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The “National Moonsighting Committee Nigeria shared updated financial thresholds for Muslims in Nigeria, based on Islamic law. These figures, given in Nigerian Naira, cover Zakat Nisab, dowry, theft limits, and blood money (Diyya).” In Malaysia, “a complaint about a prayer hall in Ampang illustrates how technical disagreements can escalate into controversial questions about identity….While the… CONTINUE READING

“The supreme leader of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan Hibatullah Akundzada has called on religious scholars to strengthen the implementation of Sharia and preserve the history of jihad.” For more content and context on the recent developments in Afghanistan, consult our Editor-in-Chief Professor Intisar Rabb’s “Resource Roundup: Afghanistan, the Taliban, and Islamic Law.” “A televised… CONTINUE READING

“Muslim mourners typically recite the Janazah, an Islamic funeral prayer, at a mosque. But the three men being buried [last week] died as heroes, so the walls of the Islamic Center of San Diego [California] could not hold the vast number of people who wanted to pay tribute to them.” “Pakistan has restarted the export… CONTINUE READING

In Saudi Arabia, “the Presidency of Religious Affairs unveiled an updated AI-powered Manara Robot deployed at Masjid al-Haram (the Grand Mosque in Makkah) and Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah).” “The Council of Muslim Elders said that protecting homelands, safeguarding their security and preserving societal unity are among the highest objectives of Islamic Law.”… CONTINUE READING

The “halal food market is estimated to be valued at USD 1,426.57 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 3,356.15 Bn in 2033, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.0% from 2026 to 2033.” “Iranians have had internet access for just 6.5 per cent of 2026 so far, according to connectivity… CONTINUE READING

“Repeated testimonies and data show that depriving women of inheritance remains an entrenched social pattern in Syria, fed by a mix of family pressure and informal traditions, despite clear legal frameworks that guarantee these rights.” “Islamic finance and its long-term contribution to sustainable development were the focus of debate at the 8th international conference…at the… CONTINUE READING

“Stakeholders are promoting Islamic microfinance as a solution to financial exclusion in the Philippines, following a capacity-building workshop at Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology.” “Morocco’s Justice Minister, Abdellatif Ouahbi, has sparked controversy after saying that a woman’s testimony should carry the same legal weight as that of a man under Moroccan law.” In Nigeria,… CONTINUE READING

“While Islamic law recognizes that war may sometimes become necessary, particularly in self-defense, it places strict limits on how war may be conducted.” Halal tourism “provides services and facilities in accordance with Islamic law so Muslim travelers can observe their faith without compromising their travel experience.” In Indonesia, the “Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and… CONTINUE READING

“Zealous officials burned their predecessors’ romance novels. Now, young Muslim women in northern Nigeria publish their erotic books in installments on WhatsApp.” In Nigeria, “the Katsina State Hisbah Board (KTSHB), Dandume Division, has arrested several suspects accused of mixing palm oil with water and selling it to unsuspecting customers.” In Indonesia, the “Ministry of Hajj… CONTINUE READING

In Brunei Darussalam, a recent Friday sermon “emphasised the importance of upholding Islamic law as a foundation for justice, social harmony and national stability” in the country. In the UAE, “Al Muntada Al Islami held a specialised scientific seminar titled ‘Codifying Fiqh and Its Contemporary Applications’ over two days, with participation from leading academics, judges,… CONTINUE READING