Israel Inaugurates “Trump Heights” on Golan
Golan Heights, MINA – Israeli government inaugurated a new community on Golan Heights with name “Trump Heights”. The name is a tribute to President of the United States (US) Donald…
Gaza Experiences 52 Percent of Drug Scarcity Due to Blockade
Gaza, MINA – Director General of Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza, Munir Al-Bursh, warned of a drastic decline in medical supplies and medical functions at health facilities in Gaza…
Imam Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah) Visits Palestinian Ambassador in Jakarta
Jakarta, MINA – After the holy month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr in 1440 H, Imaam Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah), Yakhsyallah Mansur visited Palestinian ambassador to Indonesia Zuhair Al-Shun at his…
Palestine Regrets Jordan and Egypt to Present at Bahrain Workshops
Ramallah, MINA – Palestinian Authority (PA) deeply regrets for decision of Jordanian and Egyptian governments to attend at economic workshop the United States-led in Bahrain, which would discuss controversial plans…
Palestinian Security Officer Shot by Israeli Gunfire in Nablus
Nablus, MINA – Israeli forces opened fire at Palestinian security forces in the northern West Bank city of Nablus, injuring an officer. Nablus Governor Ibrahim Ramdan said that in the early…
Hundreds of Jewish Settlers Forced to Enter Al-Aqsa Mosque
Al-Quds, MINA – Hundreds of Jewish settlers forced their way into Al-Aqsa Mosque complex on Sunday. It happens quite often and troubles Muslims there. “Israeli police closed Al-Mugharbah Gate in…
Omar: Netanyahu Seeks to Block Two State Solution Bill in Congress
Washington, MINA – US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has accused Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu of trying to get the Congress to scrap a bipartisan — Republican and Democratic — resolution supporting…
Israel to Build 805 Illegal Settlements in Al-Quds
Al-Quds, MINA – Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh on Tuesday urged international community to pressure Israel’s colonialist which were in conflict with international consensus. “Laws and resolutions regard East Jerusalem…
Palestine, Syria and Jordan Celebrate Eid Al-Fitr on Wednesday
Jerusalem, MINA – Palestine declared Eid Al-Fitr falling on Wednesday. Jerusalem’s Grand Mufti, Sheikh Muhammad Hussein said Palestinian Fatwa Council (Dar al-Iftaa) on Monday night. Al-Aqsa Mosque complex could not…
Eid Mubarak, Khamenei Invites Muslims to Support Palestine
Teheran, MINA – Iran’s supreme leader Ayatullah Ali Khamenei held a meeting with the ambassadors of Islamic countries in order to celebrate the moment of Eid al-Fitr on Wednesday. On…
Abbas Hopes “Deal of the Century” Goes to Hell
Ramallah, MINA – Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas reiterated his hopes that the US-proposed peace plan, dubbed Deal of the Century, will go to hell, WAFA reported. “I hope that the next…
Britain Conserned Over New Settlement Units in Jerusalem
London, MINA – Britain’s Minister for the Middle East at the Foreign Office Andrew Murrison on Tuesday said that his government is concerned by new plans to build settlement units…
AWG Distributes 250 Iftar Packages at Al-Aqsa Mosque
Jakarta, MINA – The humanitarian organization of Al-Aqsa Working Group (AWG) distributed 250 iftar packages for the worshipers at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Palestine. The humanitarian mission program in collaboration with…
Over 1.100 Settlers Tour Aqsa Amid Violence: Official
Jerusalem, MINA – Hundreds of Jewish settlers forced their way into Jerusalem’s flashpoint the Al-Aqsa mosque on Sunday, in a rare tour in the final days of the fasting month of…
MAPIM Condemns Israeli Raiding Al-Aqsa and Assaulting Worshippers
Kuala Lumpur, MINA – Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organization (MAPIM) and Malaysian Ulema condemned Israeli police assault worshippers after 400 zionists raiding Al-Aqsa Mosque on Sunday, June 2. “This…
Friendly Match, Indonesia Beats Vanuatu 6-0
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian football team won 6-0 over Vanuatu in an international friendly match at Bung Karno Stadium (GBK) Jakarta, Saturday night, June 6. Striker, Beto Goncalves scored four…
Increase Professionalism in Month of Syawwal: Imaam
