Islam

Egypt: Second Christian Jailed for 'Insulting Islam'

Coptic Christian man becomes the second Christian jailed for insulting Islam in Egypt in June alone.

Malaysian Court Upholds Ban on Non-Muslims Using 'Allah'

Lengthy legal battle over proper use of word, which simply means 'God' in Malay, sparks debate on freedom of religion, press.

Unease in Demark over Qatari-Sponsored Mega Mosque

Danish Muslims laud opening of country's largest mosque, amid concerns over influence from Muslim Brotherhood sponsors.

Jerusalem is the '2016 Islamic Tourism Capital'

PA official says Organization of Islamic Cooperation selected Jerusalem in international forum to 'break Israel's siege.'

Controversial Bus Ads Compare Islam with Nazism

Washington, DC Metro features ads urging US to 'stop funding racism' - prompting debate about free speech.

Watch: Egyptian Host Kicks Guest Out for Doubting Islam

Egyptian journalist Riham Said kicked out a guest for saying, among other things, that Mohammed was not Allah's messenger.

Saudi Blogger Given 10 Years, Lashes for 'Insulting Islam'

Blogger given 10 years in prison, 1,000 lashes and a fine after being convicted of insulting Islam".

Brandeis Student Slams 'Hypocrisy' After Islam Critic Shunned

Decision to withdraw award to human rights activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali 'hypocritical' in light of previous awards to hatemongers.

A Mosque At 'Settler' Ariel University

Ariel University, subject of European and anti-Israel boycotts, has agreed to provide its 600 Arab students with a Muslim prayer room.

Expert: Not All Muslims Happy Over UK's Sharia Acceptance

Islam got a big boost when the UK decided to 'legalize' Sharia law, says an expert on British affairs.

UK Schools 'Being Taken Over by Radical Muslims'

Dept. of Education taking 'special measures' after several public schools targeted in organized 'Trojan Horse' takeover by Islamists.

Dutch Anti-Islam Politician Faces Crisis Over Comments

Party resignations, legal complaints follow Geertz Wilders' election promise for 'fewer Moroccans'.

Sheikh Insists 'Israel is the Land of the Jewish People'

Jordanian Sheikh writes in Yesha Council pamphlet that Mecca, not Jerusalem, is the Muslim capital - and the Koran proves it.

Three Arab Countries Ban 'Noah' Film

Qatar, Bahrain and UAE ban Hollywood take on story from Torah for 'provoking feelings,' others expected to follow.

Bar Ilan U. to Dedicate Room for Muslim Prayers

Following request from Muslim student, Bar Ilan University's administration agrees to set aside one room for Muslim prayers.

British Muslim Convert Jailed for Threatening Prince Harry

Ashraf Islam, a Muslim convert, jailed for three years for plotting to kill Prince Harry.

'Allah Gave Israel to The Jews, There's No Palestine'

Muslim scholar in Jordan attacks 'Palestinians' for distorting Koran, Jews given Israel 'until Day of Judgement.'

Iranian Parliament Speaker: 'Only War Can Free Palestine'

While meeting Islamic Jihad leader, Iranian parliament speaker calls for unity in fighting 'occupation,' praises Gaza terrorists.

British Politician Calls for Muslims to Sign 'Code of Conduct'

Right-wing MEP provokes anger after reiterating call for Muslims to renounce parts of the Koran calling for jihad.

Islamic Jihad Threatens to Sabotage Peace Talks

Islamic Jihad official: We will destroy any agreement that legitimizes "the Zionist occupation."

Islamic Jihad Threatens Suicide Bombings, Escalation

Iranian-backed Islamist group promises to target Israeli civilians in revenge for slain operative in Gaza.

Religion: the Gateway to Peace?

Muslim delegation, led by French Imam Hassen Chalgoumi, meets with Tourism Minister Uzi Landau. Landau: this could bridge communities.

Video Shows 'Moment of IAF Strike'

Security camera footage appears to show explosion that targeted Islamic Jihad terrorist in Gaza.

IDF Spokesman to Hamas: We Won't Hesitate to Up the Ante

"If they step up their terrorist attacks, we will not hesitate to step up our response," warns IDF Spokesman Moti Almoz.

Bar Mitzvah: 'I Was a Muslim from Gaza, Now I'm a Jew'

Bar mitzvah for son of Jewish woman tricked into marrying and living with Arab in Gaza, escaped amid escalating abuse.

Chechnya: Name Your Baby Mohammed, Get $1,000

President of Russian republic announces his mother's charity will pay babies named after Mohammed on birthday of Islam's founder.

1 in 10 Babies in England and Wales Are Muslim

New survey data shows babies double total Muslim pop.; 80% increase between 2001-2011.

Gaza Terrorist Killed, IDF Denies Drone Strike

Islamic Jihad terrorist killed near security fence with Israel, family claims IAF drone strike while IDF spokeswoman denies involvement.

Muslim 'Missionary Center' Continues to Target Jewish Teens

Muslim group in northern Israel is actively converting Israelis, especially teenage girls, to Islam.

First Female Lawyer in Saudi Arabia

Royal decree allows first female Saudi lawyer. She wears a full face covering, raising doubts of change amid poor Saudi rights record.

