Russia's growing Muslim population is changing the way Russia sees itself and has direct influence on Moscow's foreign policy.

Jun 25, 2008 - Vincent Gagnon-Lefebvre

Hamas's religious beliefs and calls for liberation and justice in the name of Islam seem to have resonated among large segments of the Palestinians

Mar 20, 2010 - Badar Salem

A TV series discusses the rise of religious leaders, that sway from their initial peaceful teachings to a distorted form for their personal political gain.

Sep 12, 2010 - Mahmoud Riad

While the Egyptian art community is struggling to seek unification between the traditional and contemporary, a young artist finds true artistic identity.

Aug 29, 2010 - Mahmoud Riad

In those instances where sectarian violence is proximately linked to nationalist fervor, the security dilemma thesis offers one means to explain the buildup to war.

Jan 22, 2010 - Youssef Chouhoud

Modern Eastern European film draws on a colourful identity and turbulent modern history to create a cinema rich in pathos and humour.

Apr 8, 2010 - Alexandra Szydlowska

The international community is increasing efforts to end impunity for systematic rape and sexual slavery during armed conflicts.

Oct 27, 2008 - Phillip Barea

Resurrection and reincarnation became two different concepts but their symbolic meaning share common roots. Learn similarities and differences here.

Mar 8, 2010 - Thais Campos

Since 1997 the people of Ladakh have been celebrating the Sindhu Darshana festival as a symbol of the multicultural multi-religious identity of India.

May 31, 2009 - Harsh Nevatia

Obie-Award-winning Invasion! returns to New York courtesy of The Play Company. Khemiri's virtuosic play delivers a stunning experience at The Flea Theater.

Sep 11, 2011 - Deborah Greenhut