Eid

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Lakemba Mosque Shuns Politicians for Eid Celebration - A Break from Tradition

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Sydney's Lakemba Mosque makes headlines by excluding MPs from Eid prayers! Find out the surprising reason behind this decision.

Sydney's Lakemba Mosque stirred up controversy by breaking tradition and not inviting any MPs to their morning Eid prayer. Despite thousands of Muslims gathering for the important occasion, the absence of politicians was conspicuous due to them not receiving invitations. The move sparked discussions about the role of politics in religious events and the significance of community-focused celebrations.

In a separate event, Ambassador Jonathan Henick conveyed warm wishes to those in Uzbekistan celebrating Eid al-Fitr on behalf of the people of the United States. This international gesture highlighted the universal spirit of Eid and the importance of sharing cultural celebrations across borders.

Furthermore, the Bulldogs marked the end of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr with their Annual Iftar Dinner, emphasizing the values of unity and reflection during this auspicious time. The team extended blessings of Eid Mubarak to all, showcasing the diversity of traditions within Australia's sporting community.

As the Lakemba Mosque's decision gained attention, it challenged the norms of political involvement in religious gatherings, sparking a debate on the separation of state and faith. Meanwhile, Ambassador Henick's message exemplified the diplomatic outreach and cultural exchange fostered through Eid celebrations on a global scale. The Bulldogs' celebration highlighted the inclusivity of sporting institutions in embracing diversity and fostering unity amongst different cultural groups.

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Lakemba mosque breaks tradition by not inviting any MPs to the ... (ABC News)

Thousands of Muslims gather at Sydney's Lakemba Mosque for the morning Eid prayer, with not a single politician in sight โ€” because none were invited.

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Statement from Ambassador Jonathan Henick on Eid al-Fitr (US Embassy in Uzbekistan)

On behalf of the people of the United States of America, I extend my warmest wishes to all those in Uzbekistan celebrating Eid al-Fitr.

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Eid Mubarak: Bulldogs celebrate Eid al-Fitr and reflect on annual ... (Bulldogs)

As today officially marks the end of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, the Bulldogs reflect on their Annual Iftar Dinner and wish a Blessed Eid (Eid Mubarak) to all ...

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Muslim community from small WA town celebrates Eid al-Fitr, shares ... (ABC News)

In the small Western Australian town of Katanning, more than 400 people dressed in their finest and gathered at the local mosque to celebrate one of most ...

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How Muslim Families in Regional Australia Celebrate Eid al-Fitr (The Canberra Times)

Redwan Arja and his young family haven't looked back after trading the city life for a home in a town with fewer than 30 people.

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When is Eid al-Fitr, and what is the celebration about? (SBS)

As the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end, Muslims around the world are celebrating the "lesser Eid". Here's what the joyous celebration is all about.

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Muslims to mark end of Ramadan with Eid al-Fitr celebration amid ... (Voice of America)

Across the Muslim world, Ramadan observances this year were overshadowed by the war in Gaza, where Israel's military response to the Hamas attack on Oct. 7 ...

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'Steadfast despite grief': Palestinians in Gaza mark solemn Eid al-Fitr (Aljazeera.com)

As Israel's war weighs heavily on them, many Palestinians do not feel joy this Eid but say they still have faith.

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Gazans live on memories of past Eid festivals as war ruins special day (Reuters Africa)

Palestinians visited the graves of loved ones killed in the Gaza war and prayed beside the wreckage of a mosque and in shattered streets as the devastating ...

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Eid 2024: Muslims celebrate with family reunions, new clothes ... (The Associated Press)

At morning prayers in Jakarta, preachers in their sermons also called on people to pray for Muslims in Gaza who were suffering after six months of war.

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More than 1.8 billion Muslims commemorate Eid (9News)

Eid is a celebration commemorating the end of the holy month, also referred to as Ramadan, which is a time ...

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Millions of Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr (Aljazeera.com)

Festivities to mark the end of Ramadan were overshadowed by the six-month war in Gaza.

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Minnesota Muslims prep to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr (WCCO | CBS Minnesota)

Eid is an Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan and the beginning of a three-day extravaganza. While celebrations vary among families the excitement was on ...

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Muslims Worldwide Celebrate Eid al-Fitr, But the Festivities Are ... (TIME)

As Muslims around the world mark the Eid al-Fitr holiday, celebrations are overshadowed by the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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In pictures: Eid celebrations around the world (BBC News)

Muslims around the world have begun celebrating Eid al-Fitr, one of the biggest celebrations in the Islamic calendar. Eid al-Fitr - which means "festival of ...

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Eid in Gaza: 'The only thing to celebrate is that we're still alive' (Financial Times)

Iman Abdelshafy al-Fayyad normally marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan with a feast surrounded by family and friends in Gaza.

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While Gaza suffers, some Muslim Americans see Eid-al-Fitr in a ... (CNN)

More than six months into the Israel-Hamas war, some Muslim Americans aren't in the mood for an elaborate Eid celebration. Others are ever determined to ...

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Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Fitr in the shadow of Gaza's ... (Voice of America)

In a holiday message, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sent support to Gaza, which he called a 'bleeding wound on the conscience of humanity'

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Statement by the Prime Minister on Eid al-Fitr (Prime Minister of Canada)

Today, Muslims in Canada and around the world start celebrating Eid al-Fitr.

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'We are not fine': War casts shadow over Eid al-Fitr in Gaza (BBC News)

Palestinians say they cannot celebrate the Muslim festival due to the widespread pain and sadness.

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British Muslims describe Eid festivities as 'heavy' due to Gaza conflict (The Guardian)

The Baitul Futuh mosque in London, one of the largest in Europe, welcomed more than 5,000 people to pray and celebrate the three-day festival, one of the most ...

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'There is no joy:' Palestinians mark Eid in destroyed mosques and ... (CNN)

Palestinians gather at Gaza City's damaged Omari Mosque during Eid on Wednesday. AFP/Getty Images. CNN โ€”. Mohammad sits on ...

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What is Eid al-Fitr and how do Muslims celebrate the Islamic holiday? (KABC-TV)

CAIRO -- Muslims around the world will soon bid farewell to the Islamic holy month of Ramadan and start celebrating the holiday of Eid al-Fitr.

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'This cannot be Eid': Gaza's survivors mark the end of Ramadan in ... (The Guardian)

After prayers in the rubble of mosques, Rafah's 1m displaced Palestinians found little to be festive about amid grief, hunger and danger.

What Eid al-Fitr looks like in West Bank and Gaza this year (NPR)

Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza face a grim Eid al-Fitr โ€” the three-day festival which marks the end of Ramadan โ€” as the war between Israel and Hamas ...

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Eid Mubarak: Top 10 wishes, WhatsApp messages, images, GIFs to ... (Livemint)

Eid Mubarak: Eid-al-Fitr 2024 marks the end of Ramadan. Share wishes with loved ones for joy, peace, and prosperity. Offer prayers, meet family, ...

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