Shin Bet Nabs 14 Suspects in Bus Bombing

14 members of the Islamic Jihad and Bedouins, including a PA police officer, arrested in connection with Bat Yam bus bombing.

Israel's barbarian neighbors

Syrian Mufti's Aide Gives Army Permission to Rape

Deputy Chief Mufti gives Syrian army soldiers religious permission to rape women in order to take revenge on them and on rebel forces.

Al Qaeda Opens Syrian Jihad School

Al Qaeda affiliated Jabhat Al Nusra opens school for jihad in southern Syria, for children aged 10 to 15.

Muslim Missionaries Converting Jewish Women in Israel

Dar Al-Islam center in Arab Israeli village preys on unhappy Jewish women, ropes them into Islam.

Iraq Changes Prayer Direction: Karbala, Not Mecca

Amid rising violence and concerns of all-out sectarian war, Iraqi PM raises tension, calls for Shi'ite holy city to be direction of prayer.

Hamas and Islamic Jihad Welcome Bat Yam Bombing

Hamas and Islamic Jihad terror groups welcome the bus attack in Bat Yam, but neither group claims it. Police searching for terrorist.

Prince Charles: 'Muslims Persecuting Christians'

After visiting branches of Mideast churches, British crown prince criticizes targeting of Christians in the region by 'Islamist militants'.

Canada: Muslim Cabbies Refuse Blind With Dogs

Muslim taxi cab drivers claim they can't drive blind people with dogs because in Islam dogs are considered 'unclean.'

Muslim Countries Top List of State-Persecution of Atheists

Report by International Humanist and Ethical Union notes atheists face death penalty in 13 Muslim countries.

Syria: German Muslim Convert in Propaganda Video

German Muslim convert exhorts others to join Syrian 'jihad,' once again highlighting growing role of foreign jihadists in Syria.

Islamic Jihad Leader Calls for Rebellion Against PA

Senior Islamic Jihad leader calls on Arabs in Judea and Samaria to rebel against Palestinian Authority over 'political arrests'.

Jews and Muslims Have Joint Beef With Polish Ban

Jews and Muslims cooperate in bringing official complaint to EU against Polish ban on ritual slaughter (shechita).

What's With the Nazi Fascination?

Video reveals how Nazi salutes at Islamic Jihad rally on campus are part of a wider trend of Palestinian Nazi glorification.

French Court Upholds Firing of Muslim Woman Over Headscarf

A Paris appeals court upholds right of kindergarten to fire Muslim who insisted on wearing hijab headscarf.

Angola Denies it Banned Islam

Angolan officials deny reports that the African nation had banned Islam, begun demolishing mosques.

Angola Becomes 'First Country to Ban Islam'

Southern African nation reportedly bans Islam and orders the demolition of mosques in the country.

Saudi Man Arrested For Giving Free Hugs

Man inspired by viral Youtube video tries giving free hugs, arrested by Saudi religious police for 'exotic practices.'

Danish-Palestinian Poet and Critic of Islam Assaulted

Yahya Hassan, 18, suffers head injury after being attacked from behind. Poet critical of Muslims has received numerous death threats.

Prime Minister: Radical Islam Taking Us Back to the Past

PM emphasizes dangers of Islamism, including a nuclear Iran: 'We are for modernity - they are for dark medievalism'.

Brandeis Severs Ties with Al-Quds University

After Nazi-style march at Hamas-run Al-Quds U., students express outrage; Brandeis finally releases response, severs partnership.

Syria: Islamists Seize Kurdish Village

Islamists urge Kurds to abandon national rights, join 'jihad'; comes as Kurdish militias rout Islamists elsewhere in northern Syria.

Jihadist March in Gaza: US, Israel 'Source of All Evil'

Despite reports that the balance of power leans toward Israel, al-Quds marches in Gaza to advocate Palestinian Arab nationalism thru Jihad.

Understanding 'Dhimmitude'

Egyptian-Jewish author takes on the bogie-man of Muslim oppression of Jews and Christians - and its psychological results - in a new book.

Iraq: Riots Over 'Offense to Islam'

Violence, lynching, demonstrations against American oil companies, after Egyptian man tears down Shi'ite posters.

Surprise: Hamas Appoints First Female Spokesperson

The Hamas government has appointed 23-year-old Israa Al-Mudallal as its first English-language spokeswoman.

Yemeni Troops Retake Base from Al Qaeda

After 3-day siege Yemeni security forces storm military HQ captured by Al Qaeda, free hostages.

Tunisian Activists Blast Government 'Harassment' of Jews

Ancient Jewish community of Djerba is "fed up with being used by politicians" to showcase "coexistence," whilst facing attacks.

Islamists Massacre 50 Students at Nigerian School

Terrorists gun down at least 50 students in their sleep, the latest attack in Nigeria's restive northern province.

Top PA Official Thrown Out of Al-Aqsa Mosque

A top Palestinian Authority official was hounded out of the Al Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount when he visited the site Tuesday

Bangladesh: Senior Islamist Sentenced to Hang

Abdul Quader Molla sentenced over crimes he committed during 1971 "Liberation War" with Pakistan