Eid al-Adha Celebrations Marred by Gaza Conflict
Gazans observe the holiday amid destruction, displacement, and ongoing violence, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis.
- Gazans marked Eid al-Adha in bombed-out mosques and makeshift shelters, unable to celebrate traditionally due to ongoing war.
- The Israeli military announced a daily tactical pause for aid delivery, but fighting continues in southern Gaza.
- Global Muslim communities expressed solidarity with Gazans, incorporating prayers for peace into their Eid celebrations.
- President Biden acknowledged the suffering in Gaza, emphasizing efforts to end the war and support a two-state solution.
- Humanitarian organizations warn of severe shortages of food and water, with many Gazans facing famine-like conditions.