Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr around the world amid shadow of war
Al Jazeera
People gather with family and for congregational prayers to mark the end of the holy fasting month.
Muslims around the world celebrated Eid al-Fitr on Friday, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which they fast from sunrise to sunset.
Ramadan ends with the sighting of the new moon, which ushers in the month of Shawwal.
Because some countries rely on physical moon sightings, the timing can vary by location. As a result, several countries, including Mali, Niger and Afghanistan, observed Eid on Thursday.
Other countries across the Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia observed Eid on Friday.
The religious celebration lasts two days, and is distinct from Eid al-Adha, which takes place during the Hajj pilgrimage.
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People gather with family and for congregational prayers to mark the end of the holy fasting month.