Morocco
FIFA Extends Ramadan Greetings to Global Muslim Community
On the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has sent a message of good wishes to Muslims.
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Religion
Morocco
Gold Seekers Vandalize Moroccan Mosque in Search of Hidden Treasure
Individuals broke into a mosque and vandalized it in search of a supposedly hidden treasure.
Morocco
Muslim Scholar Approves Remote Tarawih Prayers During Ramadan Lockdown
The President of the International Union of Muslim Scholars, Ahmed Raissouni , spoke about the performance of supererogatory prayers (including Tarawih) during this confinement period.
Morocco
Meat Prices Plummet in Casablanca Markets During Ramadan as Demand Wanes
Due to moderate consumer demand, red and white meat prices have reached an unprecedented low in popular markets in Casablanca during this Ramadan period.
France
Ramadan Under Lockdown: Muslims Adapt to Pandemic Restrictions
This is the first time that the Muslim community around the world will experience the month of Ramadan differently, due to the coronavirus pandemic that has prompted some states to take exceptional and restrictive measures. While some will have the opportunity to go pray at the mosque, others will remain confined at home and be content with isolated prayers or within the family circle.
Belgium
Belgian Muslims Adapt Ramadan Traditions Amid COVID-19 Lockdown
The month of fasting for Ramadan began this Friday, April 24, 2020 in Belgium, in a particular context. Some practices will change during this month due to the health crisis and the lockdown imposed on the population.
Morocco
Morocco Announces Ramadan to Begin April 25 as Moon Sighting Confirms Start Date
The month of fasting of Ramadan will begin on Saturday, April 25 in Morocco, the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs announced in a statement on Thursday evening.
Belgium
Ramadan Begins April 24 for Belgian Muslims, EMB Announces
As in most European countries, Muslims in Belgium will begin Ramadan this Friday, April 24, 2020.
France
Ramadan Observances Adapt to COVID-19 Restrictions in France
The coronavirus raging in almost all countries around the world will disrupt some traditional practices of French Muslims throughout the month of Ramadan. The reason is the containment measures imposed by the authorities to curb the spread of covid-19 are still in effect.
France
Auch Unveils New Mosque: 600-Capacity Worship Center Rises from Ashes of 2015 Fire
Auch now has a new mosque. This, five years after the destruction of the old one by a fire on August 23, 2015.
Morocco
WHO Issues Ramadan Guidelines Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
In this context marked by a global health crisis, the World Health Organization (WHO) has formulated some recommendations to help Muslims have a successful Ramadan month.
France
Ramadan 2020 Begins April 24 in Europe Amid COVID-19 Restrictions
Astronomers have announced the start date of the month of Ramadan in Europe. This year, fasting will take place in confinement, away from mosques and family gatherings.