Urgent: Israel’s annihilation of the people of Gaza diminishes Muslims’ joy over Eid al-Fitr

Muslims around the world celebrated the Eid al-Fitr holiday on Wednesday, marking the end of the Islamic holy month with family reunions, new clothes and sweets.

But the celebrations were overshadowed by the worsening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip and the expected Israeli attack on the city of Rafah, despite efforts by its Western allies to stop the fighting after six months of war.

Hagia Sophia

In Istanbul, thousands of worshipers gathered in the Hagia Sophia Mosque to perform Eid prayers This morning, some of them carried Palestinian flags and chanted slogans in support of the residents of Gaza.

Many placed prayer rugs in the square in front of the former Byzantine cathedral, which was converted into a mosque four years ago, and quickly The space inside was not filled.

In a message on the occasion of Eid, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sent support to Gaza, which he described as “a bleeding wound in the conscience of humanity.”

He added: "I hope that the Eid will lead to peace, tranquility and prosperity for our country, our nation, the Islamic world and all of humanity.

The Gaza war was also the focus of prayer at the Al-Rahma Mosque in the capital. Kenyan Nairobi.

Imam Abdul Rahman Musa said: “We must not forget our brothers and sisters in Palestine.” They have been subjected to unjustified aggression and many acts of violence, and the world is watching silently.

In Indonesia, the most populous Muslim country, nearly three-quarters of the population were traveling to attend the annual return ceremony known locally as "Mudik" Which is always welcomed enthusiastically.

Modik is not just a government employee who lives in the Jakarta area and was traveling to Lampung province on the southern tip of Sumatra island. An annual ritual or tradition for us”, “This is the right moment to reconnect, like recharging energy that has been depleted for almost a year away from home.”

And before Eid al-Fitr holiday, the markets were bustling with shoppers buying clothes, shoes, cakes and sweets. People flocked from major cities to return to villages to celebrate Eid with their loved ones.

Flights were packed with passengers, anxious relatives were burdened with gift boxes, and long lines formed at bus and train stations in preparation for the journey.

For Arini Dewi, Eid al-Fitr is a day of victory over economic difficulties during the month of Ramadan.

A mother of two children, she said: “I am happy to celebrate the Eid holiday despite the high Food prices."

Former Vice President Jusuf Kalla was among Jakarta residents who performed prayers in the courtyard of the Al-Azhar Mosque.

Kala said : “Let us celebrate Eid al-Fitr as a day of victory over many difficulties… Of course there are many social problems during the fasting of the month of Ramadan, but we can overcome them with faith and piety.”

On the eve of Eid al-Fitr, Jakarta residents set off fireworks in the streets, which were mostly empty after the city’s residents returned to their homes.

On Wednesday morning, Muslims joined the group prayer shoulder to shoulder in Streets and inside mosques. The Grand Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, the largest in Southeast Asia, was filled with worshipers who performed dawn prayers.

In their sermons, the preachers called on people to pray for Muslims in Gaza who are suffering after six months of war.

Jimli Al-Siddiqi, who heads the advisory board of the Indonesian Council of Mosques, said: “This is the right time for Muslims and non-Muslims to show human solidarity, because the conflict in Gaza is not a religious war, but a humanitarian problem.”< /p>

In Pakistan, the authorities deployed more than 100,000 police and paramilitary personnel to maintain security in mosques and markets.

People were shopping as usual. On Tuesday, women bought bracelets, jewelry and clothes for themselves and their children.

In Malaysia, ethnic Malay Muslims performed dawn prayers in mosques across the country just weeks after socks printed with the word “Allah” sparked controversy. In a chain store there was a sensation.

Many found it offensive to tie the word to feet or use it inappropriately.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar called Ibrahim called for unity and reconciliation in his message on the eve of Eid, saying that no group should be marginalized on the basis of religion or any other reason.

He said: "We must be firm and steadfast in our commitment to promoting values and building a decent nation," ;However, let us not take this as a license or opportunity to insult, undermine or harm the cultural practices and lifestyle of others."

The owners of the KK Mart chain and representatives of one of its suppliers have been accused of offending the religious feelings of Muslims. < /p>

KK Mart Group said the supplier sent items that the company did not agree to store. The founder of the supply company apologized for the negligence in inspecting the imported items.

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