Jakarta, MINA – Imaam Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah) Yakhshallah Mansur stressed that this month of Shawwal must be used to increase professionalism charity. According to him, professionalism is a work that…
Imam Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah) Visits Palestinian Ambassador in Jakarta
Jakarta, MINA – After the holy month of Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr in 1440 H, Imaam Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah), Yakhsyallah Mansur visited Palestinian ambassador to Indonesia Zuhair Al-Shun at his…
Imaam Yakhsyallah Prays for Sudan Crisis to End Soon
Jakarta, MINA – Imaamul Muslimin Yakhshallah Mansur is praying for the crisis that is currently engulfing the Sudanese to end soon. “We pray that the crisis in Sudan to end…
Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah) Sets 1 Shawwal on Tuesday June, 4th, 2019
Cileungsi, Bogor Regency, MINA – Unifying forum of Muslims, Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah) sets Eid al-Fitr or 1 Shawwal 1440 H falls on Tuesday June 4th 2019 M. The determination was…
Indonesian Government Sets 1 Shawwal 1440 H Fall on Wednesday June 5
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian government stipulated 1 Shawwal or Eid Al-Fitr 1440 Hijriah falls on Wednesday, June 5. It is based on the results of Islamic congregation conducted by Ministry…
AWG Delievers Ramadhan Fundrising to Palestinian
Bogor, MINA – Aqsa Working Group (AWG) handed over fundraising during Ramadhan 1440H safari to Sheikh Ayoub Mouse Yousuf of Al-Khoiriyat Foundation in Lebanon as much as US$ 18,500. “The…
Agung Mount Launches Eruption
Denpasar, Bali – Agung Mount in Karangasem District, Bali, again erupted on Friday May 31 at 11.42 local time with the height of ash column observed about two kilometers above…
President Jokowi Welcomes MTQ International Winner
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian President Joko Widodo accepted the presence of Syamsuri Firdaus, the winner of International MTQ (Musabaqah Tilawatil Quran) in Turkey. After meeting with the President at Merdeka…
Indonesian Navy Increase Nation Service in Nuzulul Quran Commemoration
Ambon, MINA — Commander of Ambon Base Navy (Lantamal) IX, Laksma TNI Antongan Simatupang, appealed to his personnel to apply teachings Quran in carrying out daily tasks, including among families…
Sudanese Ambassador Holds Dialogue and Iftar with Figures and Journalists
Jakarta, MINA – Sudanese Ambassador to Indonesia DR. Elsiddieg Abdulaziz Abdalla held an iftar and dialogue with figures and journalists from several media, including MINA News Office, at his residence,…
MER-C to Bring Violence Cases May 22 to ICC
Jakarta, MINA – Humanitarian Medical Emergency Rescue – Committee (MER-C) is planning to bring violence that took place during the 22 May Action in front of Bawaslu Building to the…
Mass of May 22 Action and Police Breakfasting Together
Jakarta, MINA – Masses against the results of Indonesian Election Recapitulation 2019 and police who guard Indonesian Election Supervisory Body (Bawaslu) conducted break fast together at Sarinah building yard, Jakarta,…
Prabowo Responds to May 22 Action, “Avoid Violence”
Jakarta, MINA -Indonesian Presidential Candidate Prabowo Subianto appealed to mass demonstration of action May 22 in front of Bawaslu to avoid violence. “I appeal to all who want to listen…
To Avoid Provocations, Indonesian Government to Limit Social Media Access
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Politics, Law and Security, Wiranto, stated that government limited access to social media, especially Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram. It is aimed to avoid…
International
New Zealand Warns Tsunami After Earthquake Shake Pacific Ocean
Wellington, MINA – New Zealand issued tsunami warning after 7.4 Richter Scale earthquake shook the Kermadec Islands region in Pacific Ocean. The US Geological Survey said a 7.4 magnitude earthquake…
Three New York Officers Have Died by Suicide in Less Than 10 Days
New York, MINA – Three officers from the New York Police Department have died by suicide in less than 10 days, a growing problem that the NYPD chief has called…
South Sudan: Record Number of People Face Severe Hunger
Juba, MINA – A record number of almost seven million people in South Sudan – or more than 60 percent of its population – are facing severe hunger, according to…
Journalists in Nepal Discuss Media Responsibility for Global Peacebuilding
