Morocco’s King Orders Reopening of Mosques with Safety Measures
31 May 2021
In Morocco, mosques are now allowed to reopen their doors. This announcement was made by Ahmed Toufiq, Minister of Habous and Islamic Affairs, before the House of (…)
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Belgian Lawmaker Warns of ’Radical Political Claim’ Behind Veil Wearing
30 May 2021
Belgian MP George Dallemagne reacted to the wearing of the veil in public administrations. The elected official states that "through the veil, there is also a political, (…)
Nice Mosque Burglarized; Leaders Criticize Lack of Political Response
26 May 2021
The En-Nour mosque was burgled during the night from Sunday to Monday. While the rector is not too surprised by the act, it is the silence of the political leaders that leaves (…)
Sufi Muslims in France Adapt Sacred Practices Amid COVID-19 Restrictions
17 May 2021
In Thuré, Sufi Muslims are struggling to dance and sing the love of God as before due to the Covid-19 pandemic. They promise a "Saturday night fever" once people are vaccinated (…)
Eid El-Fitr Shopping Surge: Families Flock to Stores for Festive Attire Despite Economic Challenges
13 May 2021
The markets and other ready-to-wear clothing sales outlets are already in a festive mood. The crowds are huge, much to the delight of the merchants. Parents and children are (…)
Morocco Announces Eid Al Fitr Date Based on Lunar Observation
12 May 2021
Eid Al Fitr will take place on Thursday, May 13 in Morocco. This date is determined by the observations and calculations carried out by the services of the Ministry of Habous (…)
Morocco Cancels Eid al-Fitr Mosque Prayers Amid COVID-19 Concerns
12 May 2021
Just like last year, the Eid al-Fitr prayer will not take place in mosques and musallas in Morocco. This is the decision made by the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs.
French Muslims to Celebrate Eid al-Fitr on May 13, Marking End of Ramadan
11 May 2021
The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) announced on Tuesday that Eid al-Fitr, the feast that marks the end of the Ramadan fast, will be held on May 13, 2021. The (…)
Morocco to Observe Crescent Moon for Eid al-Fitr on May 12
11 May 2021
The observation of the crescent moon announcing the beginning of the month of Shawwal will take place on Wednesday, Ramadan 29, 1442 of the Hegira corresponding to May 12, (…)
Belgian Muslims to Celebrate Eid al-Fitr on Thursday, Marking End of Ramadan
11 May 2021
The Executive of Muslims of Belgium (EMB) announced on Tuesday that the feast marking the end of Ramadan is scheduled for Thursday, June 13, 2021. It expresses its best wishes (…)