France
French Muslims to Celebrate Eid al-Fitr on March 30, 2025
Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, 2025 in France, the Great Mosque of Paris has just confirmed. Here is the full message of this announcement.
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Islam
France
French Muslim Council Sets Eid Al-Fitr Date for March 30, 2025
Based on astronomical calculations, the Muslim Theological Council of France (CTMF) has announced the date of celebration of Eid el Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
France
Great Mosque of Paris Expects Eid al-Fitr on March 30
On what date will Eid al-Fitr 2025 be celebrated in France? While the faithful are divided on Sunday, March 30 and Monday, March 31, the Great Mosque of Paris will announce this Saturday the likely date of the celebration of this feast marking the end of the month of Ramadan.
France
Daylight Saving Time Shift May Affect Eid al-Fitr Date in France
This year, the switch to daylight saving time will take place in France in the night from Saturday, March 29 to Sunday, March 30. A change that could influence the end of Ramadan and the date of Eid al-Fitr.
Morocco
Morocco's Eid al-Fitr 2025 Date Set for March 30, Egyptian Institute Predicts
The date of Eid al-Fitr 2025 in Morocco is now known, it has just been confirmed by an Egyptian institute which also reveals the two Moroccan cities that will observe the crescent moon.
Morocco
Gambling Surge in Moroccan Cafes During Ramadan Sparks Controversy
In Nador, cafes have been transformed into casinos during this sacred month of Ramadan, attracting gambling addicts from tourist cities like Marrakech and Tangier. This has provoked the anger of several civil society actors.
France
French Interior Minister Boycotts Ramadan Iftar, Sparking Muslim Backlash
The Muslim community in France is outraged by Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau who, in the name of the principle of secularism, boycotted the iftar of the ambassadors of the Great Mosque of Paris.
Morocco
Moroccan Imam Sparks Outrage After Barring Women from Mosque Prayers
Imam Abdelhakim Bensi, from the Chninat mosque in Oulad Teïma, near Taroudant, is at the center of a controversy following the circulation of a video on social media.
France
French Muslims Split on Date for Eid al-Fitr Celebration
On what date will Eid al-Fitr 1446/2025 be celebrated in France? Many Muslims in the country lean towards March 30, while others do not rule out the possibility of a celebration on March 31.
Morocco
Morocco's King Funds $18 Million Mosque Project in Turin, Italy
The Italian Islamic Confederation is working on the construction of a mosque in the Aurora district of Turin for an amount of 17 million euros, fully financed by King Mohammed VI of Morocco.
Morocco
Morocco Sets Zakat Al-Fitr at 23 Dirhams for Ramadan 2025
The Supreme Council of Ulema has set the amount of Zakat Al-Fitr for the year 1446 of the Hegira (2025) at 23 dirhams per person. This amount represents an increase compared to the 20 dirhams of previous years.
France
French Muslim Council Sets Zakat al-Fitr at 9 Euros for 2025
The French Council of the Muslim Faith (CFCM) has set the reference amount for Zakat al-Fitr for the year 2025 at 9 euros per person. This mandatory alms must be paid before the end of the month of Ramadan.