Latest news with #AidilAdha
The Star
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Deepening Cambodian Muslim bonds on Aidil Adha
PHNOM PENH: Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet lauded the country's minority Muslim community for their contribution to nation-building. In his special greetings to the Muslims on the occasion of Aidil Adha, the prime minister emphasised their invaluable contribution in fostering racial harmony across the Kingdom. "On behalf of the Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia, my wife (Pich Chanmony) and I congratulate and wish success, happiness and prosperity to all our Muslim brothers and sisters in Cambodia and abroad, as well as Muslim brothers and sisters around the world, happily welcoming the Hari Raya Haji. "And thanks to our Cambodian Muslim brothers and sisters who have participated in maintaining the peace with Cambodian citizens with religious and ethnic harmony in accordance with the policies of the Government of the Kingdom of Cambodia,' Manet said in his Facebook Posting Saturday (June 7). About 800,000 Cambodian Muslims joined the global Muslim community in celebrating Aidil Adha on Saturday. Muslims make up about five per cent of the 17 million Cambodian population, which is predominantly Buddhist. Manet also greeted those who conducted their Haj pilgrimage to Mecca this year. "Wish all our brothers and sisters who are performing haj duties in Saudi Arabia and Muslim brothers who are enjoying the gathering with their relatives and relatives,' he said. About 1,200 Cambodian Muslims performed their haj pilgrimage this year. - Bernama
Barnama
3 days ago
- Politics
- Barnama
Hajiji Calls On People In Sabah To Strengthen Brotherhood, Unity
KOTA KINABALU, June 6 (Bernama) — Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has called on the people in the state to continue to strengthen brotherhood and unity. In his message in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration tomorrow, he also urged Muslims to continue to strengthen their faith and devotion to Allah SWT, while reflecting on the profound story of sacrifice by Prophet Ibrahim AS and his son, Prophet Ismail AS. "The narrative of Aidil Adha, which is closely related to the story and sacrifice of these two noble prophets, Prophet Ibrahim AS and his son, Prophet Ismail AS, carries a unique message and philosophy that encompasses three essential aspects in human life, namely struggle, sacrifice and piety towards Allah SWT.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Hajiji calls on people in Sabah to strengthen brotherhood, unity
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has called on the people in the state to continue to strengthen brotherhood and unity. In his message in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration tomorrow, he also urged Muslims to continue to strengthen their faith and devotion to Allah SWT, while reflecting on the profound story of sacrifice by Prophet Ibrahim AS and his son, Prophet Ismail AS. 'The narrative of Aidil Adha, which is closely related to the story and sacrifice of these two noble prophets, Prophet Ibrahim AS and his son, Prophet Ismail AS, carries a unique message and philosophy that encompasses three essential aspects in human life, namely struggle, sacrifice and piety towards Allah SWT. 'Aidiladha, which coincides with the sacred month of Haj, is a holy month that embodies the true meaning of Habluminallah and Habluminanaas, which is human relationship with God the Creator, and our relationship with fellow human beings,' he said. Hajiji expressed hope that this Aidiladha celebration would serve as a platform to further strengthen brotherhood and unity among Malaysians, particularly in Sabah. 'On behalf of my family and myself, I would like to wish Selamat Hari Raya Aidiladha to all Muslims, wherever they are,' he added.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Hajiji calls on people in Sabah to strengthen unity
KOTA KINABALU: Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor has called on the people in the state to continue to strengthen brotherhood and unity. In his message in conjunction with the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration tomorrow, he also urged Muslims to continue to strengthen their faith and devotion to Allah SWT, while reflecting on the profound story of sacrifice by Prophet Ibrahim AS and his son, Prophet Ismail AS. 'The narrative of Aidil Adha, which is closely related to the story and sacrifice of these two noble prophets, Prophet Ibrahim AS and his son, Prophet Ismail AS, carries a unique message and philosophy that encompasses three essential aspects in human life, namely struggle, sacrifice and piety towards Allah SWT. 'Aidiladha, which coincides with the sacred month of Haj, is a holy month that embodies the true meaning of Habluminallah and Habluminanaas, which is human relationship with God the Creator, and our relationship with fellow human beings,' he said. Hajiji expressed hope that this Aidiladha celebration would serve as a platform to further strengthen brotherhood and unity among Malaysians, particularly in Sabah. 'On behalf of my family and myself, I would like to wish Selamat Hari Raya Aidiladha to all Muslims, wherever they are,' he added.
The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Afghans struggle to mark Aidil Adha amid US sanctions
A young butcher holding a sheep waits for customers at a market ahead of Aidil Adha in Kabul, Afghanistan, June 4, 2025. - Xinhua KABUL: As Muslims around the world prepare to celebrate Aidil Adha, or the Feast of Sacrifice, millions in Afghanistan are grappling with deepening poverty, hunger and economic despair. Najibullah, a 45-year-old Kabul resident, travelled from northern Kabul to a livestock market in the southern part of the city in hopes of purchasing a sheep for the traditional Aidil Adha sacrifice. "I arrived here at seven in the morning to buy a sheep, but a 20-km animal costs around 13,000 afghani (roughly US$186). We can't afford it," he told Xinhua in frustration. Najibullah, the sole provider for a family of five, pointed to frozen Afghan assets abroad as a key factor behind the crisis. "If the Afghan people's frozen assets were released, there would be more job opportunities. More construction projects would take place. People could find work, and our lives would be better," he said. He estimates that nearly 70 per cent of Afghans are unable to afford livestock for Aidil Adha due to ongoing US sanctions. "Most people's tables are empty because they don't have enough money," Najibullah added as he returned home without making a purchase. Instead of serving lamb, he plans to offer dried fruits to guests this year. The United Nations has warned that nearly half of Afghanistan's population, about 22.9 million people, will require humanitarian assistance by 2025 as the country struggles to meet both chronic and acute needs. Naqibullah, a butcher from eastern Wardak Province, travels to Kabul annually ahead of Aidil Adha to earn a living. "In the past, business was booming, but now, there is barely any work and the job market is taking its last breaths," he explained. This young butcher visits the market daily, looking for customers until the evening; however, there are no signs of improvement. "This year, our economy is so weak that I can't afford to make a sacrifice myself. Even some of our neighbours can't afford dinner," Naqibullah lamented. Afghans continue to voice frustration over mounting unemployment and worsening poverty, as approximately US$9 billion of Afghanistan's assets were frozen by the United States in August 2021. While a few buyers are seen browsing livestock markets in Kabul, many livestock farmers have brought their animals from neighbouring provinces, hoping to sell them. Mohammad Younis, a veteran livestock trader in Kabul with a decade of experience, said this year's Aidil Adha market has been the worst he's seen. "People want to buy cattle or sheep, but prices are too high and their wallets are empty, so they leave empty-handed," he said, anxiously scanning the market for potential customers. Younis blamed the dire situation in part on US policies. He believes decades of conflict and foreign occupation have devastated Afghanistan's economic foundations. As in other Muslim countries, Aidil Adha in Afghanistan is traditionally celebrated with animal sacrifices and family visits. But for many this year, it has become a painful reminder of hardship rather than a celebration. Shakir Yaqubi, an Afghan economist, said that US financial sanctions have crippled Afghanistan's trade and frozen development. "This Aidil Adha, for many Afghan families, is a day of economic struggle rather than a festive occasion," he noted. "Without coordinated actions from the government or international community, poverty will deepen, and social divisions will grow." - Xinhua
