Religion Religion 2020-08-20 IRGC furthers influence via Deir Ezzor mosques The IRGC has sought to extend its religious and political influence in the city and province by appropriating mosques, an activist says. Religion 2020-08-03 Muted Eid al-Adha celebration in troubled Idlib The holiday was somber this year, as residents of the north-western province faced deepening poverty, ongoing violence and disease. Religion 2020-06-08 Iraq's Sunni Endowment reopens 4 mosques in Baghdad The mosques, which had been closed for years due to security reasons, will sound the call to prayer amid increased stability and social cohesion. Religion 2020-05-28 Unusual Eid in Idlib amid security, health concerns Eid al-Fitr had a very different atmosphere this year, with the coronavirus crisis compounding the displacement crisis and security situation. Religion 2020-05-22 Reconstruction of Mosul's Aghawat historical mosque begins The mosque, destroyed during ISIS's era, is a prominent symbol of Mosul's identity and religious pluralism, scholars say. Religion 2020-05-11 Iranian interference splits Iraq's Shia community Iran has long positioned itself as an ally of Iraq's Shia community. It is now seeing its efforts crushed as Iraqis reject Iranian hegemony. Religion 2020-04-27 Idlib civilians face an unusually quiet Ramadan After suffering displacement and airstrikes, residents of north-western Syria are now experiencing Ramadan amid social distancing measures. Religion 2019-10-30 Mosul revives religious heritage, rebuilds houses of worship Reviving Mosul’s religious identity is a priority as it is a legacy for the country and the whole world, officials say. Religion 2019-09-16 Tone of Ashura commemoration in Syria raises alarm There are fears the IRGC has been taking advantage of a legitimate religious occasion to amplify its presence and influence in Syria. Religion 2019-05-23 Iran seeks to expand influence in Najaf Iran has been funding schools and nurturing ties with scholars in Iraq's holy city in an attempt to exert its influence in the Shia power centre. Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next
