- The Islamic Education Center (IEC) in Potomac, Md., hosted a memorial for Iran’s former President Ebrahim Raisi, which sparked criticism and renewed scrutiny of the mosque’s ties to Tehran.
- The IEC has faced accusations of being a haven for supporters of the Islamic Republic of Iran and has historical connections with the controversial Alavi Foundation.
- IEC management asserts the center is solely a place of worship, distancing itself from political affiliations despite allegations. Read More