Kathmandu, MINA – On 8th of June, the 2nd Nepal media peace forum named “Voice of Press” was held in Kathmandu to promote peacebuilding and civic awareness of peace by…
Marocco Requires Young People to Join in Military Service
Rabat, MINA – Marocco requires young people and their youth to take part in military service. The policy was re-imposed for the first time since 2006, according to the announcement…
Germany Says to Continue Support for UNRWA
Amman, MINA – Germany will continue to support UN refugee agency UNRWA, German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said. “We see support for UNRWA as very important and we will continue it,”…
Government Urges Indonesian Citizens in Sudan to Increase Awareness
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on Indonesian citizens in Kharotum to increase awareness. It was issued after a series violence resulted in deaths and injuries in…
Muslim Community Hopes for Grand Mosque in Cebu
Cebu City (Philippines), MINA – The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) – Visayas is hoping that a Grand Mosque will someday be built in Cebu as the Muslim community continues…
Saudi Arabia Calls for Sighting Shawwal Eid Al-Fitr Moon on Monday
Riyadh, MINA – The Supreme Court has called on all Muslims throughout Saudi Arabia to sight the crescent of the month of Shawwal on Monday evening, Ramadan 29, 1440H, corresponding…
Saudi Arabia Issues More Than 7.58 Million Umrah Visas
Riyadh, MINA – The number of Umrah visas issued this year has reached 7,584,428, of which 7,201,851 pilgrims have arrived in the Kingdom, according to data provided by the Hajj…
Arab Leaders Gather for King Salman’s Invitation
Mekkah, MINA – Arab leaders gathered to hold high-level summit in the holiest city for Muslims, in Makkah on Thursday night. Saudi Arabia seeks an integrated regional stance in response…
Saudi Distributes US$ 71, 25 Million to Indonesia for Humanitarian Aid
Makkah, MINA – For a period of four years from 2015 to March 2019, Government of Saudi Arabia delivered humanitarian aid to Indonesia. It was delivered through King Salman Humanitarian…
Indonesian FM Attends OIC Summit in Jeddah
Jeddah, MINA – Indonesian Foreign Minister (FM) Retno LP Marsudi attended Foreign Minister Level Meeting and 14th Meeting of the Islamic Cooperation Organization (OIC) in Jeddah and Mecca which took…
Palestinian Independence is Main Responsibilities of OIC: Turkey
Ankara, MINA – Turkish government said it would reject any peace agreement that does not include Palestinian independence. Ankara considers it is important for member countries of the Organization of…
“Egg Boy” Contributed AUS$ 100,000 to Christchurch Terror Victims
Canberra, MINA – Will Connolly, an Australian teenager who knocked eggs on the head of former right-wing senator Fraser Anning, handed over AUS$ 100,000 to victims of Christchurch terrorist attack….
Economy
Indonesia Helps Suriname to Develop Sharia Banks
Paramaribo, MINA – Indonesia affirms its commitment to help Suriname in developing Sharia banking. Bank Indonesia has sent a team to Suriname to provide training in regulation and supervision of…
5th International Islamic Finance Executive Program Concludes in Jeddah
Jeddah, MINA – Senior executives of Islamic financial institutions from various countries have attended the fifth International Executive Program in Islamic Finance, held in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The…
Indonesia-Argentina Agree with Market Access for Agricultural Products
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman with Argentine Vice President Gabriela Michetti agreed on bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and Argentina regarding market access for agricultural products. The…
Discount Stores Helping Ramadan Shoppers to Stock Up
Riyadh, MINA – With Ramadan underway, Saudis have been busy preparing for the holy month of fasting. From fervent pantry stocking to the mad rush for decorations, people in the…
Fintech Investment in Indonesia Reaches $10 billion
Jakarta, MINA – Fintech industry in Indonesia continues to grow and helps economic growth. Based on reports from the Fintech Indonesia or Aftech Association, fintech investment in Indonesia has so…
FAMEX Mexico 2019, Indonesia Promotes Defense Facility
Santa Lucia, MINA – Indonesia participated in 2019 Feria Aeroespacial Mexico (Famex) exhibition held by Mexican Ministry of Defense (SEDENA) on April 24-27 in Santa Lucia, Estados de Mexico state….
Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah) Hold Business Meeting
Natar, South Lampung, MINA – Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbullah) held an Entrepreneur Meeting at the Hall of Agricultural Science Park, Natar, South Lampung, on Saturday. The event was organized by Business…
Indonesia to All Out Participate in Dubai Arabian Travel Market
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Ministry of Tourism will all out participate in Arabian Travel Market (ATM). This annual event will take place at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Center, United…
Al-Quds University Promotes Sharia Insurance
Al-Quds, MINA – Al-Quds University in Abu Dia City, east Jerusalem, promoted sharia insurance that developing in domestic and international. The promotion was held by Da’wah Faculty and collaborated with…
Saudi to Invest IDR 84.31 Trillion for Indonesian Petrochemical Industry
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Minister of Industry, Airlangga Hartarto said Saudi Arabia would invest $ 6 billion or IDR 84.31 Trillion for petrochemical industry in Indonesia. This investment has been…
Palestine Leads G-77 Meeting to Discuss International Trade
New York, MINA – Riyad Mansour, Palestinian Permanent Representative for the United Nations, led a series of important meetings at the United Nations as Chair of G-77 plus China in…
King of Morocco Calls for Regional Solidarity
Rabat, MINA – Moroccan King, Mohammed VI called for regional collective solidarity action, in his remarks at the annual Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) meeting in Marrakech, Friday, April 5. Mohammed…
Indonesia Supports Food and Nutrition Security in Southeast Asia
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian government supported the creation of food security, nutrition, and farmers welfare in Southeast Asia, which is also an effort of World Food Agency, Food and Agricultural…
At Least 1.27 Million Foreign Tourists Visit Indonesia in February
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesia Central Statistics Agency (BPS) announced as 1.270.825 foreign tourists visited Indonesia in February. This number increased 4.8 percent from the number of foreign tourist visits in…
Baznas Appoints Tangerang as Sharia-Based Economy City
Tangerang, MINA – Tangerang City was chosen to be one of the sharia-based economic regions for the next five years, starting from 2019 to 2024. To realize this, the Tangerang…
Cambodia Treats Seriously Halal Sector
Phnom Penh, MINA – The Government of Cambodia treats the halal sector seriously because it launches halal certification for the food business under strict food safety rules. As many as…
2019 Indonesia Islamic Economy Festival Held in Bandung
Bandung, MINA – Indonesia Islamic Economy Festival (IIEFest) 2019 on Friday was officially held in Bandung, West Java. This event consisted of talk of halal digital industry, halal tourism, and…
Taiwan to Increase Friendly Muslims Hospital
Taipei, MINA – Government of Taipei, capital city of Taiwan, stressed the desire to increase number of Muslim-friendly hospitals. As reported the Taipei Times on Tuesday, Taipei Ministry of Health…
Indonesia Top World’s Halal Tourist Destination
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesia finally managed to rank first of the most popular halal tourist destination in the world this year. This was stated in the Global Muslim Travel Index…
Lombok Chosen as Indonesian Best Halal Travel Destination
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Muslim Travel Index (IMTI) in the 2019 reported Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Province was chosen as the best halal tourism destination in Indonesia with the…
Pakistan-Brunei to Expand Business Relations, Including Halal Sector
Bandar Seri Begawan, MINA – Executor of Pakistani High Commissioner for Brunei Darussalam, Ahmed Ali Sirohey and Chair of Brunei Darussalam International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BDICCI) Haji Shazali…
Malaysia, Philippines to Increase Trade Cooperation in Halal Products
Kuala Lumpur, MINA – Malaysia will establish cooperation in the trade of halal products with Philippines which is targeting global halal markets, Philstar said on Thursday. As quoted from Anadolu…
The 11Th World Halal Conference Presents Strategic Direction for Halal Economy
