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Assad Accused of Sectarian Crackdown with Mosque Closures

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad faces mounting criticism for the forced closure of key Sunni mosques in Damascus, a move decried as a blatant attempt to suppress religious freedom and inflame sectarian divisions.

Quebec Passes Controversial Public Prayer Ban

The Canadian province of Quebec has passed a controversial new law, Bill 25, severely restricting public prayer in a move critics are calling a direct assault on religious liberties. The legislation has sparked immediate legal challenges and protests.

Mexican Senate Debate Erupts Into Vicious Physical Brawl

Chaos erupted in Mexico's Senate as a heated debate on the country's violent drug cartels descended into a full-scale physical brawl, with politicians throwing punches and scrambling over furniture in a stunning display of political discord.

Amish Fight Ohio Over Buggy Symbols in Supreme Court

An Amish community in Ohio is challenging state orders to display bright orange safety symbols on their horse-drawn buggies, citing a violation of their deeply held religious beliefs. The case raises profound questions about religious freedom and state re

Federal Court Blocks Louisiana Ten Commandments School Law

A US federal court has temporarily blocked Louisiana's controversial law mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, citing 'significant Establishment Clause concerns' and potential violation of the First Amendment.

Court Orders Ten Commandments in Texas Schools

A federal appeals court has mandated the display of the Ten Commandments in all Texas public school classrooms, igniting a fierce national debate on religious freedom, education, and the First Amendment.

Met Police volunteer told to remove hijab

A Muslim volunteer officer with the Metropolitan Police was reportedly instructed to remove her hijab, igniting a debate over religious freedoms and uniform policies.

Lakemba Mosque loudspeaker proposal divides locals

A proposal to amplify calls to prayer from Lakemba Mosque via loudspeakers has ignited a heated debate between local residents and religious leaders over noise levels and cultural tolerance.

US Faces Lawsuit Over ICE Church Raids

A lawsuit has been filed against US immigration authorities for conducting raids on churches, raising concerns over religious freedoms and immigrant rights.

Iraqi Christians face DNA tests in Baghdad

Iraqi Christians in Baghdad are being compelled to undergo DNA testing to confirm their lineage amid growing sectarian tensions and bureaucratic scrutiny.

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