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Iran: Khamenei says war unlikely but urges defence boost
September 3, 2018 By Faith Matters

Iran: Khamenei says war unlikely but urges defence boost

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said on Sunday war was unlikely but called on Iran’s armed forces to boost their defence capacities, according to his official website, as the country faces increased tension with the United States. On Saturday, Iran announced plans to boost its ballistic and cruise missile capacity and acquire modern fighter […]

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Saudi Arabia: Repentant Muslims gather on Mount Arafat for haj climax
August 20, 2018 By Faith Matters

Saudi Arabia: Repentant Muslims gather on Mount Arafat for haj climax

More than two million Muslims gathered at Mount Arafat on Monday for a vigil to atone for their sins and ask God’s forgiveness as the annual haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia reached its climax. Pilgrims clad in white robes signifying a state of purity spent the night in an encampment around the hill where Islam […]

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