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Karbala Rituals - Iraq

Mourning of Bani Assad on the 13th of Muharram in Karbala, Iraq. On July 9, 2025, Shiite Muslim mourners participate in the traditional commemoration known as the Mourning of Bani Assad, which takes place annually on the 13th of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. The ritual honors the women of the Bani Assad tribe who, according to tradition, buried the unrecognized bodies of Imam Hussein and his companions after the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Dressed in black, participants gather near the holy shrine of Imam Hussein, chanting elegies and performing mourning processions to express grief and solidarity. This deeply symbolic event reflects the enduring historical and spiritual significance of Karbala for Shiite communities across the world, especially during the sacred month of Muharram, which marks the martyrdom of one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. Photo by Samer Al Husseini/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Karbala Rituals - Iraq

Mourning of Bani Assad on the 13th of Muharram in Karbala, Iraq. On July 9, 2025, Shiite Muslim mourners participate in the traditional commemoration known as the Mourning of Bani Assad, which takes place annually on the 13th of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. The ritual honors the women of the Bani Assad tribe who, according to tradition, buried the unrecognized bodies of Imam Hussein and his companions after the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Dressed in black, participants gather near the holy shrine of Imam Hussein, chanting elegies and performing mourning processions to express grief and solidarity. This deeply symbolic event reflects the enduring historical and spiritual significance of Karbala for Shiite communities across the world, especially during the sacred month of Muharram, which marks the martyrdom of one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. Photo by Samer Al Husseini/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Karbala Rituals - Iraq

Mourning of Bani Assad on the 13th of Muharram in Karbala, Iraq. On July 9, 2025, Shiite Muslim mourners participate in the traditional commemoration known as the Mourning of Bani Assad, which takes place annually on the 13th of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. The ritual honors the women of the Bani Assad tribe who, according to tradition, buried the unrecognized bodies of Imam Hussein and his companions after the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Dressed in black, participants gather near the holy shrine of Imam Hussein, chanting elegies and performing mourning processions to express grief and solidarity. This deeply symbolic event reflects the enduring historical and spiritual significance of Karbala for Shiite communities across the world, especially during the sacred month of Muharram, which marks the martyrdom of one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. Photo by Samer Al Husseini/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Karbala Rituals - Iraq

Mourning of Bani Assad on the 13th of Muharram in Karbala, Iraq. On July 9, 2025, Shiite Muslim mourners participate in the traditional commemoration known as the Mourning of Bani Assad, which takes place annually on the 13th of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. The ritual honors the women of the Bani Assad tribe who, according to tradition, buried the unrecognized bodies of Imam Hussein and his companions after the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Dressed in black, participants gather near the holy shrine of Imam Hussein, chanting elegies and performing mourning processions to express grief and solidarity. This deeply symbolic event reflects the enduring historical and spiritual significance of Karbala for Shiite communities across the world, especially during the sacred month of Muharram, which marks the martyrdom of one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. Photo by Samer Al Husseini/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Karbala Rituals - Iraq

Mourning of Bani Assad on the 13th of Muharram in Karbala, Iraq. On July 9, 2025, Shiite Muslim mourners participate in the traditional commemoration known as the Mourning of Bani Assad, which takes place annually on the 13th of Muharram in the Islamic calendar. The ritual honors the women of the Bani Assad tribe who, according to tradition, buried the unrecognized bodies of Imam Hussein and his companions after the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Dressed in black, participants gather near the holy shrine of Imam Hussein, chanting elegies and performing mourning processions to express grief and solidarity. This deeply symbolic event reflects the enduring historical and spiritual significance of Karbala for Shiite communities across the world, especially during the sacred month of Muharram, which marks the martyrdom of one of the most revered figures in Shia Islam. Photo by Samer Al Husseini/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Egyptians buy Kahk cookies for Eid al-Fitr celebrations

STORY: Egyptians buy Kahk cookies for Eid al-Fitr celebrations SHOOTING TIME: April 9, 2024 DATELINE: April 10, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:58 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of a bakery 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): Cairo resident 3. various of a bakery 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): Kahk seller 5. various of a bakery 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (Arabic): Cairo resident 7. various of a bakery STORYLINE: During Eid al-Fitr, Egyptians delight in the tradition of savoring Kahk cookies, a symbolic treat of the festival, which marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): Cairo resident "Kahk brings joy, especially to children. Gifting it to guests during festive visits is a cherished old custom." Kahk holds historical significance, dating back to ancient Egyptian times when it was offered to priests. Today, the practice of making and sharing Kahk continues, though more opt to buy the pre-made version due to time constraints. Despite economic challenges, Kahk remains an essential part o

