Islam Channel

How can Muslims thrive spiritually, professionally and personally in today’s fast-paced world? In this insightful conversation, we are joined by Mohammed Faris, author of The Productive Muslim and The Barakah Effect, and founder of Productive Muslim. For more than a decade, he has helped Muslims around the world bridge the gap between Islamic spirituality and modern productivity science, showing how faith can be a source of purpose, focus and barakah in everyday life. From building productive habits and maintaining work-life balance to understanding the importance of rest, reflection and spiritual growth, Mohammed Faris shares practical advice for Muslims seeking success in both this world and the next. Having delivered talks and training sessions for major organisations including Google, American Airlines, Salesforce, Texas Instruments, Accenture, PwC and the Islamic Development Bank Group, he brings a unique perspective on leadership, productivity and faith-driven excellence.

During the 2024 Global Peace and Unity event , we caught up with Dr Zulfiqar Ali Shah, an American Islamic scholar specialising in Islamic theology and comparative religion, to explore his intellectual journey and the history of Muslim civilisation.The discussion examines the wealth and influence of the Mughal Empire, the expansion of British power in the Indian subcontinent, and how colonial rule contributed to the transfer of wealth from India to Britain. It also explores the decline of Mughal authority and the wider political and economic challenges that reshaped the Muslim world.Dr Shah reflects on this pivotal period in history and what it reveals about power, knowledge and the changing fortunes of Muslim civilisation.

In this conversation, Professor Ilan Pappé, Israeli historian, political scientist and author of Lobbying for Zionism on Both Sides of the Atlantic, examines the historical roots of Zionism and the networks of political influence that helped shape Western support for Israel.

In today’s Islam Channel News, Trump reportedly makes a Ukraine deal without informing others, one person is killed and 11 injured in a second Houthi strike on Riyadh airport in two days, and India’s opposition leader Rahul Gandhi leads a march to the Supreme Court.

Most UK diplomats are set to leave the consulate in East Jerusalem according to Israel. Lebanon’s so-called “model town” is struggling as residents return under the shadow of Israeli troops and a Spanish woman whose eviction sparked nationwide housing protests has died.

France is facing growing student unrest as nationwide protests over education intensify. Meanwhile, OpenAI has acknowledged mistakes after a rogue AI agent reportedly breached a government website. In Kenya, authorities have confirmed the country’s first Ebola case as an outbreak continues to spread.

Dr. Omar Suleiman delivered a powerful and thought-provoking speech at Qatar Foundation's QIYADA (Leadership) 2026 Conference, inspiring more than 1.300 Muslim youth to focus on authentic leadership, faith, discipline, and purpose. With Islam Channel in attendance, speaking at Education City in Doha, Qatar, Dr. Omar Suleiman urged young Muslims to avoid life's distractions and instead focus on solving real problems, serving others, and filling gaps that society often overlooks. In this inspiring keynote, Dr. Suleiman explains why true leaders see opportunities where others see challenges and why success is determined by what we choose to ignore as much as what we choose to pursue.

Spain calls a new election amid mass protests, Brazil’s vote delivers an unexpected boost for Jair Bolsonaro, while the UK’s Green Party faces debate over its controversial policy on Zionism.

Student protests are intensifying in France, as rising fuel prices linked to the conflict with Iran deepen the cost-of-living crisis. Meanwhile, Manchester City faces a major financial scandal over alleged sham sponsorship contracts, raising fresh questions about the club’s financial dealings and compliance with Premier League rules.