July 16, 2008 

IIC is also proud to announce the release of the Imam Ali Information Packet. Imam Ali was the closest confidant of Prophet Muhammad, so close that the Prophet declared them to be 'brothers'. This packet is developed to help people learn about Imam Ali, even if they have little or no familiarity with Islam. (PDF Reader required)

 August 21, 2008

Check out the 32th issue of Islam in 60 seconds. Inside you'll find stories about whats going on throughout the world today!

Here are some of the headlines from this issue:

• Saudi Arabia Exempted From Legal Action
• Dubai To Begin Promoting Islam
• Radio Host Drops CAIR Lawsuit
• Danish Cartoonist To Stand Trial

August 17, 2008

The Islamic Information Center celebrates the birthday of Imam Mahdi, one of the great great grandchildren of Prophet Muhammad, May God Bless them both. This holiday is being marked by hundreds of millions of Muslims around the world, and is a joyous occasion.

August 5, 2008

The Islamic Information Center marks the celebration of the “Wiladat” or Birthday celebration of Imam Husain today. Imam Husain was the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, through his daughter, Lady Fatima Zahra (Peace Be Upon Them). Hundreds of millions of Muslims around the world are commemorating this event by holding family gatherings, celebratory programs at mosques, and offering prayers to God. Pictured below is the mosque of Imam Husain, located in Karbala, in modern day Iraq. 

July 15, 2008

The Islamic Information Center strongly condemns the atrocities being committed by Taliban and related Takfiri forces in Pakistan against Shia Muslims. According to news, nearly three dozen Shi’ite civilians are killed in daily attacks from the Taliban fighters. Such atrocities are a violation of human rights, and IIC believes that the Pakistani government should take immediate action to prevent further bloodshed.

July 8, 2008