Tag: Islam

Kenyan Muslims Pray for Gaza Amid Eid al-Adha Celebrations
As Muslims worldwide celebrated Eid al-Adha, Kenyan worshippers in Nairobi dedicated their prayers to Palestinians in Gaza, where food shortages and ongoing conflict have made festivities nearly impossible. Leading Eid prayers, Imam Abdulrahman Mursal urged unity, stating, “We ask Allah to hear their cries. We feel their pain, even from afar, but what unites us […]
June 6, 2025

Israeli Airstrikes Kill Dozens in Gaza on Eid al-Adha
Israeli airstrikes and artillery attacks resumed early Friday, killing at least 34 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip, including children and journalists. Deadly Strikes Across Gaza The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which manages aid distribution, shut down all its sites, citing safety concerns after hundreds of Palestinians were killed seeking food. Meanwhile, starvation has peaked, with […]
June 6, 2025

Eid al-Adha: A Global Celebration of Faith, Community, and Tradition
Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant celebrations in Islam, observed by over two billion Muslims worldwide. Eid al-Adha honors the Prophet Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. According to Islamic tradition, God intervened and provided a ram instead, symbolizing faith, devotion, and […]
June 6, 2025

Muslims Gathers in the City of Mecca for the Hajj
Muslims from around the world are gathering in the Saudi Arabian city of Mecca for the annual Hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Over the coming days, they will immerse themselves in religious rituals and acts of worship that originated more than 1,400 years ago. And as in previous years, they will also […]
June 4, 2025

Sudanese Celebrate Eid al-Fitr Amid Ongoing Conflict
Despite the war, displacement, and an escalating crisis, Sudanese citizens celebrated Eid al-Fitr with a fragile sense of hope, symbolizing their resilience in the face of ongoing challenges. In Omdurman, the atmosphere was marked by joy and optimism as the military made significant progress in regaining control of Khartoum State from the paramilitary Rapid Support […]
March 31, 2025

Ramadan in Nigeria: A Time for Fasting, Family, and Reflection
The holy month of Ramadan, a time of fasting, prayer, and reflection, is being observed by millions of Muslims across Nigeria. Beyond personal devotion, Ramadan serves as a period for strengthening family ties through shared experiences. For many Nigerian Muslims, Ramadan is not only a spiritual journey but also a festive occasion marked by communal […]
March 10, 2025

Cuban President Díaz-Canel Greets Arab and Islamic Diplomatic Corps in Havana
The First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party and President of the Republic of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, greeted the diplomatic corps of Arab and Islamic countries accredited in the country during an event at the Laguito Protocol Hall in Havana. The gathering, which took place during the Iftar of Ramadan, was […]
March 7, 2025

Afghanistan: The Taliban Regime Celebrates Its 3rd Anniversary in Power
It should be stressed that, since the Taliban took power in Kabul, it has not been recognized by the international community.
August 14, 2024

Saudi Arabia Confirms the Death of 1,300 Pilgrims on Hajj Pilgrimage Marked by Extreme Heat
Saudi Arabia acknowledged this Sunday the death of more than 1,300 pilgrims during the ‘Hajj’, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, affected mainly by the heat wave that raised temperatures to almost 52 degrees. RELATED: More Than 900 Muslims Die From High Temperatures During Pilgrimage to Mecca The Saudi Ministry of Health reported in a statement […]
June 23, 2024

Muslims of the World Celebrate The Generosity of Allah in the Eid Al-Adha
For Muslims this holiday is an ode to faith, generosity and good will