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04/01/2026

MashaAllah! Last Friday in Moscow, Russia, a large number of worshippers attended the Jummah prayer. The mosque was completely full, and many Muslims who could not fit inside prayed outside, even as snow fell around them.

04/01/2026

Call of Holy month of Ramadan!

04/01/2026

🌟The First Mosque of Islam in Africa:Masjid al-Sahaba of Massawa, Eritrea

On the northeastern coast of Africa, where golden sands meet the deep blue waters of the Red Sea, lies Massawa—a port city that quietly bears one of the most profound chapters in Islamic history. It was on this land that the light of Islam first reached beyond the Arabian Peninsula, leaving behind a legacy that endures to this day.

In the earliest days of Islam, as persecution of Muslims in Makkah intensified, a defining event took place: the Second Hijrah (Migration). Acting upon the instruction, prayers, and guidance of the Messenger of Allah ﷺ, a group of the Companions (رضي الله عنهم) crossed the Red Sea and sought refuge in Abyssinia (Habasha). At that time, the region was ruled by the just Christian king al-Najashi (the Negus), under whose authority religious freedom and justice were upheld.

It was within this historical context that Masjid al-Sahaba was established in Massawa around 615 CE—

▪️the first mosque in Africa, and

▪️the first mosque ever built outside the Arabian Peninsula.

Architecturally, the mosque is remarkably simple and unadorned. There is no grandeur or ornamentation; instead, its design reflects humility and purpose. This simplicity embodies the spirit of early Islam, where steadfast faith, complete reliance upon Allah, and devotion to worship stood at the forefront.

One of the mosque’s most significant historical features is its original qiblah orientation. The earliest prayer direction of Masjid al-Sahaba was toward Bayt al-Maqdis (Jerusalem), indicating that it was established before the qiblah was divinely changed to the Ka‘bah in Makkah. Although no inscription survives to record an exact construction date, historians broadly agree that the mosque was built during the period of the Abyssinian migration. For this reason, Masjid al-Sahaba is regarded as one of the oldest surviving Islamic structures in the world.

Today, the remaining structure reveals thick stone walls, arched entrances, a modest domed roof, and crenellated upper walls—features characteristic of early Islamic architecture. A stairway rising on the right side leads to open arched openings through which Red Sea breezes once flowed, linking the mosque harmoniously with its natural surroundings.

More than a structure of stone and mortar, Masjid al-Sahaba represents Islam’s first peaceful encounter with Africa. In the centuries that followed, the continent would emerge as a major center of Islamic learning, civilization, and spiritual life. As the starting point of that journey, this mosque occupies a place of unique historical importance.

Even today, as the waves of the Red Sea quietly break against its ancient walls, Masjid al-Sahaba stands as a timeless witness—to faith preserved in the face of persecution, to migration undertaken for truth, and to the universal message of Islam: a message founded not on conquest or domination, but on patience, justice, and complete obedience to Allah.

04/01/2026

🌟Record Number of Bangladeshi Workers in Saudi Arabia in 2025: A New Chapter in Labor Partnership

According to an Arab News report, Bangladesh sent over 750,000 workers to Saudi Arabia in 2025—the highest number ever recorded for any single overseas destination.

Key highlights:
• The figure marks a sharp rise compared to 2024
• Saudi Arabia continues to be the leading overseas job market for Bangladeshi workers
• Approximately 3.5 million Bangladeshi nationals are currently living and working in the Kingdom
• Remittances from migrant workers are a crucial pillar of Bangladesh’s economy
• Both nations are enhancing cooperation to strengthen worker protection and improve skills development

This record achievement reflects the deep and growing labor partnership between Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh, contributing to economic growth, meeting workforce demands, and creating sustainable long-term opportunities for workers and their families.

04/01/2026

In Russia, the number of women is higher than the number of men; as a result, the number of unmarried women is also relatively high. Russia has the largest land area in the world, but its population is low in proportion to its size. In order to increase the country’s population, Russia has, for the first time in more than a century, allowed Muslims to marry up to four wives in accordance with Islamic Shariah.

