Muslims Mark Eid al-Adha with Prayers Worldwide

Muslims 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.