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

Inaugural Life of the Prophet Muhammad conference hailed as shining success

Saturday saw the successful launch of the inaugural Life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) conference and exhibition...

18:10
October 1, 2023

Burkina Faso’s popular military ousters repel attempted coup plotters

Cracks appear in the ranks of the military ousters in West Africa’s former colonial states...

22:40
September 30, 2023

Elon Musk rebuked by the German government over his tacit support for anti-Immigration Far-Right Party

Elon Musk endures the wrath of the German government over his tacit support for anti-Immigration Far-Right Party...

22:30
September 30, 2023

Kosovo ‘s President says ‘Kosovo will defend its freedom at any price’, as Serbian troops mass on its borders

Kosovo ‘s President says ‘Kosovo will defend it’s freedom at any price’, as Serbian troops mass on its borders...

15:55
September 30, 2023

GB news claims its “investigation” caused police to withdraw from Muslim conference

GB News claims West Midlands Police withdrew from Life of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Conference after its “investigation”...

21:47
September 29, 2023

Mail on Sunday sanctioned for singling out Pakistani men as main group involved in child sex abuse

Mail on Sunday sanctioned for singling out Pakistani men as main group involved in child sex abuse...

08:00
September 29, 2023

Chinese Authorities jail prominent Uyghur academic for life for ‘endangering state security’

Chinese Authorities jail prominent Uyghur Academic for life for encouraging separatism...

21:30
September 28, 2023

Suella Braverman’s Washington speech described as an echo of Enoch Powell’s ‘Rivers of Blood’

Suella Braverman’s Washington speech described as an echo of Enoch Powell’s ‘Rivers of Blood’...

12:10
September 28, 2023

“No one should tell women what to wear” – UN rebukes France over Olympics hijab ban

The UN has slammed France on its stance to ban their athletes from wearing the hijab during the 2024...

23:05
September 27, 2023

Highlights from the World Halal Food Festival

The World Halal Food Festival held at the London Stadium at the weekend was the ultimate halal food extravaganza,...

17:00
September 27, 2023

Visit My Mosque 2023: Faith, Food and Creating Heartwarming Friendships

Weekend event unites communities through faith, food and friendship...

15:00
September 27, 2023

UK Home Secretary, calls for change to UN Refugee Conventions as government’s ‘Stop the Boats’ programme flounders

UK Home Secretary, calls for change to UN Refugee Conventions as government’s ‘Stop the Boats’ programme flounders...

13:35
September 26, 2023

Protesters jubilant as President Macron announces the withdrawal of French ambassador and troops from Niger

French President Macron confirms French ambassador will pack up and leave Niger within hours...

08:20
September 25, 2023

Cartoonists hit back at Immigration Minister’s ‘evil’ decision to paint over child-friendly murals

Cartoonists hit back at Immigration Minister’s ‘evil’ decision to paint over child-friendly murals...

21:40
September 24, 2023

Welsh government follows Scotland in opposing anti-boycott bill

The Welsh Government has announced that it formally opposes a bill that aims to ban public bodies from participating...

12:08
September 24, 2023

Video: The meaning of Subhanallah

In this video, the Imam Omar Suleiman delves into the meaning of the phrase "Subhanallah."...

12:00
September 24, 2023

Leicester disorder: Independent inquiry launches to rival contested government review

The government named its panelists for the contested review of Leicester's 2022 unrest, rival investigation launches...

18:55
September 22, 2023

Italy’s Prime Minister, Georgia Meloni insists ‘I won’t allow Italy to become Europe’s refugee camp’

Italy’s Prime Minister, Georgia Meloni insists ‘I won’t allow Italy to become Europe’s refugee camp’...

15:45
September 22, 2023

Sudan’s constitutional head calls on the UN Assembly to designate the RSF and its leader as terrorists

Sudan’s constitutional head calls on the UN Assembly to designate his foe, Hemedti and the RSF as terrorists...

12:00
September 22, 2023

Watch: Exploring the Significance of Rabi al-Awwal

The third month of the Islamic calendar, Rabi al-Awwal, marks some significant events in Muslim history....

20:41
September 19, 2023

UK Public Inquiry finds conditions in immigration detention centre ‘truly shocking’

UK Public Inquiry finds conditions in immigration detention centre ‘truly shocking’...

17:25
September 19, 2023

Tensions escalate ‘short of war’ in rebel West African Sahel States

Tensions escalate ‘short of war’ in rebel West African Sahel States...

13:15
September 19, 2023

German footballer Robert Bauer confirms conversion to Islam

Social media users have praised German footballer Robert Bauer after he confirmed converting to Islam in a series of...

12:33
September 17, 2023

Scholars urge universities drop controversial IHRA antisemitism definition

A prominent group of scholars has urged British universities to reject the controversial definition of antisemitism adopted by the...

12:26
September 17, 2023

French far-right triggered by hijabi footballers

An advert from multinational cosmetics company Sephora featuring Muslim footballers wearing hijabs has sparked outrage from far-right groups...

19:41
September 15, 2023

Death Toll from Libya Floods projected to exceed 20,000

Death Toll from Libya Floods projected to exceed 20,000...

22:50
September 14, 2023

Serb nationalist indicted for defying Dayton as former Serb Army officials arrested for genocide

Serb nationalist Milorad Dodik is indicted for defying the international peace agreement and five former Serb Army officials face...

18:25
September 14, 2023

Visit My Mosque 2023 looks at faith, food, and friendship

Visit My Mosque, the biggest mosque open day event in the UK - is back this on the 23rd...

23:04
September 13, 2023

WORLD HALAL FOOD FESTIVAL: WEEKEND EVENT BACK IN LONDON

Halal foodies can indulge in a world of flavour, feasting and fun at the World Halal Food Festival...

17:00
September 12, 2023

Professor Joel Hayward: A Scholar Who Found Islam and Wisdom in Warfare

From Military Historian to Authority on Islamic History and Diplomacy...

12:00
September 12, 2023

New military rulers accuse France of preparing for war in Niger

Military rulers accuse France of preparing for war in Niger...

14:20
September 11, 2023

Joram Van Klaveren: From Far-Right Politics to Islam

A Former Dutch MP's Unexpected Journey to Islam and the Founding of the Islam Experience Centre (IXC)...

13:30
September 11, 2023

Morocco reels after strongest quake on record kills over 2000

Morocco enters three days of mourning as rescue and recovery efforts continue after Friday's devastating earthquake that claimed over...

12:24
September 10, 2023

Video: The story of Musa’s mother — a lesson in tawakkul

The powerful video from Ustadha Lobna Mull recounts the story of Musa (AS) and his mother....

12:19
September 10, 2023

‘Islamophobic policy’: School strike over French abaya ban

French schools have reprimanded and sent home dozens of girls for wearing abayas, including seemingly innocuous long garments....

21:51
September 7, 2023

Gabon’s ousted former President Ali Bongo is to be allowed to leave the country

Gabon’s former President Ali Bongo, ousted by the military is to be allowed to leave the country...

11:40
September 7, 2023

French President Macron capitulates in talks to remove French troops from Niger

French President Macron capitulates in talks to remove French troops from Niger...

09:35
September 6, 2023

UK Foreign Secretary accused of ‘talking the talk’ on Uyghur human rights abuses in China

UK Foreign Secretary accused of ‘talking the talk’, not walking the walk on Uyghur human rights abuses in China...

14:45
September 5, 2023

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