Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr amid conflict

Muslims worldwide celebrated Eid al-Fitr on March 20, 2026, marking the end of Ramadan, which is determined by the sighting of the new moon. While many countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Southeast Asia observed the holiday on Friday, some, including Mali, Niger, and Afghanistan, celebrated a day earlier due to local moon sighting practices. The festivities occur amid significant challenges, including ongoing conflicts in Iran, the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, and rising tensions in Lebanon due to Israeli attacks.

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