UNRWA’S lifesaving aid may end due to funding suspension

9 countries cut UNRWA funding over staff allegations. UNRWA cries foul, says millions in Gaza depend on them &...

11:30
February 1, 2024

British Muslim children reassert their right to pray in school

Muslim students targeted as London school bans prayer, Birbalsingh's "cultural control" questioned....

17:30
January 31, 2024

Former Pakistan PM, Imran Khan, sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for leaking state secrets

Former Pakistan PM, Imran Khan, sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for leaking state secrets...

11:20
January 30, 2024

Western governments’ withdrawal of support to UNWRA renders them complicit in genocide

Western Government’s sudden withdrawal of support to UNWRA renders them complicit in genocide, claim human rights practitioners...

15:00
January 29, 2024

Tory Islamophobia woes continue

Tory Islamophobia woes continue...

13:30
January 28, 2024

Digital Warfare: US and China go head to head in cyberspace

Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, digital conflicts continue as global media companies battle it out for user...

18:00
January 26, 2024

Israel must take ‘all measures’ to prevent genocide, but no order to stop the war

The ICJ decrees that Israel must take ‘all measures’ to prevent the commission of genocide, but does not order...

16:40
January 26, 2024

Aziz Foundation scholars smashing expectations and barriers

The Aziz Foundation has awarded £7.5 million in scholarships since 2019 to empower British Muslims to overcome societal barriers...

20:35
January 25, 2024

What is Umrah?

Umrah is a timeless spiritual journey enhanced by modern innovations...

16:30
January 25, 2024

House of Lords puts the brakes on Prime Minister’s Rwanda deportation plans

House of Lords puts the brake on Prime Ministers Rwanda deportation plans...

19:15
January 23, 2024

What are the important Islamic dates for 2024?

With 2024 well and truly here, many will turn their thoughts to when the key dates in the Islamic...

20:12
January 22, 2024

The Many Lives of Gaza – a peek into Palestinian daily life

A nostalgic peek into the past, The Many Lives of Gaza exhibition captures Palestinian resilience and daily life through...

18:02
January 22, 2024

When is Ramadan 2024/1445?

When is Ramadan 2024 / 1445? As we begin the new year, many will start thinking about the holy...

20:42
January 21, 2024

UK government’s Rwanda guidance urges civil servants to ignore international legal obligations

UK government’s Rwanda guidance urges civil servants to ignore international legal obligations...

15:35
January 19, 2024

Hard Line Conservative Party MPs rebel against the UK Prime Minister’s Rwanda Bill, but buckle at last hurdle

Hard Line Conservative Party MPs rebel against the UK Prime Minister’s Rwanda Bill, but buckle under fear of a...

23:30
January 17, 2024

British Palestinian families call for urgent and immediate intervention in Gaza

British Palestinian families call for an urgent and immediate intervention in Gaza due to the unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe....

16:30
January 17, 2024

US and British air force jets attack on Yemeni air bases, threaten a wider conflict

US and British air force jets attack on Yemeni air bases, threaten a wider conflict...

16:35
January 15, 2024

Why the watermelon has become a symbol for Palestine

Want to know why you’ve been seeing images of watermelons online? The symbol represents Palestine, but there’s so much...

18:00
January 12, 2024

EXCLUSIVE: “The anti-boycott bill would restrict civil liberties…”

“The anti-boycott bill would restrict civil liberties and could break international law. This madness must be stopped.” Tayab Ali...

17:00
January 10, 2024

South Africa ICJ genocide case against Israel — what you need to know

South Africa filed a landmark legal case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) alleging Israel's onslaught on Gaza...

00:09
January 6, 2024

The largest global call for ceasefire in humanity’s history echoes across borders

World unites in #Countdown2Ceasefire! Millions demand end to Gaza violence, setting stage for peace in 2024....

17:00
January 5, 2024

Boxing champ Gervonta Davis follows other legends & converts to Islam

Undefeated lightweight champion Gervonta "Tank" Davis has converted to Islam,...

00:03
January 5, 2024

ICJP slams Boris Johnson for alleged interference in Met Police’s war crimes investigation

Outrage as ICJP blasts Johnson's "reckless" attack on Met's Gaza investigation...

