The Unthought in Islam: The Shi`a and Shi`ism in the Western Diaspora

The Edinburgh workshop addressed Shii perceptions about being Shii in Scotland, the UK and elsewhere in the Western diaspora. The workshop was held in Edinburgh over 5-7 May, 2017 and included academic presentations and discussions by representatives of the faith community itself.

SMC Statement on Barcelona Attack

Terrorism is a curse of our times that distresses the hearts of all upstanding human beings who inhabit our world. The cruelty of these assassins, has yet again, brought terror and trepidation to all, world over.The Barcelona attack appears to be yet another manifestation of the intolerant and bigoted ideology of considering one self superior than another.

Death sentences of Shiites point to limits of Saudi reforms

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates – Saudi Arabia’s new crown prince hopes to transform the kingdom and modernize society, but the planned execution of 14 Shiite protesters charged with violence against security forces suggests the government’s handling of sectarian tensions and unrest remains unchanged.

For more, see analysis by ADHRB.

Inside the Saudi town that’s been under siege for three months by its own government

When Donald Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia on his first trip abroad as US President in May, officials in Riyadh made a spectacular effort to promote the idea of unity in the Muslim world, inviting more than 100 leaders of Muslim nations to attend the Arab Islamic American Summit with the new President.

See also Shia Rights Watch.

Opinion | An Ally Is Set to Execute Critics. Will Mr. Trump Be Silent?

Mujtaba al-Sweikat was a bright 17-year-old student on his way to visit Western Michigan University when he was arrested at King Fahd Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 2012. Since then, Mr. Sweikat has been in Saudi custody, subjected to torture, including beatings so severe his shoulder was broken, in order to extract confessions that sealed his fate: condemned to death, likely by beheading.

See also The Independent.
See also The Washington Post.

Calls to stop Saudi executions, UK MPs call for Rajab’s release VOB.ORG

International pressure is mounting on the Saudi regime to stop the execution of 14 innocent citizens from the Eastern Province. They are accused of taking part in anti-regime protests in 2011. Maya Foa, director of Reprieve, the human rights campaign group, called for Britain and America to step in.

New Book Release: “An American Preacher: Nuances of Islam in the West” | IECOC | Islamic Educational Center of Orange County

We are pleased to announce the release of Dr. Sayed Moustafa al-Qazwini’s new book, An American Preacher: Nuances of Islam in the West. In this new publication, Dr. Qazwini draws on his wisdom from experiences from over three decades to provide insight into the various challenges and opportunities that Muslims face in presenting their faith.

MAR Chicago: Support a Mosque in South Side Chicago | LaunchGood

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WF: 40 Years On Part One – The Genesis of WF | The World Federation of KSIMC

That’s how it was then !

Part Two may be found here.