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INDONESIA-PADALARANG-UPCOMING EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240407) -- PADALARANG, April 7, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers board a high-speed electrical multiple unit (EMU) train at the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway's Padalarang Station in Padalarang, Indonesia, April 7, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-PADALARANG-UPCOMING EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240407) -- PADALARANG, April 7, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait to board a high-speed electrical multiple unit (EMU) train at the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway's Padalarang Station in Padalarang, Indonesia, April 7, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-PADALARANG-UPCOMING EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240407) -- PADALARANG, April 7, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait as a high-speed electrical multiple unit (EMU) train arrives at the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway's Padalarang Station in Padalarang, Indonesia, April 7, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-PADALARANG-UPCOMING EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240407) -- PADALARANG, April 7, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers walk on the platform at the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway's Padalarang Station in Padalarang, Indonesia, April 7, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-SURABAYA-UPCOMING EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240407) -- SURABAYA, April 7, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People line up before checking in at Juanda International Airport in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, April 7, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Photo by Sahlan Kurniawan/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-JAKARTA-UPCOMING EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240407) -- JAKARTA, April 7, 2024 (Xinhua) -- People line up before checking in at the waiting hall of Halim Station in Jakarta, Indonesia, April 7, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Xinhua/Xu Qin)

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240407) -- BEIJING, April 7, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait to board free-of-charge buses to their hometown at a bus station in South Tangerang, Banten Province, Indonesia, April 6, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Xinhua/Agung Kuncahya B.)

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INDONESIA-SEMARANG-EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240406) -- SEMARANG, April 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers disembark from free-of-charge vessels ahead of Eid al-Fitr festival at Tanjung Mas Port in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia, on April 6, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Photo by Kalila/Xinhua)

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INDONESIA-SOUTH TANGERANG-EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240406) -- SOUTH TANGERANG, April 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait to board free-of-charge buses to their hometown at a bus station in South Tangerang, Banten Province, Indonesia, April 6, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Xinhua/Agung Kuncahya B.)

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INDONESIA-SOUTH TANGERANG-EID AL-FITR-HOMECOMING

(240406) -- SOUTH TANGERANG, April 6, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A woman and her daughter wave as they board a free-of-charge bus to their hometown at a bus station in South Tangerang, Banten Province, Indonesia, April 6, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. (Xinhua/Agung Kuncahya B.)

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INDONESIA-MAKASSAR-HOMETOWN-TRAVEL-SHIP-EID AL FITR

(240402) -- MAKASSAR, April 2, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A family walk to board a vessel for their homecoming travel at Soekarno Hatta Port in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, on April 2, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. This year, the end of Ramadan is estimated to fall on April 10 or 11, depending on the sighting of the moon. A recent survey conducted by the Transportation Ministry showed that over 71 percent of people across Indonesia, home to over 270 million population, would be a part of this year's Eid exodus. (Xinhua/Niaz Sharief)

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INDONESIA-MAKASSAR-HOMETOWN-TRAVEL-SHIP-EID AL FITR

(240402) -- MAKASSAR, April 2, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait in line to board a vessel for their homecoming travel at Soekarno Hatta Port in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, on April 2, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. This year, the end of Ramadan is estimated to fall on April 10 or 11, depending on the sighting of the moon. A recent survey conducted by the Transportation Ministry showed that over 71 percent of people across Indonesia, home to over 270 million population, would be a part of this year's Eid exodus. (Xinhua/Niaz Sharief)

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INDONESIA-MAKASSAR-HOMETOWN-TRAVEL-SHIP-EID AL FITR

(240402) -- MAKASSAR, April 2, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait in line to board a vessel for their homecoming travel at Soekarno Hatta Port in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, on April 2, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. This year, the end of Ramadan is estimated to fall on April 10 or 11, depending on the sighting of the moon. A recent survey conducted by the Transportation Ministry showed that over 71 percent of people across Indonesia, home to over 270 million population, would be a part of this year's Eid exodus. (Xinhua/Niaz Sharief)

