Morocco
Moroccan Islamist Parties Clash Over Ramadan Prayer Ban Amid Pandemic
The Party of Justice and Development (PJD) and Al Adl Wal Ihsane are at loggerheads. The reason for the disagreement: the ban on Tarawih prayers in mosques during Ramadan.
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Religion
Spain
Barcelona Church Hosts Free Iftar Meals for Homeless Muslims During Ramadan
In Barcelona, Muslims in precarious situations or homeless gathered last Friday to take the iftar for free in the premises of the Catholic Church of Santa Anna during Ramadan. The holy month is taking place once again in a particular context linked to the Covid-19 pandemic.
France
UN Condemns Rise in Anti-Muslim Attacks Across French Cities
The cities of Nantes and Rennes, in western France, have been the scene of acts of violence against Muslims in recent days. The High Representative of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations, Miguel Angel Moratinos, expresses his indignation at these extremely serious acts.
France
Jack Lang Praises Muslim Contributions to France as Ramadan Begins
Jack Lang gives Muslims the place that is rightfully theirs in French society. In a message of good wishes on the occasion of the start of the month of Ramadan, the president of the Arab World Institute (IMA) affirmed that "without the Muslims, France would not be what it is".
France
PSG Stars Neymar and Mbappé Lead Ramadan Wishes as Top Clubs Mark Muslim Holy Month
The players of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have wished a good Ramadan 2021 to Muslims. The holy month began on April 13 in some countries like France, Syria, Egypt, but started on Wednesday, April 14 in others like Morocco, Oman, India and Iran.
Morocco
Imam Urges French Muslims to Follow COVID Rules During Ramadan
The month of Ramadan is taking place for the second time in the midst of the health crisis related to the coronavirus pandemic. Addressing the Muslims of France, who since Tuesday have started this march of faith, sharing and solidarity, the imam of Bordeaux, Tareq Oubrou, urges them to strictly respect the health rules so that after the month of Ramadan, we do not witness an explosion of cases of contamination.
Belgium
Muslim Leaders: COVID-19 Vaccination Compatible with Ramadan Fasting
The Executive of Muslims of Belgium (EMB) has announced that fasting does not prevent vaccination against Covid-19. It therefore invites them to go to the centers to contribute to the fight against the Coronavirus pandemic.
Morocco
Ramadan Fasting Hours Vary Globally: Moroccans Face Longer Days Than Saudis
The month of Ramadan begins tomorrow, Wednesday, April 14 in Morocco. The duration of the fasting day will be longer for Moroccans than for Saudis who started the holy month this Tuesday, April 13.
France
Muslims Begin Second Ramadan Under COVID-19 Restrictions
Ramadan began this Tuesday, April 13 in some countries like France, Syria, Egypt but will start in others like Morocco tomorrow, April 14. Like last year, Ramadan is disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Morocco
Morocco Announces Ramadan to Begin Wednesday as New Moon Not Sighted
The official date of the start of Ramadan 2021 in Morocco is now known. It was announced this evening by the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs.
Morocco
Ramadan 2021: Muslims Face Second Year of COVID Restrictions
Just like last year, Muslims are preparing to spend the month of Ramadan under health restrictions related to the Covid-19 pandemic. These restrictions are more strict in some countries, but eased in other countries due to their epidemiological situation.
France
Man Indicted for Threatening Le Mans Mosque Attack, Illegal Weapons Possession
The man who threatened to attack the mosque in Le Mans was arrested in Vendée and then indicted for "threat to commit crimes against persons on the grounds of their religion," as well as for illegal possession of weapons, and placed in pre-trial detention. This is the result of an investigation following an alert given by an Internet user of Maghrebi origin.