Conditions:
• Fair and equal treatment must be ensured for all wives
• Equal financial maintenance must be provided to each wife
• Separate housing must be arranged for each wife
• Time must be divided equally among all wives
• The new wife must be informed about any existing marriage(s)

Note:
Under Russian law, only civil (state-registered) marriages are still officially recognized.

Source:
Arab Vines

03/01/2026

🕌 Córdoba under Muslim Rule: The Capital of Islamic Knowledge and Science in Europe

🔹 Introduction

Córdoba, an ancient city in the Andalus region of Spain, is a legendary name in the history of Islamic civilization. In the Middle Ages, when much of Europe was immersed in ignorance, darkness, and political instability, Córdoba stood as a beacon of knowledge, science, culture, and tolerance.

🔹 Historical Background

In 711 CE, following the expedition of the Muslim commander Tariq ibn Ziyad (RA), Muslim rule began in Al-Andalus. In 756 CE, Abd al-Rahman al-Dakhil (RA) established the Umayyad Emirate with Córdoba as its capital. Later, in 929 CE, Córdoba became the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate.

By the 10th century, Córdoba was:

One of the largest cities in Europe

Home to an estimated population of 500,000 to 1,000,000

A major political, intellectual, and cultural center

The Great Mosque of Córdoba functioned simultaneously as a mosque and a university.

Córdoba had:
▪️ More than 700 mosques
▪️ Hundreds of public baths
▪️ Illuminated streets
▪️ Numerous libraries and educational institutions

🏛️ Architecture and Prestige

The Mezquita of Córdoba was not merely a mosque—it was a vast center of learning. Its red-and-white arches, countless columns, and expansive courtyard remain, even today, a marvel of Islamic architecture.

🔹 Was It a Modern University?

Although it did not resemble today’s campus-based universities, the Great Mosque of Córdoba (Mezquita) functioned as a comprehensive center of higher learning, effectively playing the role of a full-fledged university.

Historically, it is referred to as:

University of Córdoba (Islamic era)

Mosque-University of Córdoba

🎓 The Ancient University System of Córdoba

While there were no formal degrees or standardized syllabi as in modern universities, the Great Mosque of Córdoba effectively operated as a complete university.

Subjects taught included:
▪️ Religious studies — The Holy Qur’an and Tafsir, Hadith, Fiqh, and Usul
▪️ Science and humanities — Medicine, mathematics, astronomy, philosophy, chemistry, geography, history, literature, and linguistics

Remarkably, alongside Muslim students, Christian and Jewish students also studied here—something unprecedented for that era.

🔹 Scholarship and Libraries

Córdoba housed hundreds of libraries. The personal library of Caliph Al-Hakam al-Mustansir (RA) reportedly contained nearly 400,000 books, at a time when many European royal palaces possessed only a handful of manuscripts.

🔹 World-Renowned Scholars Associated with This University

Some were students, and later teachers, of this institution:

1. Al-Zahrawi (Abulcasis) – Father of modern surgery

2. Ibn Rushd (Averroes) – Philosopher and physician

3. Ibn Hazm – Islamic thinker and literary scholar

1️⃣ Ibn Rushd (Averroes)

(1126–1198 CE)
Role: Student → Teacher (later stage)

🎓 As a Student

Born in Córdoba

Studied in the mosque-based education system of Córdoba

Fields of study: Fiqh, Hadith, philosophy, and medicine

Came from a distinguished family of Maliki jurists

👨‍🏫 As a Teacher and Scholar

Later taught philosophy, medicine, and Fiqh in Córdoba and other Andalusian cities

His commentaries on Aristotle earned him the title “The Commentator” in Europe

✔️ Conclusion:
👉 Ibn Rushd was both a student and a teacher of Córdoba.