Kuala Lumpur, MINA – The 11th World Halal Conference (WHC) 2019 commenced today, facilitating discussions on the ever-growing need for the industry to reflect on its existing strengths; and to…
Philippines Formulates Guidelines for Halal Accreditation
Manila, MINA – Philippine government approved formulation of guidelines for the country’s halal accreditation body to increase halal market, said the Bussiness Mirror on Sunday as quoted by Anadolu Agency…
Halal MSMEs Certification Still Has Financial Problem: LPPOM MUI
Jakarta, MINA – Director of Food and Drug Analysis Agency of the Indonesian Council of Ulema (LPPOM MUI), Lukmanul Hakim said that a joint solution was needed regarding the financing…
The Largest Halal Industry Exhibition to Held in Jakarta
Jakarta, MINA – The collaboration between Muslim Lifestyle Festival and Islamic Tourism Expo will hold the biggest Indonesian Sharia and Halal Industry Exhibition for the first time in Jakarta. PT…
Ambassador Wahid Invites Halal Entrepreneurs to Join 2019 Kazan Summit
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Ambassador of to Russia and Republic of Belarus, M. Wahid Supriadi invited domestic leading halal product companies to take part in The 11th International Economic Summit…
Minister Bambang: Real Halal and Islamic Financial Must Be Strengthened
Jakarta, MINA – The Chairman of the Association of Islamic Economic Experts (IAEI) Bambang Brodjonegoro stressed that in 2020, the integration between the halal real sector and Islamic financial must…
Jokowi Wants Halal Certification for MSMEs Without Charge
Bekasi, MINA – Indonesian President Joko Widodo wants the halal certification process for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to be accelerated and not subject to any fees or free….
Minister of Sarawak: Halal Certificates Related to Food Hygiene and Safety
Kuching, MINA – Obtaining halal certificates was not only to comply with sharia law, but most was importantly guarantee for food safety and cleanliness, said Minister of Virtue, Community Welfare,…
Ministry of Education Distributes Free Reading Books
Jakarta, MINA – Language and Bookkeeping Agency of Education and Culture Ministry (Kemendikbud) works with National Library and Indonesian Publishers Association (IKAPI) hold a free books sharing program with theme…
Middle East Countries’ Ambassadors Discuss Educational Synergy with Indonesia
Jakarta, MINA – Director General of Islamic Education, Kamarudin Amin becomes keynote speaker at the Symposium held by the Office of Presidential Affairs for Middle East and OIC on Thursday,…
At least 11 Indonesian Universities Targeted for World Ranking in 2024
Depok, MINA – Indonesian Minister of Research, Technology and Higher Education, Mohamad Nasir targets 11 universities in Indonesia can penetrate to the world ranking in 2024. He conveyed it when…
Indonesian Madrasah Students Win Gold Medal at International Invention Festival
Malang, MINA – As four students of Batu Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri (MTsN), East Java, won gold medal in Youth Scientific Writing Competition (KIR), 2019 Indonesia International Invention Festival (I3F) which…
Al-Fatah Foundation Holds Education Seminar
South Lampung, MINA – Majelis Tarbiyah Al-Fatah foundation held educational seminar in Al-Fatah Islamic Boarding Schools, South Lampung Province on Friday, with the theme “Improving Quality of Education, Answering Future…
Two Islamic Colleges in Bogor Establish Cooperation with Russia
Kazan, MINA – Two Islamic universities in Bogor, West Java have collaborated with Russian Islamic University (RIU). The two colleges are the Tazkia Islamic Economics College (STEI) and Ibn Khaldun…
Al-Aqsa University Hold Cultural, Scientific Cooperation
Ramallah, MINA – Al-Aqsa University in Gaza Strip received a delegation from the Nazareth Culture and Development Center from the West Bank to hold cultural and scientific cooperation. Dunya al-Wathan…
Two Indonesian Qori Win International MTQ Champion in Iran
Teheran, MINA – A number of Indonesian youths have reportedly successfully won the 36th International MTQ (Musabaqah Tilawatil Quran) held in Tehran. This International MTQ takes place on 10-14 April…
International Islamic School Launched in Indonesia
