Qari Asim

Imam Qari Asim at Makkah Mosque in Leeds. PIC: James Hardisty

Why mosques have had to ramp up security for Ramadan prayers - Qari Asim

The Leeds Jewish community hold a vigil in Millennium Square in Leeds city centre following the killing of hundreds of Israeli citizens by Hamas terrorists, photographed for The Yorkshire Post by Tony Johnson. 11th October 2023

United in grief and prayer for Yorkshire families and friends caught up in war

Imam Qari Asim at the Makkah Mosque in Leeds. PIC: James Hardisty.

Ramadan helps Muslims remember those less fortunate than us - Qari Asim

Morocco players and team staff at the end of the World Cup third-place playoff soccer match between Croatia and Morocco at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha. PIC: AP Photo/Pavel Golovkin

Moroccan footballers showed power of loving family relationships - Qari Asim

The football World Cup is taking part in Qatar. PIC: PA Wire.

A lack of religious literacy can lead to division - Qari Asim

Imam Qari Asim.

Why was Qari Asim really removed from the Anti-Muslim Hatred group? - YP Letters

Imam Qari Asim has given his perspective on the situation.

Leeds imam dismissed as Government adviser in Lady of Heaven film row

“Other leaders are not shying away from the issue because they want a fair society,” says Asma Iqbal.

Government is failing to tackle Islamophobia and is still in denial about it

A shattered building in gaza as a ceasefire is called in the Middle East conflict.

Muslims and Jews in Leeds unite to condemn Middle East violence – Qari Asim and ...

Shamima Begum has been refused permission to return to Britain, prompting much debate.

Why ISIS refugee Shamima Begum deserves fair hearing in Britain – Qari Asim

Qari Asim is Senior Imam at Makkah Mosque, Leeds, and chair of the Mosques and Imams National Advisory Board. This was him conducting Friday prayers online last year.

All faiths must unite to stop vaccine disinformation – Qari Asim

Leeds Imam Qari Asim

Do not let Muslims be scapegoats for coronavirus during Eid says Leeds Imam

Pictured, Imam Qari Asim at the Makkah Mosque in Leeds. Picture taken during the coronavirus pandemic. Picture credit: James Hardisty/JPIMediaResell

Places of worship need to remain vigilant during funerals, says Leeds Imam

Leeds Imam Qari Asim

Leeds Imam says reopening of mosques will play huge role in 'hope and healing'

A leading Leeds Imam has said it will be a "monumental moment"  for  British Muslims when collective prayer is allowed in mosques as Covid19 lockdown restrictions are eased.

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Makkah Mosque in Leeds, would normally hold Friday prayers with around 1,000 people collectively worshiping in the building. Due to the Coronavirus lockdown the building is empty with only Imam Qari Asim present. Picture: James Hardisty

Challenge ahead as Leeds Makkah Mosque prepares to reopen

The clap for carers at Leeds General Infirmary on May 28. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe

Minutes' silence and a final clap for carers on NHS birthday weekend

Workers disinfect the Cobanija mosque in Sarajevo, Bosnia. Disinfection began in mosques in the Bosnian capital Sarajevo and throughout the country, in order to limit the spread of the COVID-19 infections, ahead of holy month of Ramadan.(AP Photo/Kemal Softic)

Leeds imam Qari Asim: Why we must embrace a different kind of Ramadan this year

Muslim groups all across Yorkshire are working tirelessly in communities

Muslim groups donate thousands and volunteer in communities across Yorkshire

What are your feelings about St George's Day?

Qari Asim: Why people from every background can take pride in St George’s Day

There are strong opinions on both sides over Brexit.

Qari Asim: How religion can help to heal Brexit divisions

People wait outside a mosque in Christchurch waiting for news about loved ones caught up in two mass killings.

Qari Asim: We will not let terrorists, Islamophobes and vile opportunists succee...

Leeds Imam Qari Asim

Muslim women still spat at and assaulted in the streets, says Leeds Imam Qari As...

The role of religion is back in the spotlight as the BBC plans to broaden its coverage. (JPress).

Do we need more TV programmes about religion?

