White House officials appear to be trying to hold an event that will both reflect the somber mood in the Muslim community because of the war and also curb the possibility of protests.
As the holy month of Ramadan begins, Muslims are preparing for a less joyful observance this year. Fasting and charity take on a different meaning when many in Gaza are suffering.
Questions remain about access to the main Islamic congregational mosque in the Al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem's Old City as Palestinians see the site as essential to their identity.
The tragedy was Yemen's deadliest in years that was not related to the country's long-running war, and came ahead of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr, which later this week marks the end of Ramadan.
A lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgiaalleges DeKalb County Jail infringed on the religious rights of Muslims inmates and underfed them during Ramadan.
The Ramadan fast is usually followed by a feast. In Hyderabad, India, that feast is dominated by haleem, a meat and lentil stew pounded into paste and flavored with rose petals, cinnamon and cardamom.
Friday on Political Rewind: What is the role of our churches, mosques and synagogue during these difficult, divisive days? On today's show, we brought together some of Georgia most prominent religious leaders. It is a relevant day for the discussion; tonight Jewish communities observe the first night of Passover, for Christians it is Good Friday and Muslim continue observing the holy month of fasting during Ramadan.
Some 1.8 billion faithful around the world are marking Eid al-Fitr, but in many places, COVID-19 restrictions and concerns over the spread of virus were putting a damper on festivities.
On April 13, Muslims across the U.S. began the annual month of prayer, fasting and reflection. Many mosques and community centers have virtual events, but some are holding in-person prayers.
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