Jakarta, MINA – International Islamic School called Knowledge Link Intercultural School (KLIS) which was initiated by K-Link Indonesia launching in Jakarta, Tuesday. KLIS International Islamic School at the primary level…
Indonesian Madrasah Technonatura Takes Part in 2019 Robot World Championship
Sydney, MINA – The Indonesian robotic team Madrasah Technonatura Java Knights received an award “Allstar Rookie” in the South Pacific Regional Robotics competition in Sydney on Sunday. For this achievement,…
Experts: Indonesian Children Lack DHA Intake
Jakarta, MINA – Early childhood education expert, Dr. Sofia Hantanti MSi said intelligence and learning achievement of children in school is influenced by many things, ranging from education patterns, physical…
Indonesian Army Sends 900 Soldiers to Teach Schools in Border Areas
Jakarta, MINA – As 900 Indonesian Army (TNI) will teach schools to overcome the lack of teachers in border areas. This was agreed with the signing of a cooperation agreement…
Indonesian Community BLK to Complete Character Education in Islamic Boarding Schools
Jakarta, MINA – Indonesian Minister of Manpower, Hanif Dhakiri said the construction of Community Training Centers (BLK) is a government program to complete soft skills and character in pesantren (Islamic…
Indonesia and the United Nations Friendship University in Moscow
Moscow, MINA – The establishment of the Russian Nations Friendship University or the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN) in Moscow cannot be separated from the history of Indonesia-Russia (Soviet…
House of Representatives Appreciate Indonesia-Australia Muslim Youth Exchange Program
Jakarta, MINA – Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives Commission II, Nihayatul Mafiroh appreciates the Muslim Youth Exchange Program organized by the Indonesian-Australian Institute (IAI). He considered this program…
Interview
How to Deal with Diabetes in an Islamic Way (exclusive interview with Prof. Ab Aziz Al-Safi Ismail)
Diabetes is a disease that affects many people in the world. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the number of sufferers continues to increase year to year. Currently, it…
Completing Humanitarian Aid in Palu
An interview with Shabeer Sacranie, the Chairman of Humanity Without Borders, a registered charitable organization from the United Kingdom In Tangerang, Wednesday (5/12). Humanity Without Borders is a charitable organization aiming to…
UN Official Atributes Rise in Gaza Protests to Increasing Frustration
Jerusalem, MINA — The Humanitarian Coordinator for the occupied Palestinian territory, Jamie McGoldrick, Saturday attributed the rise in the Gaza demonstration at the border with Israel on Friday that…
Can Indonesia Boost Its Halal Industry Like Korea?
(Interview with DR. James Noh, Director General of KIHI and KIM, Joo-Cheong, Principal Researcher of Korea Testing Laboratory (KTL), 9/4 in Jakarta. By Shafril Lubis, Director of MINA News Agency)…
Modern Times Slavery and What Can be Done with It
The last case of allegedly slavery in Libya has shocked the world. Humans there were sold at a mere $200 per person, cheaper than how slaves were traded hundreds of…
The Walk to Jerussalem Activists Hope to Change the Record of Balfour Declaration
In line with the 100th commemoration of the Balfour Declaration in the next early November, dozens of activists from various countries protested in the form of longmarches from their own…
IHH Explains Why The Charity Group Linked to Bahctiar Nasir and Terrorism in Syria
Indonesian National Police Chief Gen. Tito Karnavian recently revealed that he had evidence on illegal funds from Indonesian Humanitarian Relief (IHR) led by scholar Bachtiar Nasir, allegedly used to…
Turkish Columnist Fears on Gulen Movement’s Impact on The World
In a night of mid July a faction of the Turkish military tried and failed to stage a coup to overthrow Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and tanks, helicopters and soldiers clashed with police…
Turkey’s Diplomacy, Attaturk Airport and Israel
Atatürk Airport has been on high alert after a terror attack that claimed 45 lives and wounded dozens on June 28. Five Saudis, two Iraqis and citizens from China, Jordan,…
A Moment with International News Chief Editor of Anadolu Agency
Mi’raj Islamic News Agency (MINA) as the only one Islamic news agency in Indonesia and its partners held International Conference of Islamic Media (ICIM) on 25-26 May 2016 in Jakarta….
