Salafism News Monitoring

The backlash against NU’s religious diplomacy

On 24 August 2025, the former academic Peter Berkowitz delivered a lecture at the National Leadership Academy (AKN NU), the highest tier of cadre training by Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), Indonesia’s largest Islamic mass organisation. Berkowitz, now a senior …

For Gujarat Police, Beard, Niqab Make ‘Radicalisation’ Checklist, Cow Vigilantism Doesn’t

New Delhi: “Should we shave our beards, start punishing ourselves for being born Muslim?” asks Firuz Khan, a young graduate living in Surat, as he looks at the Gujarat Police’s new ‘anti-radicalisation’ Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) being widely …

U.S.’s Overture to Ahmed Al-Sharaa: A Risky Bet on 'Reformed' Islamism

The recent declaration by President Donald Trump indicating a willingness to remove Syria from the U.S. State Department’s list of state sponsors of terrorism marks a perilous pivot in American foreign policy. Coupled with optimistic projections regarding …

Terrorism has gone cyber – and the world isn’t ready

From Crocus to AI chatbots, extremist groups like ISKP show how the dark web, crypto, and AI are outpacing global defenses In March 2026, two years after the Crocus City Hall massacre in Moscow, a military court in Russia sentenced the perpetrators. The …

Amsterdam Islamic school guilty of mismanagement, inspectors say

July 10, 2026 Cornelius Haga Lyceum in Amsterdam. Photo: Marcel Antonisse/ANP/Hollandse Hoogte See more DutchNews articles in your Google search results See more DutchNews articles in your Google search results Add as a favourite source on Google …

The Return of the Islamic State in Syria?

The Islamic State (ISIS) has maintained a low-level insurgency and a terrorist campaign in Syria. Conducting frequent asymmetric operations, the most recent incident is the Damascus Cafe Bombing on July 2, 2026. At least nine people were killed and 22 …

A Tribune for the upper-middle classes

Tribune, long the publication of the Labour left, is launching its summer issue with a talk entitled, ‘What now for the left?’. Featuring Oliver Eagleton, Grace Blakeley, Barnaby Raine and Matt Kennard, the discussion line-up tells us almost everything we …

Kurdistan Islamic scholars seek action against dismissed lecturer

2026-07-02T14:11:12+00:00 font Enable Reading Mode A- A A+ Shafaq News- Erbil The Union of Islamic Scholars in the Kurdistan Region on Thursday called on Al-Sulaymaniyah's Directorate of Endowments and Religious Affairs to take legal and administrative …

Under the Shadow of the Beard: Sexual harassment allegations shake powerful Kurdish Salafi cleric

  SULAIMANI, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – Once celebrated as a leading conservative religious scholar and university lecturer, Abdul Latif Ahmed Mustafa, or Abdul Latif Salafi, now finds himself at the heart of a scandal shaking the foundations of the …

Islamic Extremists Abduct Students in Nigeria  

On Monday morning, Gunmen attacked Government Day Secondary School in Lassa, Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno state while students were sitting for National Examinations Council examinations, abducting students and school staff and killing at …

'Don't live in a cocoon': Jais rebuked over raid on Shia Muslim gathering

A multi-agency raid led by the Selangor Islamic Religious Department (Jais) on a private event by Shia Muslims has again raised questions about local Islamic bureaucrats’ tolerance of intra-Islamic diversity, with a prominent critic saying the action not …

The Prophet, a figure central to Islam's inherent complexities

The idea that the physical body of the Prophet Muhammad is as important to the spreading of his message as his words and deeds is a complicated – and an oddly compelling – one that echoes Christian belief as expressed in the communion of the faithful …

What’s Next for Wealthy Texas Islamism?

More than 700 Islamic nonprofit organizations operate across Texas. An ideological survey and mapping of these groups indicates that at least a third operate under the influence or control of one of seven terror-tied Islamist networks active in the state. …

Slam Dunk on the Mogadishu Court: The Islamic Courts Union of Somalia

  2026 brings a seminal anniversary to the history of Somalia and East Africa, but also an important and overlooked one in modern American history. It marks twenty years since the United States cooperated with Ethiopia in an invasion of Somalia, …

Sentencing delayed for man who stabbed garda and set fire to Conor McGregor's pub

14:21, 13 Jul 2026Updated 14:31, 13 Jul 2026 Abdullah Khan in stills from the social media image of the incident. The sentencing of a man who pleaded guilty to stabbing a police officer and setting fire to a pub owned by Conor McGregor has been pushed back …

Alevi neighborhoods see growing presence of religious orders

Alevi neighborhoods in Turkey have long been subjected to various forms of pressure. Today, Alevis are struggling to preserve their faith and culture while facing the growing influence of both criminal gangs and Islamist religious communities. Religious …

A new book reclaims the 1,400-year Muslim history of Europe — challenging myth of a purely Judeo-Christian continent

LONDON (MNTV) — When Tharik Hussain stood in the ruins of Muslim cities in Spain and Portugal that had street lighting and plumbing while London languished in mud and squalor, he was confronting a history that most Europeans — and most European Muslims — …

Sahel collapse: State partition, rising militias and risk to Europe

Mali’s escalating crisis reveals how state failure, insurgency and resource competition increasingly intertwine. Touareg separatists in the Kidal region of Mali. © Getty Images ×In a nutshell Western withdrawal empowered militias, jihadists more than …

Isis supporter who stabbed garda and set fire to Conor McGregor's pub yet to learn fate as court told reason for delay

12:41, 13 Jul 2026 Abdullah Khan in stills from the social media image of the incident. The sentencing of a man who pleaded guilty to stabbing a police officer and setting fire to a pub owned by Conor McGregor has been pushed back because of delays caused …