2️⃣ Al-Zahrawi (Abulcasis)

(936–1013 CE)
Role: Primarily a teacher and researcher

🏥 Education and Research

Lived and worked in Córdoba

Associated with medical institutions and mosque-based learning centers

Conducted extensive research on surgery, medicine, and surgical instruments

👨‍⚕️ As a Teacher

Taught medicine and surgery

Author of the famous medical encyclopedia “Al-Tasrif”, a 30-volume work

Used as a standard medical textbook in Europe for centuries

✔️ Conclusion:
👉 Al-Zahrawi was a teacher and medical researcher in Córdoba; he is not known as a student there.

3️⃣ Ibn Hazm

(994–1064 CE)
Role: Student → Independent thinker and teacher

🎓 Student Life

Born in Córdoba

Initially educated in the royal court

Later studied in Córdoba’s mosque-based system:
Qur’an, Hadith, Fiqh, literature, and logic

🖋️ As a Thinker and Teacher

Later engaged in teaching and extensive writing

Leading proponent of the Zahiri school of thought

Authored more than 400 works (only a small number survive today)

✔️ Conclusion:
👉 Ibn Hazm was a student of Córdoba, later becoming an independent teacher and thinker.

The works of these scholars were later incorporated into the curricula of European universities.

🔹 Decline and Legacy

In 1236 CE, Córdoba fell to Christian forces. Mosques were converted into churches, and many books and libraries were destroyed. Yet Córdoba bequeathed to humanity enduring legacies:

▪️Rationalism

▪️Scientific inquiry

▪️The ideal of tolerant coexistence

✍️ Mohammed Tayub Hossain

03/01/2026

🌟 Robin Khuda, Founder of AirTrunk: How a Bangladeshi Became One of Australia’s Wealthiest Individuals

Over the past few years, Robin Khuda has gained widespread recognition across Australia. Among Bangladeshi expatriates living in Sydney, discussions about his steady rise had been ongoing for quite some time. However, in September last year, he suddenly came into the national spotlight.

Australia’s leading media outlets reported that AirTrunk, the technology company founded by Robin Khuda, had been acquired for more than USD 16 billion by a consortium led by US-based investment management firm Blackstone Inc. and the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments). As a result, Robin Khuda’s name was included among Australia’s richest individuals.

Robin Khuda currently lives in Sydney with his wife, two daughters, and parents.

He also established the Khuda Family Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to contributing to development and welfare across the Asia–Pacific region. The foundation focuses on increasing women’s participation in the technology sector, improving mental health, and preventing domestic violence.

🔹 Journey to Australia

Robin Khuda’s ancestral home is in Chhatian Toli village of Sirajganj district in Bangladesh. His father, S. M. Wazed Ali, moved to Dhaka for higher secondary education and later joined government service. Due to his father’s job, Robin Khuda was born and raised in Dhaka.

He studied at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar Government Boys’ High School and Hermann Gmeiner College. After passing his Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) examination in 1997, Robin Khuda moved to Australia and enrolled in the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) to study accounting at the undergraduate level.

After completing his studies in Australia, his parents also moved there the following year, and his father, S. M. Wazed Ali, restarted his professional career in Australia.

In 2002, after completing his undergraduate degree, Robin Khuda earned an MBA from Manchester Business School in the United Kingdom. Alongside his studies, he worked various part-time jobs. Later, he joined an organization as an accountant and quickly advanced through dedication and competence. To further strengthen his professional credentials, he completed several professional qualifications, including Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).

In 2007, he joined Japanese technology company Fujitsu as a General Manager, where he spent over two years overseeing telecommunications and cloud computing operations across Australia and New Zealand.

He later became the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Australian telecommunications company PIPE Networks, which was involved in building a submarine fiber-optic cable between Australia and Guam.

Due to his extensive experience in the telecom sector, he subsequently joined data center company NEXTDC as an Executive Director, working closely with investors. Under his leadership, the company expanded significantly and currently has a market capitalization of around AUD 10 billion.

