 'Plague of blood' on Islamic holiday in BangladeshRivers of blood in city of Dhaka after rain, drainage problems, cause blood from sacrifices in honor of Eid al-Adha to flow into streets. Netanyahu's Greetings and Warnings for Eid Al-AdhaPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu sends two very different messages to Muslims, Druze for Eid Al-Adha holiday. Jersey City Muslims: 'We'll Be the Majority Soon'Muslim parents in NJ fail to have schools closed for today's holiday, but are confident for next year. Nationwide Security Boost Ahead of HolidaysPolice prepare for clashes ahead of Eid Al-Adha, Yom Kippur falling out on same day - in both Jerusalem and integrated areas nationwide. Muslim Entry to Temple Mount RestrictedPolice on high alert in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and Gaza ahead of Yom Kippur and the Muslim Eid al-Adha which follows. New York City Schools to Close on Muslim HolidaysNew York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces that the city’s public schools will be closed for the holidays of Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr. Egypt: Author to Face Trial for 'Insulting Islam'Fatima Naoot criticized mass-slaughter of sheep during Eid al-Adha festival as 'massacre', says she's paying the price for 'enlightenment.' 'Muslims Don't Understand We Don't Want Al-Aqsa'Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi explains Al-Aqsa Mosque is outside the Temple boundaries, but Islam's focus on force prevents coexistence. Khamenei: Muslim Unity for Israel's 'Annihilation'Iranian supreme leader uses annual Hajj pilgrimage message to insult Israel and call for support for Hamas. Police, MDA on High Alert over Yom KippurMedic, police patrols to increase throughout Israel ahead of joint Jewish and Muslim holidays.Police Gearing Up for Double Religious EventsWith the coincidence this Shabbat Yom Kippur and the Muslim Eid al-adha, police are hoping that quiet will prevail. Israel Confirms Gazans Allowed on Temple MountAs part of a series of gestures over the upcoming Eid al Adha holiday, 500 Gazans will be allowed to travel to Temple Mount. 'Two People, Two Holidays, One Day'Chief Rabbis, Chief Qadis, and Jewish and Arab MKs meet to discuss Yom Kippur and Eid el-Adha.NYC Candidate Seeks Days Off for Muslim HolidaysBill de Blasio wants to give school children in New York two extra days off to mark Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr. Hamas and Fatah Leaders Speak on Eve of HolidayThe leaders of longtime rival factions Fatah and Hamas spoke via telephone, stressing the need for reconciliation. 10 Dead in Damascus Car BombAt least 10 people were killed and 41 others were wounded Monday in a car bombing on the outskirts of the Syrian capital of Damascus. Syria's Army, Rebels Confirm Friday CeasefireSyria's army and main rebel force confirm they will cease fire on Friday, but both sides reserve the right to respond to any aggression. Syrian Gov't, Rebels Accept UN-Brokered 'Truce'The Syrian government and "most" rebel leaders have reportedly accepted a truce for the duration of the Eid al-Adha Muslim holiday. Egypt Warns Police of Jihad Ops in Southern SinaiEgypt's Interior Ministry has raised the alert for security forces in southern Sinai over possible jihadist operations in the area. Israel to Remove Checkpoints for Muslim HolidayAs the Muslim Eid al-Adha approaches, Israel approves some relief measures for PA Arabs. Syrian Brides Cross Israeli Border at QuneitraTwo Syrian brides crossed the border at Quneitra Thursday after a nine-year struggle to be able to immigrate to Israel and marry. |