12:15
January 4, 2024

The Muslim Employment Charter: Helping faith and work go hand-in-hand

For many Muslim professionals, navigating a professional career while adhering to one's faith can be challenging....

20:12
December 21, 2023

Calls for ‘sustainable ceasefire’ do not go far enough

UK leaders finally call for Gaza ceasefire after 72 days, but critics say call is weak & late. France...

16:25
December 19, 2023

The former UK Defence Secretary, accuses Israel of instigating a ‘killing rage’ and the Pope condemns Israel ‘using terrorism tactics’ in Gaza

The former UK Defence Secretary, accuses Israel of instigating a ‘killing rage’ and the Pope condemns Israel’s ‘using terrorism...

14:45
December 18, 2023

UK-based Civil Society Groups call on the Government to immediately halt arms transfers to the Government of Israel

UK groups urge halt on arms sales to Israel, citing risk of war crimes in Gaza....

12:00
December 18, 2023

ICJP condemns the systematic targeting of journalists by Israel and calls for an immediate investigation

ICJP condemns Israeli airstrike in Gaza that killed journalist....

11:45
December 18, 2023

Zara faces global protest over insensitive ad to Palestinians

Outrage erupted this week as protestors demonstrated at Zara stores worldwide in response to an ad that many felt...

11:59
December 17, 2023

UK government bans visas to Israeli violent settlers as human rights groups urge to extend ban to weapons and military equipment sales

UK government bans visas to Israeli violent settlers as human rights groups urge to extend ban to weapons and...

13:00
December 15, 2023

Israel’s UK Ambassador in storm after admitting that the two-state solution is no longer an option

Israel’s UK Ambassador in storm after admitting that the two-state solution is no longer an option...

14:30
December 14, 2023

Despite cost of living crisis, British Muslims remain generous

MCF report highlights resilience of British Muslims amid cost-of-living crisis, with charitable giving remaining strong despite hardships....

17:50
December 13, 2023

100 Grains – how can your business make a difference?

Join the One Hundred Grains campaign, spotlighting the advantages of corporate partnerships for Muslim businesses....

17:45
December 12, 2023

Tensions between Sudan and the UAE escalate as 15 Diplomats from the UAE are expelled by the government of Sudan

Tensions between Sudan and the UAE escalate as 15 Diplomats from the UAE are expelled by the government of...

16:15
December 12, 2023

Announced breakthrough in IGAD/AU led Sudan Peace Initiative, now in question after Sudan government declares summit statement ‘meaningless’

Announced breakthrough in IGAD/AU led Sudan Peace Initiative, now in question after Sudan government declares summit statement ‘meaningless’...

15:30
December 11, 2023

UK Prime Minister faces rebellion following resignation of Immigration Minister

UK Prime Minister faces rebellion following resignation of Immigration Minister...

19:55
December 7, 2023

ICJP asks Foreign Office for a third time for urgent clarification on Britons going to fight in Israel and Gaza

Seeking Clarification from the UK Government: ICJP Reiterates Call for Legality of British Citizens Serving in the Israeli Occupation...

17:00
December 7, 2023

UK Home Secretary, James Cleverly side-steps Supreme Court judgement on failed Rwanda Plan by signing a formal treaty

UK Home Secretary, James Cleverly side-steps Supreme Court judgement on failed Rwanda Plan by signing a formal treaty...

16:35
December 5, 2023

Afzal Khan MP petitions parliament to formally adopt definition of Islamophobia

Afzal Khan MP urges Government to adopt APPG definition of Islamophobia to tackle rising anti-Muslim sentiment in UK....

12:45
December 2, 2023

The Quran club: How Palestine is inspiring women to embrace Islam

Moved by Palestinians' unwavering faith amid Israel's brutal aggression, many young millennials and Gen Z women are turning to...

21:13
December 1, 2023

Financial Times Analysis suggests that the Labour Party’s loss of Muslim support could stop it from winning the election

Financial Times Analysis suggests that the Labour Party’s ‘loss of Muslim voters could splinter the broad coalition of support...

