The dislike some Salafis hold for Shia Muslims, particularly those in Iran, is rooted in both deep theological differences and complex geopolitical rivalries. At its core, Salafism, a branch of Sunni Islam, strictly adheres to the practices of early Muslims. They see Shia beliefs, like the reverence for certain Imams and specific religious practices, as deviations from what they consider to be pure Islam. Furthermore, Salafis often accuse Shias of disrespecting companions of the Prophet Muhammad, which is a major point of contention. This religious divide is amplified by a significant political struggle for influence in the Middle East, primarily between Shia-led Iran and Salafi-aligned Saudi Arabia. The 1979 Iranian Revolution, which established a Shia Islamic state, intensified these tensions, as Iran sought to expand its revolutionary ideals. This has led to proxy conflicts across the region where religious identity is often used to rally support, fueling animosity and making the religious differences even more pronounced. Stay informed with muslimseo.com. You can also follow their updates on Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube.
Where Was Khamenei Hiding? Iran’s Supreme Leader Reappears After War
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stayed out of public view for nearly two weeks—reportedly hiding in an underground bunker near Tehran in the town of Lavizan with family and top guards—during the 12-day conflict with Israel that began on June 13 2025. Israeli officials believe he went into “very great depths” to avoid being targeted in airstrikes, and Iran’s elite Vali-ye Amr unit reportedly managed his security and communications while he remained underground en.wikipedia.org+3hindustantimes.com+3livemint.com+3. Khamenei resurfaced on June 26 in a prerecorded televised statement—their first since the ceasefire—claiming Iran “delivered a slap to America’s face,” downplaying the damage to nuclear sites, and warning the U.S. and Israel against future attacks hindustantimes.com+5the-journal.com+5economictimes.indiatimes.com+5. His disappearance fueled speculation about his health, regime control, and whether internal leaders sidelined him during critical strategic decisions
Israel Declares Victory, But Iran’s Nuclear Threat Remains
Israel Declares Victory! Recently, Israel’s launched a military campaign against Iran’s nuclear sites and declared it a big success. Prime Minister Netanyahu said they destroyed important facilities and set back Iran’s ability to build nuclear weapons. The U.S. also helped with airstrikes, but experts believe Iran can rebuild in just a few months. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that Iran’s nuclear program is damaged, but not stopped. Israel recently launched a military campaign against Iran’s nuclear sites and declared it a big success. Prime Minister Netanyahu said they destroyed important facilities and set back Iran’s ability to build nuclear weapons. The U.S. also helped, but experts believe Iran can rebuild in just a few months, according to the IAEA. Even with the damage, Iran still has the knowledge and tools to restart its program. Some scientists were lost, but Iran’s leaders remain firm. Talks between Iran and Europe are happening, but it’s unclear if they’ll reach a long-term deal. For now, the world watches closely—because the danger is far from over.