Muslims Mark Eid al-Adha with Prayers Worldwide
Muslims in multiple countries observed Eid al-Adha on May 27, 2026. Approximately two billion people offered prayers marking the second major Islamic holiday.
apnews.comMuslims gathered in cities from Mecca, Saudi Arabia, to India-controlled Kashmir to mark Eid al-Adha, also called the Festival of Sacrifice. The holiday is the second major observance in Islam. The Guardian reported that roughly two billion Muslims worldwide performed prayers as an expression of devotion and communal unity.
Gaza, residents assembled for prayer while most remained displaced and living in tents. The Guardian noted that some participants expressed difficulty finding joy during the observance. Additional gatherings occurred in Indonesia, the Philippines, and Malaysia.
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Public spaces in multiple countries hosted large prayer gatherings for several hours.
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