Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr around the world amid shadow of war

Muslims worldwide celebrated Eid al-Fitr on Friday, marking the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting. The celebration, which begins with the sighting of the new moon and lasts two days, involves congregational prayers and gatherings of family and friends. While most countries observed Eid on Friday, some, including Mali, Niger, and Afghanistan, celebrated it on Thursday due to differing moon sighting practices. This year's Eid al-Fitr arrives amid conflict and instability in many Muslim-majority countries, including Iran, Lebanon, and Sudan, where the ongoing war has caused widespread disruption and displacement. The UN reports over one million people displaced in Lebanon due to expanded Israeli attacks, and Sudan faces a major humanitarian crisis as its war enters its third year.

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