17:05
December 1, 2023

Niger’s new military government pokes a finger in the eye of the EU’s migration strategy as it revokes controversial migration law

Niger’s new military government pokes a finger in the eye of the EU’s migration strategy as it revokes controversial...

12:30
November 29, 2023

Human Rights Watch reports a fresh wave of genocidal violence in Sudan by RSF militias as the world’s gaze focuses on the Middle East

Human Rights Watch reports a fresh wave of genocidal violence in Sudan by RSF militias as the world’s gaze...

19:05
November 28, 2023

Record numbers of pro-Palestinian marchers demand a ceasefire as police are accused of using intimidation tactics

Record numbers of pro-Palestinian marchers demand a ceasefire as police are accused of using intimidation tactics...

13:00
November 27, 2023

Gaza Residents shot and killed as they attempt to return to their homes in the North during the ceasefire

Gaza Residents shot and killed as they attempt to return to their homes in the North during the ceasefire...

11:35
November 25, 2023

24 Palestinian women & 15 children freed in hostage deal

A total of 39 Palestinian detainees have been freed from Israeli incarceration as part of the hostage exchange agreed....

22:44
November 24, 2023

Mosque Expo: A Beacon of Innovation and Collaboration in the Islamic Community

Mosque Expo: Connecting leaders, fostering innovation, empowering communities....

17:50
November 24, 2023

The election success of far-right Islamophobe, Geert Wilders, sends shockwaves across the Muslim and Liberal communities in the Netherlands

The election success of far right Islamophobe, Geert Wilders, sends shockwaves across the Muslim and Liberal communities in Holland...

23:55
November 23, 2023

A four-day ceasefire in Gaza agreed by Israel and Hamas, is ‘a band-aid that will be ripped off a bleeding wound after four days’

A four-day ceasefire in Gaza agreed by Israel and Hamas, is ‘a band-aid that will be ripped off a...

12:35
November 22, 2023

Palestine’s star defender stuck in Gaza as national team competes for a place in FIFA World Cup 2026

Palestine’s star defender stuck in Gaza as national team competes for a place in FIFA World Cup 2026...

17:05
November 21, 2023

Arab Leaders begin Gaza Peace Tour in Beijing

Arab Leaders begin Gaza Peace Tour in Beijing...

17:15
November 20, 2023

Islam Channel hosts Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus President

British broadcaster welcomes President Tatar in its London HQ...

14:20
November 18, 2023

Israeli air raids in Gaza claim the lives of innocent civilians at UN schools and hospitals

Israeli air raids in Gaza claim the lives of innocent civilians at UN schools and hospitals...

13:20
November 18, 2023

Doctors refuse to abandon patients as Israel issues impossible one hour Al Shifa Hospital evacuation order

Doctors refuse to abandon patients as Israel issues impossible one hour evacuation order...

10:00
November 18, 2023

Keir Starmer faces rebellion as shadow cabinet and backbench MPs vote for Gaza ceasefire

Keir Starmer faces rebellion as shadow cabinet and backbench MPs vote for Gaza ceasefire...

16:00
November 16, 2023

How Muslim MPs voted on Gaza ceasefire amendment

UK parliamentary vote on calling for a ceasefire in Gaza has revealed divisions within the Labour Party, with many...

23:51
November 15, 2023

Sunak’s ‘Stop the Boats’ Plan in tatters as Supreme Court rules Rwanda Asylum Plan is unlawful

Sunak’s ‘Stop the Boats’ Plan in tatters as Supreme Court rules Rwanda Asylum Plan is unlawful...

12:25
November 15, 2023

Gaza’s largest hospital, Al-Shifa, ‘Has become a mass grave’

Gaza Strip’s largest medical complex and central hospital, Al-Shifa Hospital, ’has become a mass grave’ according to its director,...

18:45
November 14, 2023

Rishi Sunak sacks Suella Braverman

Accused of whistle-blowing, undermining cohesion, inciting hatred and violence , undermining confidence in the government, the Home Secretar...

14:20
November 13, 2023

One million attend pro-Palestine march in London as far-right thugs clash with police

Nearly a million people gathered in London to march peacefully, calling for an end to Israel's onslaught on Gaza....

