Mosque Archives

Explosion at South Waziristan Mosque Injures Local JUI Leader and Several Others

South Waziristan, Pakistan – A bomb attack at Maulana Abdul Aziz Mosque in South Waziristan resulted in multiple injuries, including a local religious leader, during Friday prayers, authorities reported. The explosion was caused by an improvised explosive device that targeted attendees, emphasizing ongoing security challenges in the region. The device detonated suddenly, creating panic among the worshippers gathered for prayers. Among the injured was Maulana Abdullah Nadeem, the district chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI), a …

Tragedy Strikes in Gaza: Deadly Strikes on Mosque and School Kill 24 and Wound Scores More Amidst Claims of Hamas Insurgency

Gaza City, Gaza Strip — In a recent surge of violence, at least 24 Palestinians lost their lives as Israeli airstrikes targeted a mosque and a school in Gaza, local authorities reported. These buildings, identified as the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Mosque and the Ibn Rushd school, were reportedly harboring hundreds of displaced individuals at the time of the strikes. According to the Government Media Office in Gaza, the attacks on Sunday not only led to significant …

Tragic Execution-Style Killing Outside Pennsylvania Mosque Shocks Community

Harrisburg, Pa. – A tragic event unfolded outside a mosque in Pennsylvania when a man was fatally shot in what authorities described as an “execution style” killing. The incident, which occurred just after early morning prayers, has left the local community in shock and raised concerns about safety and security near places of worship. Police were called to the scene outside the mosque located on the south side of Harrisburg shortly after the incident was …

Deadly Attack at Oman Mosque Sparks Outrage and Grief, Claims Lives of Four Including Two Pakistanis

MUSCAT, Oman – A devastating attack at the Imam Ali Mosque in the Wadi Kabir area on Sunday left four people dead and several others injured during a mourning assembly attended by over 700 participants, including many from the Pakistani community. The chaos also triggered a stampede, adding to the casualty count and further intensifying the horror among the attendees. This violent outbreak during what was meant to be a solemn gathering has drawn sharp …

Deadly Car Explosion Near Al-Zahraa Mosque in Mezzeh, Damascus Sparks Security Concerns

Mezzeh, Damascus – In an unfortunate turn of events, a car explosion shook the vicinity near Al-Zahraa Mosque early Saturday, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. According to preliminary reports, the blast, suspected to have been caused by an explosive device planted in the vehicle, resulted in the tragic loss of at least one life. The motives behind this heinous act remain shrouded in uncertainty, casting a shadow of fear and concern over …

Man Attacks Mosque in Northern Nigeria, Injuring 24 Worshippers in Explosive Incident

Kano State, Nigeria – An attack on a mosque in northern Nigeria’s Kano state left at least 24 worshippers, including four children, injured during early morning prayers. The police reported that the incident resulted in an explosion at the mosque in the remote Gadan village. The 38-year-old suspect, a resident of the area, admitted to targeting the mosque out of hostility stemming from a long-standing family dispute, according to police spokesman Abdullahi Haruna. The attack …

Explosion at Mosque in Northern Nigeria Leaves 24 Injured After Family Dispute Escalates

ABUJA, Nigeria – A horrifying incident unfolded in Kano state, northern Nigeria, as worshippers at a mosque were left injured after a man launched an attack during their morning prayers. The assailant, a 38-year-old resident of Gadan village, where the mosque is located, admitted to carrying out the violent act due to an ongoing family disagreement, according to police spokesperson Abdullahi Haruna. Authorities reported that at least 24 worshippers, including four children, sustained injuries in …

Mosque explosion in Kano State leaves 24 critically injured and suspect in custody

Kano State, Nigeria – A tragic early morning explosion in a mosque at Gadan Village, Gezawa, Kano State left at least 24 individuals critically injured on Wednesday. The incident occurred during the “Subhi Prayer,” as confirmed by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano Police Command, SP Abdullahi Haruna. Upon receiving reports of the explosion, Commissioner of Police CP Mohammed Usaini Gumel swiftly deployed the command’s combined teams, including explosive experts and Crime-Scene Policemen to …

Gunmen attack mosque in Afghanistan, killing six worshippers

HERAT, Afghanistan – Gunmen attacked a mosque in the Gozara district of Afghanistan’s Herat province on Monday evening, resulting in the tragic deaths of six worshippers and leaving one individual injured, according to the Ministry of Interior’s spokesperson, Mufti Abdul Mateen Qani. The assailants opened fire on civilians who were gathered for evening prayers in the Shahrak area of the province. The violent incident, which shocked the local community, claimed the lives of innocent individuals …

Knife Attack Outside Deptford Mosque Leaves Community in Shock

Authorities in Deptford, London, are investigating a disturbing incident that unfolded outside a mosque. The incident involved an “extremely violent” machete stabbing that has left the community shocked. The attack took place in broad daylight, adding to the alarm and concern among residents. Local police responded swiftly to the scene after reports of the machete attack surfaced. The victim, a man in his 40s, sustained serious injuries as a result of the assault. Emergency medical …