Finding A Samaritan In Indonesia: When History Bound Us
By: Rina Asrina Have you ever wonder where we came from? How was Muslim, Christian, and Jews used to lived side by side in the past, eventhough the war will…
Taufik Had Ever Stopped over at the Mosques of 50 Countries
Taufik Uieks, a traveler and a wanderer, was born in 1961 in a small town on the southern tip of the island of Sumatra. Since childhood, his fate has led him…
ISRAELI PROFFESOR BELIEVES REUNITE COEXISTENCE IN JERUSALEM COULD MAKE PEACE
Recent tension in Jerusalem has sparked media as casualties continue to fell from both Palestinian and Israeli sides. The high tension between both side has spread all over West Bank…
ROHINGYA’S DESTINY AFTER ELECTION
Rohingya crisis that lasts for years has caused effects. From its children until adults. But the basic problem, recognition citizenship, is remains in the top of caution. These years has…
PALESTINE NEEDS REAL SUPPORT UNTIL THE LIFT 0F BLOCKADE
Exclusive interview with the first secretary of the Palestinian Embassy to Indonesia, Taher Hammad. The first secretary of Palestinian Embassy to Indonesia, Taher Hammad said that Palestinian people today need…
Illiteracy Eradication is Unfinished Job and An Opportunity to International Cooperation
By: Moehammad Amar Ma’ruf; Senior Diplomat, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia and University of Indonesia’s Post Graduate in Islam and Middleeast Studies. Reading ability as a…
Global Youths and Citizens Led Simultaneous Peace Walk Events
On May 25th, “6th Annual Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace and the Peace Walk” was held at about 126 places in 77 countries around the world including Australia,…
Peace Education Conference Held in Romania: “Realizing Peace Starts from Peace Education”
Early in April, about 700 people from various sectors in the society such as educators, leaders of politics and religions, women and youth groups, global peace activists, and journalists gathered…
Romania Holds International Conference for Peace Development
Burakes, MINA- Romania as the presidency of EU in 2019 held peace conference for 2 days from April 1st with the presence of the heads of state, governments, civil society,…
Azerbaijan Commemorates The Day of Genocide on March 31
By: Nia S. Amira Nia S. Amira is an Indonesian author, journalist and linguist. She writes on culture, international affairs, multiculturalism and religious studies. Her articles have appeared in over…
Seven Points After Christchurch Terror
By: Imam Shamsi Ali, President of Nusantara Foundation Our faith teaches us that nothing happens in life without any meaning or wisdom. Every movement of life, small or big in…
Many Relationships Between Nervous System and Qoran: Expert
Makassar, MINA – Spiritual Neuroscientist Expert from Medical Faculty of Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Dr. Iqbal Basri, M.Kes, Sp.S, said there are many relationships between nervous system and the Koran. “Al-Quran,…
Jama’ah Muslimin (Hizbulah) Condemns Terrorist Attact on Christchurch’s Mosque
Regarding to the attacks of Muslims who were carrying out Friday prayers in two mosques in the city of Christchurch, New Zealand, March 15, 2019, driven by deep concern and…
“Guardians of Al-Aqsa” Game Goes Viral
A new video game that allows players to test their knowledge of Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque — and defend the site from Israeli police — has captured the imagination of young…
Bangsamoro Second Plebiscite Becomes Hope of Philippine Muslims
The second stage of the historic plebiscite on Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL) will be held on Wednesday. This plebiscite will give Bangsamoro comprehensive autonomy. Bangsamoro is a collective term of…
Indonesia, First Country Recognizes Sudan’s Independence
Jakarta, MINA – The relationship between Indonesia and Sudan has been established for a long time and both have very close cultural and religious as well as historical ties since…
OIC Discusses Cooperation Between Member States to Improve Positive Image of Muslims
Jeddah, MINA — The Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, OIC, Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen, has stated that promoting and encouraging cooperation between the OIC Member States of cinematographic production…
Indonesia Notes Down Australia`s Statement on Jerusalem
Jakarta, MINA — Indonesia noted down Australia`s statement to not move its embassy to Jerusalem despite recognizing West Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. “Indonesia also noted…
Global Leaders Gathered to Build Strategy for Global Peace and Stability
Incheon, MINA – On September 18th, an UN-affiliated NGO, Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), organized high-level meetings at the 2018 HWPL World Peace Summit ahead of its…
Peace Conference Led by the Peace-Builders from Various Fields
Incheon, MINA – From 17th to 19th in September, about 2,000 of representatives from various sectors such as political leaders, faith leaders, women and youth organizations, educators, and media had…