16:54
November 12, 2023

Islam Channel Business Awards 2024 to showcase Britain’s finest entrepreneurial talent

The Islam Channel Business Awards are a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit of British Muslims....

15:45
November 10, 2023

MCB condemns the Home Secretary’s inflammatory comments on peaceful protests

MCB Sec-Gen will be joining Ceasefire Now in Gaza march "for peace"...

10:40
November 10, 2023

South Africa calls for the arrest of Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu

South Africa calls for the arrest of Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu...

15:50
November 8, 2023

Organisers resist pressure by Met Police to cancel Palestine march on Armistice Day

Palestine March organisers resist pressure by Met Police to cancel Armistice Day March...

13:35
November 7, 2023

Michael Gove’s plans to redefine extremism will ban dissent and criminalise key Muslim organisations

Michael Gove’s plans to redefine extremism will ban dissent and criminalise key Muslim organisations...

14:05
November 6, 2023

Celtic Club supporters who showed solidarity with Palestinians remain defiant despite season ticket ban

Celtic Club’s supporters who showed solidarity with Palestinians remain defiant despite season ticket ban...

14:35
November 2, 2023

A new report suggests government migrant policy is ‘driven by hostile rhetoric and impractical solutions’

A new report suggests government migrant policy is ‘driven by hostile rhetoric and impractical solutions’...

12:55
November 1, 2023

Co-chair of the parliamentary group on British Muslims is sacked from role as ministerial aide for calling for ceasefire in Gaza

Co-chair of the parliamentary group on British Muslims is sacked from role as ministerial aide for calling for ceasefire...

07:15
November 1, 2023

Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer, warns rebel shadow ministers to toe the line, as he reaffirms his opposition to a ceasefire in Gaza

Labour Leader Sir Kier Starmer, warns rebel shadow ministers to toe the line, as he reaffirms his opposition to...

21:20
October 31, 2023

Muslim Council of Britain Warns of Sinister Rhetoric Against Muslims in General and Pro-Palestinian Supporters in Particular

The Muslim Council of Britain raised its concerns against the rise in divisive rhetoric as the crisis in the...

17:40
October 31, 2023

The War on Gaza: What’s next for Palestine?

ICJP panel tackles Gaza's impact: legal accountability, Western hypocrisy exposed, and urgent ceasefire demands in a crisis....

16:15
October 31, 2023

Scotland’s First Minister slams the UK for abstaining in UN vote for peace in Gaza

Scotland’s First Minister slams the UK for abstaining in UN vote for peace in Gaza...

16:00
October 30, 2023

US President Joe Biden’s support among Muslims in America collapses following his unconditional support for Israel

US President Joe Biden’s support among Muslims in America collapses following his unconditional support for Israel...

12:15
October 30, 2023

Waging a ‘holy war’ brings an end to rational man

Islam Channel Founder Mohamed Ali Harrath gives his thoughts about ill-judged calls for a 'holy war' to be waged...

17:26
October 29, 2023

Labour elected members refuse to tow party line over leader’s Gaza remarks

Labour elected members refuse to tow party line over leader’s Gaza remarks...

14:55
October 29, 2023

Round-up: Israel-Palestine social media coverage

We continue rounding up our social media coverage of the ongoing attack by Israel on Gaza....

11:15
October 29, 2023

Five Islamic Financial Institutions Pledge £459M at WHBC 2023 to Drive Malaysia’s Halal Ecosystem Development

Five prominent Islamic financial institutions have joined forces, pledging a substantial total funding of RM2.67 billion (£459 million)....

15:00
October 27, 2023

Celtic football fans defy the threat of sanctions from UEFA and ‘courageously fly the Palestinian Flag’

Celtic Football Fans defy the threat of sanctions from UEFA and ‘courageously fly the Palestinian Flag’...

13:00
October 27, 2023

Israel-Palestine: Why Labour and Keir Starmer are haemorrhaging Muslim support

Why Labour and Keir Starmer are haemorrhaging Muslim support...

23:50
October 26, 2023

UK Government trumpets closure of asylum seeker hotels and turns a blind eye to homelessness fallout

UK Government trumpets closure of asylum seeker hotels and turns a blind eye to homelessness fallout...

