RAMALLAH (AA) – Palestinians in the Israeli-occupied West Bank are unable to celebrate Eid al-Adha as they once did because of economic hardships, severe attacks in the Gaza Strip and unlawful actions in the West Bank. Israel’s attacks on Gaza have killed at least 37,232 Palestinians, including 15,517 children and 10,279 women, and...
Dakar, Senegal – AFP In a second-hand shop in the suburbs of Senegal’s capital, Seynabou Sarr is inundated with orders days before West Africa’s largest Muslim festival of Tabaski (Eid al-Adha) . Sarr, 30, constantly answers calls while showing customers second-hand boubous — a traditional robe worn by both men and wome...
Mina, Saudi Arabia – AFP Pilgrims performed Sunday the last major ritual of the hajj, the “stoning of the devil”, in western Saudi Arabia, as Muslims the world over celebrated the Eid al-Adha holiday. Beginning at dawn, the 1.8 million Muslims undertaking the pilgrimage this year threw seven stones at each of three concrete w...
RAMALLAH, Palestine (AA) – Around 40,000 Palestinians offered Eid al-Adha prayer at Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem on Sunday, but there was no festive atmosphere. The Islamic Endowments Department in Jerusalem said in a statement that about 40,000 worshippers performed Eid al-Adha prayers. The Palestinian news agency WAFA repo...
By Ahmed I was born and raised in the Himalayan valley of Kashmir. Kashmir is known for many different things: the scenic beauty, the unending occupation, and its Islamicate culture. But the story that I am writing about is the journey of Hajj, a journey that I heard many stories about from my Boba (grandmother) […]
The Dutch translation of the Quran was distributed in 15 cities in the Netherlands to explain Islam on King’s Day on Saturday. King’s Day is an annual commemoration of the birthday of the country’s king. Volunteers of the Muslim Perspective Foundation organized an “Invitation to Islam” event in the 15 cities. Those who came to […...
Muslims in the U.S. comprise a diverse ethnic and racial minority but unite for prayers and Eid celebrations. Dressed in colorful attire, families exchange greetings and prayers in mosques and community centers, reflecting the nation’s growing Islamic presence. These gatherings showcase the rich cultural tapestry of American Muslims, fr...
A groundbreaking Ramadan radio show being hosted by Dutch Muslim women aims to demystify Islam and counter stereotypes. Led by Nora Akachar, the show, titled “Suhoor Stories,” has an all-female lineup. Guests share personal Ramadan experiences and answer common questions. The show garners 160,000 daily listeners nationwide. Despite facing crit...
Hundreds of strangers in the United Arab Emirates’ city of Dubai recently gathered to commemorate a recent convert to Islam who died March 25. Twenty-nine-year-old Ukranian expatriate Daria Kotsarenko had no family or relatives in the country. She initially visited the UAE three years ago as a tourist. Upon learning more about Islam and Musli...
In St. Paul, Minnesota, the deaf community marked Ramadan with a special iftar celebration at the Wilder Foundation. Hosted by the Minnesota Deaf Muslim Community, the event emphasized culturally and linguistically appropriate services. It offered attendees an opportunity to break their fast together while building community bonds. Keynote spe...