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INDONESIA-MAKASSAR-HOMETOWN-TRAVEL-SHIP-EID AL FITR

(240402) -- MAKASSAR, April 2, 2024 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo shows a vessel sailing from Soekarno Hatta Port in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia, on April 2, 2024. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition, locally known as mudik, for many people in Indonesia with the world's largest Muslim population. This year, the end of Ramadan is estimated to fall on April 10 or 11, depending on the sighting of the moon. A recent survey conducted by the Transportation Ministry showed that over 71 percent of people across Indonesia, home to over 270 million population, would be a part of this year's Eid exodus. (Xinhua/Niaz Sharief)

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12-animal zodiac shows ancient cultural exchanges between China and Iran: historian

STORY: 12-animal zodiac shows ancient cultural exchanges between China and Iran: historian DATELINE: Jan. 20, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:04 LOCATION: Tehran CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE (Persian): KOUROSH SALEHI, Historian, International University of Islamic Denominations STORYLINE: An Iranian historian said that the ancient Silk Road led to cultural exchanges between China and Iran, leaving visible marks on today's Iranian cultural tradition, one of which being the 12-animal Zodiac. China will welcome the Year of the Rabbit on Jan. 22 according to its lunar calendar. SOUNDBITE (Persian): KOUROSH SALEHI, Historian, International University of Islamic Denominations "In the Chinese calendar and zodiac, the rabbit is the fourth in the 12-year cycle of animals. The interesting thing that has happened with regard to the Chinese calendar is that throughout the evolution process and history, we see that the concept has entered Iran's culture from China and East Asia. In the present era, we, in Iran, in add

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Lebanon's steep crisis deprives people of joyous celebrations in Eid al-Adha

STORY: Lebanon's steep crisis deprives people of joyous celebrations in Eid al-Adha DATELINE: July 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:28 LOCATION: Beirut CATEGORY: ECONOMY/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): ALI ZARAZEER, Local resident 2. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): MAHMOUD IBRAHIM, Local resident STORYLINE: Celebrating Eid al-Adha this year in the traditional ways has become a vain hope for many Muslims in Lebanon, where the financial crisis and the collapse of the local currency plunged the majority of the population into poverty. Families used to celebrate the three-day holiday through house gatherings, restaurant visits, gift exchanges, and relaxing at beaches. However, as many residents this year are barely capable of securing their basic necessities, the celebration almost becomes a luxury. Many Muslims also gave up the Islamic tradition of Eid sacrifice. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): ALI ZARAZEER, Local resident "You went to Beirut, Tarik Jdide, Dahieh and other Islamic areas. Did you sense the atmosphere of

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Egyptians suffer from price hikes during Eid al-Adha

STORY: Egyptians suffer from price hikes during Eid al-Adha DATELINE: July 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:26 LOCATION: Cairo CATEGORY: ECONOMY/CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Egyptians celebrating Eid al-Adha 2. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): MOHAMED GOMAA, Egyptian citizen 3. various of livestock market STORYLINE: The festival of Eid al-Adha this year is not a happy one for Muslims in Egypt due to the high prices of commodities. Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the most anticipated celebrations in the Islamic world. By tradition, families should ritually slaughter an animal, usually sheep or cow, during the four-day festival as long as they can afford it. People also always buy new clothes for kids and prepare sweets to serve visiting relatives. During the festival, well-to-do families sacrifice animals and distribute the meat to low-income families, friends and relatives. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): MOHAMED GOMAA, Egyptian citizen "I didn't buy a sacrificial animal this year. I only bought a limited amount of

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Kuwaitis busy purchasing sacrificial animals for Eid al-Adha

STORY: Kuwaitis busy purchasing sacrificial animals for Eid al-Adha DATELINE: July 10, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:15 LOCATION: Kuwait City CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. people performing Eid al-Adha prayers in Jahra Governorate, Kuwait 2. various of locals taking sheep back home in Farwaniya Governorate STORYLINE: With the advent of Eid al-Adha, Kuwaitis, like other Muslims of the world, thronged cattle markets to purchase sacrificial animals. Eid al-Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the most anticipated celebrations in the Islamic world. By tradition, families should ritually slaughter an animal, usually sheep or cow, during the festival as long as they can afford it. However, people in Kuwait are complaining about the recent skyrocketing prices of sacrificial animals days ahead of Eid al-Adha this year. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Kuwait City. (XHTV)

