President Ruto’s meeting with Ukraine’s ambassador underlined Kenya’s solidarity with nations defending their sovereignty. It highlighted Kenya’s role as a responsible voice in international affairs. #GOKThisWeek, Forging Onwards

Welcome to the August 2025 edition of The Ismaili Update. This month, our host, Iman, joins us from Vancouver, Canada to share some of the top stories. Watch here: youtu.be/SbLvWopXZc4

We extend our deepest condolences to all those who have been affected by today’s earthquake in Jalalabad and Kunar, Afghanistan. AKDN has mobilized its search and rescue, emergency health, and emergency shelter teams, and stands in solidarity with the Afghan people during this

ھمارے پاس گلیمر نہیں ، مُوسیقی نہیں ، رَقص نہیں ، تہوار نہیں ، بیچز نہیں ، کھیل نہیں ، لیبارٹریز نہیں ، تحقیق نہیں ، کتب نہیں ، لِکھاری نہیں ، اور سب سے بڑھ کے گولز نہیں اور ان کو پانے کے لیے کوئی سِمت اور روڈ میپ نہیں۔

“The tribulations of one people are the tribulations of all. That which weakens one weakens all.” Sir Sultan Muhammad Shah, Aga Khan III President of the League of Nations 18th Assembly, Geneva, October 6, 1937

A gentle reminder: Islam is an inclusive religion with diverse interpretations.

The 16th Aga Khan Award for Architecture (2023–2025) has named seven winners that exemplify architecture’s role in fostering pluralism, community resilience, cultural dialogue, social transformation, and climate-responsive design. Explore the winning projects:

and if you're 85–100 then you're a jhoomar kyunki isi jhoomar ke neeche milegi Shanti Priya ki laash

پاکستان میں ہر شخص اپنی استطاعت کے مطابق کرپشن کرتا ہے، سوائے پپلزپارٹی والوں کے، یہ اپنی استطاعت سے ذیادہ کر لیتے ہیں۔ #ٹوٹ_بٹوٹ

As Syria prepares for nationwide elections, the High Election Committee met with the Ismaili National Council in Salamiya. Unlike other forces fueling instability, the Council emphasized cooperation & inclusiveness, with reps from Salamiyah, Masyaf, Qadamous & nihar Al-Khawabi

It's not the plane, it's the pilot. You guys know that!

Dr Abdus Salam, Pakistan’s first Nobel Laureate, illuminated the world of physics with his brilliance and vision. While his own countrymen shunned him, he was celebrated worldwide for his brilliance and contribution to the subject. #78years78heroes

Nah, im good.

Smart dad.

BREAKING: The Scottish Government has announced a range of measures against Israel amid its genocide in Gaza It includes the news that Scotland will stop providing public funds to firms arming Israel

This week, Muslims around the world commemorate Milad-un-Nabi. On this occasion, let us reflect on the significance of salawat, and why Ismailis recite it for the family of the Prophet (peace be upon him and his progeny). Read more: the.ismaili/news/why-do-is… #MiladunNabi

As Muslims worldwide commemorate the birth anniversary of the Prophet Muhammad, Barakah presents the text and audio of a historic speech delivered by His Late Highness Aga Khan IV at the Seerat Conference in Karachi in 1976. Please click wp.me/p7IezD-bAA

Malik Merchant Imam urged 172 scholars from 48 nations: ‘Make available to all Muslims a complete record of these papers & debates.’ A timeless call & need to share knowledge & foresight. #AgaKhan #Ismaili The Institute of Ismaili Studies The Ismaili Heritage Society Aga Khan Development Network Aga Khan Foundation Global Centre for Pluralism