ORDINARY EXCEPTIONALISM BY BOB HOEBEKE OFFERS POWERFUL MODERN PARABLES OF FAITH, PURPOSE, AND EXTRAORDINARY GRACE

Bob Hoebeke’s moving new collection invites readers to discover how God can use ordinary lives for exceptional impact. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bob Hoebeke, a builder, entrepreneur, longtime man of faith, and …

Hope Fitzgerald, Spiritual Guide and Author, Shares Her Journey and the Transformational Power of the Infinity Wave®

The Infinity Wave® provides individuals with a practical spiritual tool to quiet the mind, navigate change, and experience greater emotional well-being LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some of life's …

Federal Court Finds Lummi Nation Likely to Succeed in Lawsuit over Disturbance of Ancestral Burial Sites

Court Orders Advance Notice Before Any Further Ground-Disturbing Work in Point Roberts BELLINGHAM, WA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal judge yesterday granted significant preliminary relief to the Lummi Nation in its …

Sunny Glen Children's Home Youth Honored in Washington, D.C., for Writing on Youth Violence

SAN BENITO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A youth in the care of Sunny Glen Children's Home was honored in Washington, D.C., this week for a personal essay on the impact of violence, selected from students nationwide …

Rand Group expands Sage partnership into Canada

Expansion brings Sage Intacct expertise, implementation services, and long-term support to Canadian organizations HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rand Group, a professional services firm specializing in ERP, CRM, …

American Friends of NATAL Rallies Support for Trauma Care at Hamptons Events, New IDF Partnership & Expanding Impact

American Friends of NATAL expands global mental health programs, partners with the IDF for trauma care, and announces its annual NYC Gala on Nov 10. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an ongoing effort to raise …

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LEGENDS OF GOSPEL: VEGAS RESIDENCY Featuring The Clark Sisters, Deitrick Haddon and Fred Hammond Announced

IKON Presents & Dr. Holly Carter Announce The First Gospel Residency on the Las Vegas Strip in 60 Years, The Theater at Virgin Hotels October 8 & 9, 2026 LAS VEGAS, CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IKON Presents …

ActsSocial Publicly Launches as Faith-First Social Platform Built on Community Instead of Outrage

Already connecting more than 7,000 verified members across 195 countries, the ad-free platform offers a new vision for meaningful online connection MCKINNEY, TX, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when many people are …

LEAD Against Trafficking Launches Statewide Campaign Urging Ohio Senate Vote on Bipartisan Anti-Trafficking Bills

HB 47 and HB 88 passed the Ohio House with overwhelming bipartisan support but remain stalled in the Senate Judiciary Committee CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LEAD Against Trafficking (Legislative Engagement, …

Al Aman Fund Launched the Annual Back to Education Campaign to Support Orphaned Youth for the 2026/2027 Academic Year

Al Aman Fund Launched the Annual Back to Education Campaign to Support Orphaned Youth for the 2026/2027 Academic Year AMMAN, AMMAN, JORDAN, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Al Aman Fund for the Future of Orphans has launched its annual …

صندوق الأمان يطلق حملة العودة للتعليم تحت عنوان “معك طريقهم أمان” لدعم الشباب الأيتام للعام الدراسي 2026/ 2027

صندوق الأمان يطلق حملة العودة للتعليم تحت عنوان “معك طريقهم أمان” لدعم الشباب الأيتام للعام الدراسي 2026/ 2027 AMMAN, AMMAN, JORDAN, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- أطلق صندوق الأمان لمستقبل الأيتام حملته السنوية "العودة إلى التعليم…

Markkula Center for Applied Ethics to Host 'AI and Magnifica Humanitas’: A Webinar Series About the Papal Encyclical

SANTA CLARA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WHAT: Santa Clara University’s Markkula Center for Applied Ethics is hosting a four-part webinar series on "AI and Magnifica Humanitas." Markkula Center staff …

RockLeaf Landscaping Releases Project Data Showing Growth in Multi-Element Backyard Renovations

TORONTO, ON, CANADA, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RockLeaf Landscaping, a residential and commercial landscape design and build firm serving the Greater Toronto Area, reported that homeowners commissioning full backyard transformations are …

Dr. James E. Harris Jr. Shares a Remarkable Journey From Childhood Poverty to a Career in Surgery

Not Who I Once Was reveals how faith, resilience, family, and determination transformed a troubled youth into a life of purpose and professional achievement. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. James E. …

Industry Analyst Jeff Kagan Recognizes Susan and Michael Dell for Their Commitment to Children and Families

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Continues to Create Opportunities Helping Children and Families Around the World NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Industry Analyst, Strategic Advisor, and Tech Influencer Jeff …

Awakening Foundation Kicks Off Its Annual Ticket Offer Tomorrow with $30 All-In Tickets

Summer just got better. July 15-22, get select tickets to Awakening Foundation's biggest Christian music tours for just $30 All-In + taxes, while supplies last. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Summer just got even …

My Sins Shares a Powerful Journey of Redemption, Healing, and Personal Freedom

Clayton G. Lesatz offers an honest memoir encouraging readers to confront guilt, embrace forgiveness, and discover freedom through faith and transformation. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Clayton G. …

Repurposing Rejection: Turning Your "No" Into Your Greatest "Yes" Inspires Readers to Transform Setbacks Into Purpose

Anne Ajadi combines personal experience, biblical wisdom, and life coaching to help readers overcome rejection and embrace healing, and renewed purpose. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anne Ajadi announces the …

Snow Ascending: Child of the Longest Night Introduces a Redemption-Driven Fantasy Where Prophecy and Sacrifice Collide

Brian Massey’s debut in the Aelderen Solstice series blends epic stakes with a purpose shaped by faith, healing, and the belief that no one is beyond redemption NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Independent …