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Centuries-old Bangladesh mosque made with Chinaware plate draws tourists

STORY: Centuries-old Bangladesh mosque made with Chinaware plate draws tourists DATELINE: May 24, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:04 LOCATION: NILPHAMARI, Bangladesh CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. Various of Video shows the Chini Mosque in Nilphamari 2. SOUNDBITE 1(Bengali): RAHIMUL HAQUE AFRAT, Tourist 3. Various of the masjid 4. SOUNDBITE 2(Bengali): MUHAMMAD ARIF REZA, Muezzin (the person of a mosque who proclaims the call to the daily prayer from a minaret five times a day) 5. various of the Chini Mosque and the People pray at Chini Mosque in Nilphamari STORYLINE: The mosque "Chini masjid" in Nilphamari district, some 360 km northwest of Bangladesh's capital Dhaka, is a unique architecture that has been attracting tourists over the past two centuries from home and abroad. Established in 1863, the eye-catching architecture is associated with Islamic tradition. To decorate Chini Masjid, nearly 300 pieces of cross marble stones were used. Around 25 tons of small chips of Chinaware plate and pieces of glass were also

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Kuwait celebrates Eid al-Fitr

STORY: Kuwait celebrates Eid al-Fitr DATELINE: May 3, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:57 LOCATION: Kuwait City CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Kuwaitis celebrating Eid Al-Fitr STORYLINE: Kuwait officially celebrated on Monday the Eid al-Fitr festival across the country. Eid al-Fitr is one of the two major holidays in the Islamic calendar and marks the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Usually, local people start Eid day by performing communal morning prayers in mosques, then they gather with family members, friends, and relatives to celebrate Eid al-Fitr. As a tradition, during the celebration, people exchange gifts and eat delicious meals to celebrate the end of Ramadan and congratulate themselves for fasting the holy month. The manifestations of Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Kuwait differ from one region to another due to the different customs, traditions and cultures, as Kuwait embraces many Arab and foreign nationalities. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Kuwait Cit

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INDONESIA-JAKARTA-HOMECOMING-EID AL-FITR

(220426) -- JAKARTA, April 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait to board free-of-charge buses to their hometown in Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26, 2022. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition locally known as "mudik" for most of the Indonesian people. (Xinhua/Agung Kuncahya B.)

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INDONESIA-JAKARTA-HOMECOMING-EID AL-FITR

(220426) -- JAKARTA, April 26, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Passengers wait to board free-of-charge buses to their hometown in Jakarta, Indonesia, April 26, 2022. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition locally known as "mudik" for most of the Indonesian people. (Xinhua/Agung Kuncahya B.)

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INDONESIA-JAKARTA-EID AL-FITR

(220425) -- JAKARTA, April 25, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People wait at a bus station during Eid al-Fitr festival in Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25, 2022. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition locally known as "mudik" for most of the Indonesian people. (Xinhua/Zulkarnain)

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INDONESIA-JAKARTA-EID AL-FITR

(220425) -- JAKARTA, April 25, 2022 (Xinhua) -- People carry their belongings at a bus station during Eid al-Fitr festival in Jakarta, Indonesia, April 25, 2022. The holy month of Ramadan and the celebration of Islamic post-fasting festivity Eid-al-Fitr have been associated with a homecoming tradition locally known as "mudik" for most of the Indonesian people. (Xinhua/Zulkarnain)

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Ramadan cannon revives old tradition in Jordan

STORY: Ramadan cannon revives old tradition in Jordan DATELINE: April 13, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:58 LOCATION: Amman CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Iftar cannon 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): NASSER RAHAMNEH, Spokesperson of the Greater Amman Municipality 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): NASSER RAHAMNEH, Spokesperson of the Greater Amman Municipality STORYLINE: The cannons were fired into the sunset with the booms reverberated through the valley and up the crowded hills of the Jordanian capital Amman, notifying people of the time of Iftar, when Muslims get to break their daylong fasting during the holy Islamic month of Ramadan. This year, the Greater Amman Municipality, in collaboration with the Jordanian Armed Forces, launched the Ramadan cannon to announce the time of the breaking of the fast in a symbolic gesture to remind people of their old time. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): NASSER RAHAMNEH, Spokesperson of the Greater Amman Municipality "Ramadan cannon is launched from the palm square near the Greater Amman Munic