13:05
October 26, 2023

Israeli Ministers call for the UN Chief to resign after he dares to speak out about the Gaza Crisis

Israeli Ministers call for the UN Chief to resign after he dares to speak out about the Gaza Crisis...

14:45
October 25, 2023

Home Secretary fails to silence opposition to the continuing slaughter in Gaza, as Met Police Chief refuses to succumb to pressure

Home Secretary’s fails to silence public opposition to the continuing slaughter in Gaza, as Met Police Chief refuses to...

12:45
October 24, 2023

Former Pakistan Prime Minister, Imran Khan, could face up to 14 years in jail

Former Pakistan Prime Minister, Imran Khan, could face up to 14 years in jail...

14:40
October 23, 2023

Historic pro-Palestinian march: 300,000 in London demand end to Gaza bombardment

Around 300,000 demonstrators marched through London demanding an end to Israel's bombardment of Gaza,...

13:32
October 22, 2023

Israel-Palestine war: A round-up of our social media coverage

Our social media coverage this week continued to highlight the human impact of Israel's attack on Gaza...

13:17
October 22, 2023

World Halal Business Conference Circuit 2023 Expands Reach to the UK

WHBC Circuit 2023 aims to boost local halal industries in a £3-trillion market...

16:00
October 20, 2023

Keir Starmer faces demands to resign from Muslim Labour supporters over ‘horrifying comments’ in support of ‘Israeli war crimes’ in Gaza

Keir Starmer faces demands from Muslim Labour supporters for him to resign over ‘horrifying comments’ in support of ‘Israeli...

10:55
October 20, 2023

Gaza Hospital Bombing ‘Massacre’ which killed 500 is condemned by the Arab world

Gaza Hospital Bombing ‘Massacre’ which killed 500 is condemned by the Arab world...

14:35
October 18, 2023

Humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza described as ‘Nakba 2.0’

Humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza described as ‘Nakba 2.0’...

14:40
October 17, 2023

6-year-old killed in hate crime connected to Israel-Palestine War, police say

A 6-year-old boy was stabbed to death by his landlord in a horrific Islamophobic attack motivated by Israel-Palestine War,...

21:27
October 16, 2023

PM warned of war crime charges over Gaza

ICJP has warned PM Rishi Sunak that UK officials may face individual liability for aiding potential Israeli war crimes...

18:59
October 15, 2023

Watch: Global solidarity rallies in support of Palestine

Thousands of pro-Palestinian protesters turned out in London as rallies were held around the world in solidarity with Palestine....

18:52
October 15, 2023

Israel-Palestine war: A round-up of our social media coverage

Islam Channel's social media has worked diligently to keep Muslims informed about the unfolding events in Palestine....

23:46
October 13, 2023

Fake UK news reports about Gaza to be reported to press regulator

Fake UK News Reports about Gaza to be reported to Press Regulator...

12:15
October 13, 2023

UN Human Rights Chief breaks the silence on Israeli Human Rights breaches in Gaza

UN Human Rights Chief breaks the silence on Israeli Human Rights breaches in Gaza...

22:30
October 10, 2023

US deploys a major naval military task force to support Israel in the wake of the Hamas incursion

US deploys a major naval military task force to support Israel in the wake of the Hamas incursion...

14:50
October 9, 2023

Hamas leaders declare ‘Enough is enough’ as they launch unprecedented strikes against Israel

Palestinians Hamas leaders declare ‘Enough is enough’ as they launch unprecedented strikes against Israel...

15:45
October 7, 2023

West London Muslim centre for women vandalised and firebombed

A Muslim educational centre for women and children in West London was vandalised and firebombed...

20:59
October 4, 2023

Former EHRC Staff alleges politics prevented Tory Islamophobia probe

The staff said politics was the reason why EHRC investigated alleged antisemitism in Labour but not Islamophobia within the...

22:45
October 3, 2023

Tory Mayoral Candidate smear of London Muslim Mayor described as ‘vile, ignorant, wrong’ and ‘beneath contempt’

Tory Mayoral Candidate smear of London Muslim Mayor as ‘vile, ignorant, wrong’ and ‘beneath contempt’...

15:35
October 3, 2023

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