Leeds imam Qari Asim.

YP Letters: Parallel lives that foster divisions

LOVE THY NEIGHBOUR: Imam Qari Asim of Leeds Makkah Mosque and Rabbi Esther Hugenholtz of Sinai Synagogue in Leeds

VIDEO: Imam and Rabbi team up for touching 'Love Actually' style video

A Leeds Imam and Rabbi have made a touching '˜Love Actually' style video inspired by The Great Get Together events taking place nationwide this weekend (17-18 June).

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Qari Asim is urging young people of all faiths to register to vote.

Qari Asim: Apathy will win election if young people don't register to vote

Are GPs doing enough to alleviate the NHS crisis?

YP Letters: Changing role of GPs over the years

Friday prayers at a Leeds mosque - are Muslims doing enough to integrate into society?

YP Letters: Islamists' rise will cost lives and freedom

Qari Asim.

Qari Asim: We must all unite against intolerance

Community integration is in the spotlight following the Casey report.

YP Letters: How Muslims can help boost integration

Toby Howarth and Qari Asim: It is the duty of all of us to help build cohesive s...

Chief imam Qari Asim who has written in support of National Inter Faith Week.

Qari Asim: Dialogue between faiths is essential

A woman and her children light candles during a mass at the Saint Nicolas Orthodox church in Nice following last week's attack. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno)

Qari Asim: Do not let truck horror poison attitudes in UK

Imam Dr Qari Asim. Picture Bruce Rollinson

Leeds Imam slams 'senseless' murder in Nice

Qari Asim.

Qari Asim: This democratic decision is no excuse for bigots

Qari Asim at the Makkah Masjid Mosque. Picture: Simon Hulme.

Leeds Imam calls for '˜peace park' in tribute to boxing legend Muhammad Ali

David Cameron during a Remain rally.

YP Letters: A world of opportunity outside EU

Qari Asim preaches at a mosque in Leeds.

Qari Asim: Ramadan, the Muslim fast that feeds appetite for sharing

leeds imam Qari Asim says it is important that all young people exercise their right to vote in the EU referendum.

Qari Asim: EU poll must start engaging with young voters of all faiths

A memorial in central Brussels following the March 22 terror attack in which killed 32 people.

Leeds faith leaders: Why we must all unite against violence

Sadiq Khan is the new Mayor of London.

Qari Asim: Hope over fear, what Sadiq Khan's election means for Britain

Leeds imam Qari Asim.

YP Letters: Wise words on St George, a symbol of unity

Leeds imam Qari Asim.

Qari Asim: Muslims are not a '˜nation within a nation'

Qari Asim.

Qari Asim: Bringing faiths together in a day of positive action

Qari Asim

Faith in God's county

Mother and daughter .

Qari Asim: A day when we should appreciate mothers in a new light

Prime Minister David Cameron talks to imam Qari Asim (left), and Shabana Muneer, a member of Makkah Masjid Mosque's women's group, during a visit to the Makkah Masjid Mosque in Leeds, as he has warned that Muslim women who fail to improve their English language skills could be deported as part of a drive to build community integration and counter extremism. Photo: Oli Scarff/PA Wire

Imams to wage war against IS on internet

Prime Minister David Cameron talks to Imam Qari Asim (left), and Shabana Muneer, a member of Makkah Masjid Mosque's women's group, during a visit to the Makkah Masjid Mosque in Leeds. (Picture: Oli Scarff/PA Wire)

Qari Asim: Why imams must win the fight against Daesh on social media

David Cameron meets women attending an English language class during a visit to the Shantona Women's Centre in Leeds

Learning English helped us gain confidence, Muslim women in Leeds tell PM

Leeds imam Qari Asim, left, with other faith leaders at the launch of the Poppy Appeal.

Qari Asim: Let’s keep the faith and pray for peace in 2016

Letters December 8: Informed on case against fracking

Qari Asim, the Imam at Makkah Majjid Mosque, Leeds.

Women in traditional Islamic dress now not safe to travel alone in Leeds says Im...

Qari Asim: Poisonous narrative of IS must be countered

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