AP Photos: Muslims Celebrate Eid al-Fitr
Muslims worldwide marked the end of Ramadan on March 31 with prayers, feasts, and family gatherings, though celebrations in conflict zones like Gaza were subdued amid shortages and destruction.
Published on March 31, 2025
Muslims around the world celebrated Eid al-Fitr on March 31, marking the end of Ramadan with traditional prayers, feasts, sweets, and family gatherings. In many communities, children received new clothes and families visited graves to honor loved ones who have passed away.
In Gaza, the mood was more somber as ongoing conflict with Israel continued to cast a shadow over the festivities. Celebrations there were subdued, with prayers held amid ruins and a critical shortage of essential supplies due to restricted entry, underscoring the challenges faced by those in conflict zones.