Eid al-Adha observed globally, shadowed by Gaza devastation
Muslims around the world are observing Eid al-Adha, but celebrations are muted by hardship in several regions. In India's Uttarakhand state, local authorities banned Muslims from using public grounds for Eid prayers, sparking fear among the community. Palestinians in Gaza prepare for the holiday without livestock for sacrifice amid the ongoing destruction. Meanwhile, festive gatherings took place in Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia as documented in photo reports.
The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has broken down, with the US launching new strikes on Iranian targets. Diplomatic talks between the two countries had been showing signs of renewed activity, but reports indicate 'deep suspicion' of the US lingers in Tehran. NPR notes prospects for an imminent end to the conflict are fading as attacks restart. Gas price concerns persist as the situation remains volatile, and Iran says it remains in peace talks despite what it calls 'bad faith' US bombings.
Iran's foreign ministry has condemned overnight US airstrikes in southern Iran as a 'gross violation' of the ceasefire agreement. The strikes have escalated tensions significantly, with Tehran accusing Washington of breaking the truce that had been in place. The Guardian liveblogged the crisis as it unfolded, while CBC reports that Iran's diplomatic channel insists the US action was a clear breach of the ceasefire terms.