolerance, Dialogue
Gulf nations remember Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, who passed away at the age of 88, as a global symbol of tolerance and dialogue between civilizations. Due to his spiritual stature and worldwide influence, Dr. Mohammad Al-Issa, Secretary General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Association of Muslim Scholars, met with Pope Francis twice. Their first meeting took place on May 28, 2023, at the pope's residence in Santa Marta, in a landmark encounter reflecting the Muslim World League's role in promoting effective dialogue, transparent understanding, and positive cooperation among followers of different religions and cultures. The meeting included discussions on shared values and building bridges between civilizations, as well as addressing the challenges of religious and ideological extremism in all its forms, including hate, racism, marginalization, and exclusion. The second meeting between Al-Issa and the Pope took place on December 23, 2024, with the same objective in mind. The most significant event in the Gulf's relationship with the late Pope Francis was his historic visit to the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain. On February 3, 2019, Pope Francis became the first pontiff to visit the Arabian Peninsula, following an invitation from Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to participate in an interfaith dialogue conference. During his visit to the UAE, the Pope led a mass at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi on February 5, attended by approximately 120,000 people. For the UAE, which is home to more than one million Christians, the majority of whom are Catholics, the visit underscored the nation's commitment to tolerance and cultural diversity. Christians in the UAE make up about one-ninth of the population, and they enjoy a life of dignity, respect, and equality in a country that has become a model of inclusivity. Abu Dhabi saw the establishment of the first church in the UAE in 1965, a Catholic church named 'St. Joseph's.' The first mass in Abu Dhabi was held in 1958 at the Al Hosn Palace. In the neighboring Emirate of Dubai, the first church, 'St. Mary's,' was built in 1967. Today, the UAE is home to 45 churches. Pope's Visit to Bahrain From November 3 to 6, 2022, the late Pope Francis visited Bahrain, where he met with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and senior officials. The Pope's visit was part of his ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with the Islamic world, following his historic trip to the UAE in 2019. During his time in Bahrain, Pope Francis addressed a dialogue forum on coexistence, organized by the Muslim Council of Elders, based in the UAE. He also met with Sheikh Ahmed El-Tayeb of Al-Azhar, with whom he had signed a joint document on interfaith coexistence during his visit to the UAE. The Pope led a grand mass at the Bahrain National Stadium, attended by Christian church leaders from Bahrain and the region, as well as more than 28,000 people representing 111 nationalities. In his address, the Pope emphasized the principles of peace and love for all. Bahrain is home to 18 churches representing various Christian denominations. The country witnessed the construction of its first Christian church in 1906, the National Evangelical Church, which is the oldest church in Bahrain and the Gulf. In 1939, the first Catholic church in Bahrain and the Gulf was built, the Sacred Heart Church. In 2021, the largest Catholic church in the region, Our Lady of Arabia Cathedral, was inaugurated. Located in Al A'ali, the cathedral covers 9,000 square meters and can accommodate more than 2,300 people, with its outdoor plaza holding over 6,000 visitors and worshippers. The final stop of the Pope's four-day visit to Bahrain was at the Sacred Heart Church, built in 1939 on land donated by the ruler at the time. Christians in Kuwait Kuwait is the second Gulf state, after Bahrain, with a Christian community comprising 262 individuals. The majority of Christians in both Kuwait and Bahrain trace their origins to southeastern Türkiye, Iraq, and Palestine. On January 8, 1999, Emmanuel Gharib was ordained as a priest and pastor of the National Evangelical Church, making him the first Gulf national to attain this position. Pastor Emmanuel founded the 'National Evangelical Church' diwaniya in Kuwait, a space for discussions on the latest social, political, and economic developments. The church was built on land purchased by the US mission in 1914 to construct a men's hospital. According to a 2014 US State Department report on religious freedoms, there are over 200 Kuwaiti Christians spread across eight families, in addition to around 450,000 expatriate Christians residing in the country.
