They would later be called simply Shia Muslims. Others are called Sunni Muslims, from the word meaning “tradition.” Thus, the distinction between the groups hinges on their interpretation of ...

Britain has an estimated Muslim population of about 2.8 million. Of these some 5% are Shia, the rest are Sunni. The historical split occurred 1400 years ago, following the death of Muhammad in ...

Warring Shia and Sunni tribes in Pakistan's Kurram district have agreed to an eight-month peace treaty, aiming to end ...

The conflicts between Shia and Sunni Muslims go back to the 7th century and the death of the Prophet Muhammad. Yet a spotlight has been shone recently on the differences between the two religions ...

Iran and Saudi Arabia are recruiting and radicalizing local Muslim populations in Afghanistan, India, and Pakistan.

Shia women praying at the Grand Mosalla mosque of Tehran, Iran, on the eve of the Muslim festival of Eid al-Adha. Although there are some important differences between Sunni and Shia Muslims ...

Noida: Investigations into the properties of Waqf Board have begun following the smooth passage of the controversial Waqf ...

The human rights of religious minorities and others who do not conform to the interpretation of Islam prescribed by the Taliban are under serious threat.

Saudi Arabia’s Royal Court has announced that Eid al-Fitr will begin on Sunday, 30 March 2025, according to Al-Arabiya.

Exploring the special customs in fasting, prayers and observances during the holy month between the Sunni and Shia Ramadan ...