Eid

2024 - 4 - 11

Eid Celebrations: Joy, Grief, and Resilience Across the Globe

Eid al-Fitr - Gaza conflict - Muslim celebrations - Nigerian Muslim community - Ramadan

From Gaza to Nigeria, Eid-el-Fitr celebrations reveal a mix of emotions from joy to grief and resilience. Explore the diversity of experiences during this festive time!

Eid al-Fitr, the 'festival of the breaking of the fast,' marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting and spirituality for many adults worldwide. Despite the joyous occasion, the shadow of war looms over Gaza, where Palestinians express deep sorrow and pain, unable to fully celebrate. President Bola Tinubu, in Lagos, urges Nigerians to love and defend their country amidst Eid prayers, emphasizing faith and unity. Meanwhile, across the globe, millions of Muslims partake in festivities, although the conflict in Gaza casts a somber tone over the joyous occasion.

In Gaza, Palestinians steadfastly observe Eid amid the heavy toll of war, with faith outweighing joy. British Muslims share their 'heavy' Eid experience, reflecting on blessings amidst the Gaza conflict and thoughts of famine in the besieged region. Despite the challenges, Palestinians in destroyed mosques mark the holy occasion with resilience, demonstrating their unwavering spirit amidst destruction. President Tinubu emphasizes sacrifice and integrity for national growth, calling for unity and development in Nigeria.

As Gaza's survivors mourn and struggle, Eid prayers amidst the rubble echo tales of grief, hunger, and danger. Despite the hardships, Nigerian Muslims gather nationwide for Eid-El-Fitr prayers, marking the end of Ramadan with hope and unity. Amidst the turmoil, the call for sacrifice, integrity, and national rebirth rings loud during this festive period, emphasizing the importance of unity and resilience in turbulent times.

In the midst of global celebrations and conflicts, Eid remains a time of reflection, unity, and hope. Despite the challenges faced by Palestinians in Gaza and Nigerians across the country, the spirit of Eid shines through, bringing communities together in times of joy and sorrow.

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

Eid al-Fitr - which means "festival of the breaking of the fast" - is celebrated at the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting for many adults, as well as spiritual ...

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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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Tinubu to Compatriots at Eid Fitri Prayers: Love Nigeria & Defend its ... (NTA.ng)

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Lagos joined the Muslim faithful to observe Eid-el-Fitr prayers, urging Nigerians to continue to have faith in his ...

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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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PHOTOS: Muslims Across Nigeria Observe Eid-El-Fitr Prayers (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

The Muslim faithful in Nigeria gathered across various prayer grounds across the country to mark this year's Eid-El-Fitr which signifies end to the ...

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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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Eid-el-Fitr: Remain hopeful in my government, Tinubu tells Nigerians (The Punch)

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday urged Nigerians to keep hope alive in his administration's ability to make their lives better.

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

One Briton says celebration is a 'reminder of how blessed we are' as thoughts turn to those facing famine in besieged strip.

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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 —. Mohammad sits on ...

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Eid-el-Fitr: Tinubu Urges Sacrifice, Integrity For National Rebirth ... (News Agency of Nigeria)

President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to continue to make sacrifice and exhibit integrity for national development.

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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.

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PHOTOS: Nigerian Muslims Observe Eid-El-Fitr Prayers (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

The Muslim faithful in Nigeria gathered across various prayer grounds across the country to mark this year's Eid-El-Fitr which signifies end to the ...

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 — the three-day festival which marks the end of Ramadan — 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, ...

Statement by Minister Khera on Eid al-Fitr (Canada.ca)

OTTAWA, April 10, 2024. As the holy month of Ramadan drew to a close for Muslim communities in Canada and around the world, I extend my best wishes on the ...

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Eid-El-Fitr: Of a festival, its rites and lessons – Businessday NG (Businessday.ng)

The word 'Eid, for short, is an Arabic word that refers to both the Islamic festival and the place where Muslims perform the festival prayers. The happiness ...

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Eid Mubarak! (OPWDD)

For those who observe the Muslim faith, the holy month of Ramadan, requires prayer and fasting throughout the day. This period ends with a celebration ...

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Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: 18 ways to wish Eid Mubarak in different ... (Hindustan Times)

Eid Mubarak greetings in different languages: Here are the various ways of extending Eid Mubarak wishes to your loved ones via messages or social media.

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Eid el-Fitr : NACA Advocates Health-conscious Celebration (Leadership Newspaper)

As Muslims worldwide rejoice in the festivities of Eid el-Fitr, which signifies the conclusion of the sacred month of Ramadan, the National Agency for the.

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Gazans Mark 'Saddest' Eid With Little To Celebrate Or Eat (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

Israel said 468 aid trucks -- a record since the war began -- were allowed into Gaza on the eve of the holiday which marks the end of the Muslim fasting ...

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Tinubu Joins Prayers In Lagos As Muslims Mark Eid-El-Fitr (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

President Bola Tinubu joined other Muslim faithful at the Dodan Barracks Mosque prayer ground in Lagos to mark Eid-El-Fitr. By Donatus Anichukwueze.

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