In 2014, he left NEXTDC and took on the role of CEO at telecom payment company Mint Wireless.

🔹 The Dream of Building Something of His Own

Speaking about the inspiration behind founding AirTrunk, Robin Khuda said:

“Around 2010 or 2011, I began to notice the rapid expansion of cloud services. Amazon, Google, and Microsoft were leading the market, but I saw enormous potential in the data center sector. I wanted to build cloud storage facilities that would be cost-effective and energy-efficient. That’s where the idea of AirTrunk came from.”

AirTrunk began its journey in 2015. Within just a few months, the company secured a contract to build a data center worth USD 400 million. However, as a new company, raising the necessary capital for such a large project was a major challenge.

Despite approaching numerous banks and financial institutions, he initially failed to secure investment. Still, he did not give up. He invested nearly all of his personal savings and continued engaging with international investors. Finally, in early 2017, the required funding was secured.

🔹 AirTrunk Today

Today, AirTrunk is a well-established name in data management and storage within Australia’s technology sector. The company employs more than 450 professionals and operates Australia’s first and largest hyperscale data center.

AirTrunk currently operates 11 data centers across Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, and Singapore, with plans to establish 40 more in the future.

The same banks that once refused to lend to Robin Khuda are now eager to offer financing to AirTrunk. Last year alone, more than 40 financial institutions proposed loan offers. The company has already raised approximately BDT 360 billion in loans.

At the end of last year, news of AirTrunk’s acquisition sparked global discussion. At the time of acquisition, the company’s commercial valuation was estimated at around USD 100 billion.

Even after the acquisition, Robin Khuda remains in his position as CEO of AirTrunk and retains ownership in the company. As a result, he is currently listed as the 109th wealthiest person in Australia. In recognition of his extraordinary success, the Australian Financial Review (AFR) named him Business Person of the Year.

🔹 Khuda Family Foundation

In 2020, Robin Khuda founded the Khuda Family Foundation. Working toward the development of the Asia–Pacific region, the foundation recently donated approximately BDT 80 billion (AUD 100 million) to the University of Sydney.

This donation will be used for scholarships and research grants for female students studying STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Although Robin Khuda had been working on this initiative for the past two years, it only recently became public.

📌In Conclusion

Despite being at the center of public attention, Robin Khuda prefers to work quietly and steadily.

Source: Prothom Alo English

02/01/2026

🌟The Preserved Book: How the Qur’an Led a Jewish Scholar to Islam in the Court of Caliph Al-Maʾmun”

Before assuming the caliphate, the Abbasid Caliph Al-Maʾmun (may Allah have mercy on him) regularly held gatherings of learning and intellectual discussion. One day, a Jewish man attended one of these sessions. He was handsome, well-groomed, perfumed, neatly dressed, and extremely eloquent and rational in his speech. He spoke in such an impressive manner that everyone present was captivated.

When the gathering ended, Caliph Al-Maʾmun called him and asked:

— “Are you a Jew?”

The man replied,

— “Yes, I am.”

The Caliph said,

— “Accept Islam, and I will do much for you.”

The man answered,

— “My religion and the religion of my forefathers—I do not wish to abandon it. Please do not pressure me in this matter.”

The Caliph then let him go.

One year later, the same man returned—but this time as a Muslim. Now he spoke on fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), and once again presented his arguments with remarkable skill and brilliance.

After the session ended, Caliph Al-Maʾmun called him and said:

— “Are you not the same man as before?”

He replied,

— “Yes, it is I.”

The Caliph asked,

— “When I invited you to Islam before, you refused. What caused you to accept Islam now?”

The man said,

— “I have beautiful handwriting. So I copied three manuscripts of the Torah, deliberately adding and omitting certain parts. Then I took them to the Jewish places of worship and sold them, and they bought them.”

He continued,

— “Then I copied three manuscripts of the Gospel, again deliberately making additions and deletions. I took them to the churches, and they too bought them from me.”

