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Imam Ali (AS)

Imam Ali (AS), cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), is regarded in Shia Islam as the first Imam and the Prophet’s rightful successor, directly appointed through divine command. He was born inside the Ka‘ba in Mecca and is considered the first male to embrace Islam. Ali (AS) was the husband of Lady Fatima (SA) and father of Imam Hassan (AS) and Imam Hussein (AS), from whom the rest of the Shia Imams descend.

Shia traditions hold that numerous verses from the Holy Quran and hadith highlight his virtues, knowledge, and infallibility. He was a close companion of the Prophet (PBUH), present in nearly all major battles of Islam, and famously risked his life by sleeping in the Prophet’s bed during the Hijra to Medina.

Despite the Prophet’s declaration at Ghadir Khumm appointing him as successor, political circumstances led others to assume leadership after the Prophet’s death. Ali (AS) became caliph only after the rule of Abu Bakr, Umar, and Uthman. He was assassinated in 661 CE while praying in the mosque of Kufa and was buried in Najaf, which later became a major center of pilgrimage.

IQNA – The National Library of Tirana highlights the legacy of Imam Ali (AS) on the occasion of the “Sultan Nowruz” event by displaying a rare manuscript.
News ID: 3496935    Publish Date : 2026/03/31

IQNA – The funeral procession for martyrs of the ongoing war was held in Tehran on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, marking the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali (AS), with the massive participation of people from different walks of life.
News ID: 3496729    Publish Date : 2026/03/12

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IQNA – The Holy Quran says: “Had they been widely separated from one another, We would surely have punished those who disbelieved from among them with a painful punishment.” (Verse 25 of Surah Al-Fat’h)
News ID: 3496664    Publish Date : 2026/03/07

IQNA – The re-gilding project of the dome of the holy shrine of Imam Ali (AS), in Najaf, Iraq, is an important milestone in preserving the architectural and historical heritage of this holy site.
News ID: 3496425    Publish Date : 2026/02/15

IQNA – Several individuals involved in a recent terrorist attack targeting a mosque in Syria’s Homs have been arrested, the government said.  
News ID: 3496048    Publish Date : 2026/01/13

IQNA – The birth anniversary of the Commander of the Faithful (AS) was celebrated with religious fervor across the Indian-administered Kashmir, with thousands of Shia Muslims across the valley participating in various programs marking the auspicious occasion (January 2026).
News ID: 3495983    Publish Date : 2026/01/06

IQNA – A Najaf Seminary scholar described Imam Ali (AS) as the embodiment of justice and a ruler who made protecting human dignity the basis of governance.
News ID: 3495980    Publish Date : 2026/01/06

IQNA – The secretary of the International Congress of Strategies for Promoting Ghadir Culture and Nahj al-Balagha said 191 scientific papers have been sent to the secretariat of the event.
News ID: 3495962    Publish Date : 2026/01/04

IQNA – The deputy cultural director of the Jamkaran Mosque in Qom, Iran, said more than 16,000 people have registered to participate in the Itikaf (religious retreat) rituals of the month of Rajab.
News ID: 3495944    Publish Date : 2026/01/03

IQNA – A large number of devotees of Ahl-ul-Bayt (AS) from Iraq and other countries visited the holy shrine of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf, Iraq, on Friday night, January 2, 2026, to celebrate the birth anniversary of the Commander of the Faithful (AS).
News ID: 3495947    Publish Date : 2026/01/03

IQNA – A grand celebration was held in the courtyard of the holy shrine of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf, Iraq, on the eve of the birth anniversary of the Commander of the Faithful (AS).
News ID: 3495942    Publish Date : 2026/01/03

IQNA – Imam Ali (AS) is not only an outstanding model in personal piety, but also a unique example of just, responsible and human-centered governance, an Iraqi official said.
News ID: 3495941    Publish Date : 2026/01/03

IQNA – A prominent researcher of Islamic history and literature stated that the character of Imam Ali (AS) holds universal appeal as a symbol of justice and human virtue, beyond any single religion or sect.
News ID: 3495930    Publish Date : 2026/01/01

IQNA – A large number of flowers have been used to decorate the holy shrine of Imam Ali (AS) in Najaf, Iraq, as the birth anniversary of the first Imam approaches.
News ID: 3495912    Publish Date : 2025/12/31

IQNA – As the blessed birth anniversary of Imam Ali (AS) approaches, the flag of the first Imam’s holy shrine was replaced in a ceremony on Sunday.
News ID: 3495884    Publish Date : 2025/12/29

IQNA – The courtyard of the Imam Ali (AS) holy shrine in Najaf, Iraq, will witness a flag-raising ceremony today, December 28, 2025.
News ID: 3495875    Publish Date : 2025/12/28

IQNA – With the completion of the project to build the Hazrat Zahra (SA) courtyard of the holy shrine of Imam Ali (AS), this courtyard will be inaugurated today.
News ID: 3495766    Publish Date : 2025/12/17

IQNA – A Lebanese Christian writer describes Hazrat Zahra (SA) as the perfect embodiment of virtues, saying she represented the pillar of faith and dignity of women.
News ID: 3495714    Publish Date : 2025/12/13

IQNA – A memorizer of the Quran and Nahj al-Balagha from Afghanistan described Nahj al-Balagha as an encyclopedia of moral, political, and social Issues.
News ID: 3495644    Publish Date : 2025/12/07

IQNA – Lady Fatima’s (SA) exemplary character should serve as a model for the modern world, a Nigerian religious scholar said, urging universities to teach her life and personality in academic form.
News ID: 3495511    Publish Date : 2025/11/24

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