Religion

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  Religion

  2018-01-30

  More than 1,800 Pakistani scholars declare suicide bombing haram

  Suicide bombers, as well as those who support and train them, are traitors against Islam, according to a newly issued fatwa.

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  Religion

  2017-09-28

  Afghan civilians take up arms to protect mosques during Muharram

  The Afghan government has armed and trained more than 500 local residents to assist police and security forces at mosques and other Shia religious sites.

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  Religion

  2017-04-10

  Islam prohibits extremism and violence, says Imam-e-Kaaba

  The imam of the holiest mosque in the world is urging Muslims to embrace their faith's message of peace and love.

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  Religion

  2016-10-13

  Afghans condemn Ashura attacks in Kabul, Balkh

  Militants killed more than 30 worshippers in two attacks, according to officials. The 'Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant' (ISIL) claimed responsibility for one of the attacks.