Then he said,

— “After that, I copied three manuscripts of the Qur’an and deliberately made additions and omissions in them as well. I took them to the book dealers. But whenever they examined the copies, they immediately noticed the errors and alterations and threw them away.”

He concluded,

— “At that moment, I realized that this Book (the Qur’an) is divinely preserved. And it was this realization that led me to accept Islam.”

📚 Sources:

Al-Muntaẓam fī Tārīkh al-Mulūk wa al-Umam — Ibn al-Jawzi, Vol. 3, p. 220
Dalā’il al-Nubuwwah — Imam al-Bayhaqi, p. 160

Second image: Caliph Al-Maʾmun
First image: The Jewish man

02/01/2026

🕊️ Adnan Menderes: A Memorable Chapter of Religious Freedom in Modern Turkey

He was neither an Islamic scholar nor a shaykh. Yet history remembers him as a courageous statesman who restored the voice of the Adhan.

📜 Background: The Era of Silence

During the Kemalist rule following Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, Turkey enforced strict radical secularism. As a result—

In 1932, the Arabic Adhan was banned in secular Turkey; the Adhan in Turkish was made mandatory.

Thousands of madrasas and many religious educational institutions were shut down.

Religious dress, especially the hijab, was discouraged and restricted in state offices and educational institutions.

Hajj faced government obstacles and strict controls (due to passport and foreign currency restrictions, Hajj was effectively halted for many years).

During this period, public expression of religion was viewed by the state as a sign of “backwardness.”

🗳️ The Rise of an Ordinary Politician

It was in this age of silence that Adnan Menderes emerged.

Born: 1899

Profession: Politician

Leader of: Democratic Party

He won the 1950 general election by a landslide and became Prime Minister of Turkey.

He was not a theologian, but he respected the faith, culture, and identity of the people.

🕌 A Historic Decision: The Return of the Adhan

Immediately after coming to power, he made a bold decision—

📅 June 16, 1950 ➡️ The Arabic Adhan was re-legalized.

This single decision set him apart in history.

Subsequently—

Religious education was resumed.

Imam–Hatip schools were established for training religious leaders.

Thousands of mosques were built and renovated.

Turkey’s relations with the Muslim world improved.

⚠️ Important Note:
The hijab was still not fully free at the time, but the environment for religious practice became far more relaxed than before—this is a historical fact.

🪖 Military Coup and Trial

These changes were unacceptable to Turkey’s hardline secular military–bureaucratic establishment.

📅 1960: A military coup took place in Turkey.

Adnan Menderes was arrested by the military authorities.

He was subjected to a controversial and widely criticized trial.

📅 September 17, 1961 ➡️ He was executed by hanging.

Many historians and human rights organizations later described the trial as an act of political revenge.

🤍 Final Words and Legacy

According to accounts, before his death he said—

> “Standing on the steps of death,
I wish well for my country and my nation.”

Today, he is gone—but—

The Adhan in Turkey still echoes in Arabic.

His name is repeatedly invoked in discussions on religious freedom.

Many remember him as a leader who “gave his life for the Adhan.”

⚖️ From a historical perspective:
Calling him a “martyr” is a faith-based interpretation.
But there is no doubt—

👉 He paid the price of defending religious rights with his own life.

🕊️ Closing Words

Adnan Menderes proved that a person does not have to be a religious scholar to understand the feelings of the Ummah.

For this reason, his ex*****on was not the end of history—rather, to this day, every call to prayer echoing from Turkey’s mosques expresses gratitude to him.

🤍 May Almighty Allah grant him Jannatul Ferdous.

01/01/2026

❄️ Islam in Siberia: The Spread of True Faith Across a Harsh Landscape

Siberia is not only a land of extreme cold, snow, and vast forests; it also represents a remarkable chapter in the history of Islam. Located in the northern part of Eurasia, this immense region did not witness the arrival of Islam through military conquest. Rather, Islam gradually took root through trade, da‘wah (invitation to faith), Sufi spirituality, and moral influence. This feature highlights the arrival, development, and present-day reality of Islam in Siberia.

❄️ Siberia: Geographical and Climatic Challenges

Siberia stretches from the Ural Mountains to the Pacific Ocean and is one of the largest regions on Earth. It encompasses tundra, taiga (dense coniferous forests), grasslands, and countless rivers—such as the Volga, K**a, Ob, Yenisei, and Lena.

The climate is extremely harsh. In winter, temperatures in many areas fall to minus 30 to 50 degrees Celsius. Long nights and very short days create unique fiqh (Islamic jurisprudential) challenges in determining prayer times and fasting hours. Yet, despite these adversities, the river routes once served as vital corridors through which people, trade, and religious ideas reached Siberia.

🛤️ From Arabia to Central Asia: Islam’s Journey Northward

In the 7th and 8th centuries, Islam spread from the Arabian Peninsula through Iran and Khurasan into Central Asia. Here, Turkic peoples encountered Islam primarily through Muslim traders and preachers. The principles of justice, honesty, and equality deeply appealed to them. Through these Turkic communities, Islam slowly advanced further north.

🕌 922 CE: State Recognition of Islam in the Volga Bulgar Kingdom

A turning point in Siberian Islamic history occurred in 922 CE. Almış Khan, the ruler of the Volga Bulgar state (in present-day Tatarstan), officially embraced Islam. Among the Abbasid Caliphate’s delegation sent to the region was the renowned traveler and writer Ahmad ibn Fadlan.

This event is regarded as the first state-level recognition of Islam in Northern Europe and the Russian region. From the Volga River routes, Islam continued to spread toward the Urals and Siberia.

✍️ Northern Muslims Through the Eyes of Ibn Fadlan

Ibn Fadlan’s Risala (travel account) offers a vivid picture of Muslim life at that time. He noted that the people of Volga Bulgaria were eager to learn Islam, but there was a severe shortage of teachers. Many did not fully know the rules of prayer, and their knowledge of Arabic was limited.

He also vividly described the northern environment—long nights, extreme cold, and the hardship of fasting during Ramadan. Despite these difficulties, the people’s deep attraction to Islam greatly impressed him.

🧿 The Role of Sufi Dervishes and Trade Routes

From the 10th to the 13th centuries, Sufi dervishes played the most effective role in spreading Islam in Siberia. Sufis of the Yasawiyya and Naqshbandiyya orders conveyed the message of Islam through ethics and spirituality rather than confrontation with local shamanistic traditions.

Along the trade routes of the Volga and Ural regions, the honesty and fairness of Muslim merchants helped integrate Islam into everyday life.

🏰 From the Golden Horde to the Siberian Khanate

In the 13th and 14th centuries, when Özbeg Khan of the Golden Horde embraced Islam, the religion gained state patronage across western and central Siberia. Later, the Siberian Khanate emerged, where Islam became a foundational element of administration, education, and social life.

⚔️ Russian Expansion and the Survival of Faith

In the 16th century, the expansion of the Russian Empire brought repression upon Siberian Muslims. Many mosques were destroyed, and religious education was restricted. Yet Islam survived—quietly but firmly—through families, villages, and cultural traditions.

🕌 Siberia Today: The Contemporary Muslim Reality

Today, millions of Muslims—primarily from Tatar, Bashkir, and Kazakh communities—live across Siberia. Cities such as Tyumen, Omsk, and Novosibirsk host active mosques and religious life. However, Islamic educational institutions remain limited, and religious activities often operate under state supervision.

Despite these constraints, Islam remains a living tradition—an integral part of identity and culture in the region.

🧭 Conclusion

The history of Islam in Siberia proves that neither harsh climates nor political repression can extinguish faith. Not by the sword, but through trade, da‘wah, and Sufi spirituality, Islam reached this remote land—and has endured there for centuries.

01/01/2026

🕊️ Passing of Abdo Hassan, a Pioneer of the Muslim Community in London, Canada

London, Ontario Canada:

The Muslim community of London, Ontario, is remembering with deep sorrow Abdo Hassan—a pioneering figure whose contributions played a unique and historic role in establishing the institutional foundations of Islam in the city. With his passing at the age of 94, a living chapter of London’s Muslim history has come to an end. Abdo Hassan immigrated to Canada from Lebanon at the young age of just 15, along with his two brothers.

He arrived in London in 1947, at a time when the Muslim population in the city was extremely small. There was no formal religious infrastructure, and Muslims practiced their faith in isolation, doing their best to preserve their beliefs. In such circumstances, Abdo Hassan was among the few visionaries who dreamed of building a united Muslim community.

As part of realizing that vision, he played a significant role in the construction of the London Muslim Mosque. This mosque went on to earn a historic place as the first mosque in Ontario and the second in all of Canada. Abdo Hassan devoted his physical labor, time, and financial resources selflessly to its construction. For many years, he remained closely involved with the mosque’s activities.

As the last surviving male member among the mosque’s original builders, Abdo Hassan remained an inseparable part of the mosque until the final years of his life. He regularly attended prayers, religious gatherings, and community activities, and built warm, sincere relationships with younger generations of Muslims.

Those who knew him personally recall that Abdo Hassan always carried a gentle, permanent smile. His character reflected humility, compassion, and unwavering faith. Though he was not loud in speech, his quiet leadership and personal example left a deep and lasting impression on people’s hearts.

With his passing, the Muslim community of London has lost not only a respected elder, but also a living witness to its own history. His life and contributions will remain a lasting source of inspiration for future generations.

His death has prompted expressions of deep grief and condolence from the Muslim community and beyond.

Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we shall return.
May Allah grant him Jannatul Ferdous and give patience and strength to his grieving family. 🤲

Sources:
About Islam
CBC

01/01/2026

📢 New York’s New Mayor Sworn in on the Holy Qur’an — First Muslim Mayor in U.S. History

New York, January 1, 2026 — Today, Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office holding the Holy Qur’an, becoming the first Muslim mayor in the history of New York City, and also the first South Asian and Africa-born mayor to assume the office. His oath-taking ceremony was held at midnight in a private event at the historic Old City Hall Subway Station in New York.

🔹 Special Moments of the Oath Ceremony

During the swearing-in, Mamdani placed his hand on two different copies of the Holy Qur’an—one was a personal copy belonging to his grandparents, and the other was a century-old Qur’an taken from the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library.
This marked the first time in New York’s history that a mayor has taken the oath of office on the Holy Qur’an.

The oath was administered by New York Attorney General Letitia James, and the ceremony was attended by Mamdani’s wife Rama Duwaji and close family members.

🔹 History and Significance

Zohran Mamdani will serve as the 111th mayor of New York City, and his oath represents a major milestone for diversity, religious tolerance, and political representation across the city. Although only 34 years old, he is being regarded as one of the youngest and most progressive mayors in New York’s political history.

Prior to assuming office, Mamdani served as a member of the New York State Assembly, and he won the November 2025 election with a decisive and high vote count.

🔹 Political Context and Promises

Mamdani’s election campaign focused on tackling the city’s rising cost of living, the housing crisis, and making life more affordable for ordinary residents. He has pledged to work toward affordable housing for all, fare-free public transportation, universal childcare, and strengthening social security by increasing taxes on high-income earners.

🔹 Post-Inauguration Events

Following the private midnight oath, a large public inauguration ceremony has been scheduled for later in the day in front of City Hall. Prominent political figures are expected to attend, including labor leaders and Senator Bernie Sanders.

📌 Sources:

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim NYC mayor — Anadolu Agency / Reuters

New York swears in first Muslim mayor on Quran — Press TV

Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City’s first Muslim mayor — The Business Standard

Zohran Mamdani policy and background overview — The Guardian

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