• An Egyptian woman with a sweet doll for the upcoming Mawlid celebrations (Prophet Mohammed's birthday), at a market in Sayeda Zienab district in Cairo. The decoration of dolls for this occasion in Egypt is believed to date back to the time of the Fatimid dynasty. EPA
    An Egyptian woman with a sweet doll for the upcoming Mawlid celebrations (Prophet Mohammed's birthday), at a market in Sayeda Zienab district in Cairo. The decoration of dolls for this occasion in Egypt is believed to date back to the time of the Fatimid dynasty. EPA
  • Egyptians at a market in Cairo buy sweets for the upcoming Mawlid celebrations. EPA
    Egyptians at a market in Cairo buy sweets for the upcoming Mawlid celebrations. EPA
  • A market in Iraq's autonomous Kurdish region decorated with banners and garlands to mark the birth of Prophet Mohammed. AFP
    A market in Iraq's autonomous Kurdish region decorated with banners and garlands to mark the birth of Prophet Mohammed. AFP
  • Shoppers at a market in Iraq's autonomous Kurdish region. AFP
    Shoppers at a market in Iraq's autonomous Kurdish region. AFP
  • Shoppers at a market in Tripoli on October 5, 2022 ahead of celebrations to marking the birth of Prophet Mohammed, known in Arabic as 'Mawlid al-Nabawi'. AFP
    Shoppers at a market in Tripoli on October 5, 2022 ahead of celebrations to marking the birth of Prophet Mohammed, known in Arabic as 'Mawlid al-Nabawi'. AFP
  • Libyans at a market in Tripoli before celebrations to mark Mawlid al-Nabawi. AFP
    Libyans at a market in Tripoli before celebrations to mark Mawlid al-Nabawi. AFP
  • Pakistanis during a rally before the birthday of Prophet Mohammed, in Karachi, Pakistan. Eid-Milad-ul-Nabi is celebrated by Muslims every year on the 12th of Rabi-ul-Awal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. EPA
    Pakistanis during a rally before the birthday of Prophet Mohammed, in Karachi, Pakistan. Eid-Milad-ul-Nabi is celebrated by Muslims every year on the 12th of Rabi-ul-Awal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. EPA
  • Pakistani Muslims at the rally in Karachi. EPA
    Pakistani Muslims at the rally in Karachi. EPA
  • An illuminated mosque in Karachi. EPA
    An illuminated mosque in Karachi. EPA
  • The day after a UN-brokered truce expired, drivers in Sanaa, Yemen, have their vehicles decorated in green to celebrate Prophet Mohammed's birthday. EPA
    The day after a UN-brokered truce expired, drivers in Sanaa, Yemen, have their vehicles decorated in green to celebrate Prophet Mohammed's birthday. EPA
  • A Yemeni decorates a vehicle before celebrations begin for the birthday of the Prophet Mohammed. EPA
    A Yemeni decorates a vehicle before celebrations begin for the birthday of the Prophet Mohammed. EPA
  • Shoppers buy decorative items on the roadside ahead of Eid-Milad-ul-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Mohammed, in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA
    Shoppers buy decorative items on the roadside ahead of Eid-Milad-ul-Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Mohammed, in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA
  • An illuminated mosque in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA
    An illuminated mosque in Karachi, Pakistan. EPA

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Muslims around world prepare to mark the Prophet Mohammed's birthday - in pictures

A look at the lights and bunting as people buy provisions in anticipation of the holiday

The National

October 06, 2022

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Muslim Council of Elders condemns terrorism on religious sites

The Muslim Council of Elders has strongly condemned the criminal attacks on religious sites in Britain.

It firmly rejected “acts of terrorism, which constitute a flagrant violation of the sanctity of houses of worship”.

“Attacking places of worship is a form of terrorism and extremism that threatens peace and stability within societies,” it said.

The council also warned against the rise of hate speech, racism, extremism and Islamophobia. It urged the international community to join efforts to promote tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

Top 10 in the F1 drivers' standings

1. Sebastian Vettel, Ferrari 202 points

2. Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-GP 188

3. Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes-GP 169

4. Daniel Ricciardo, Red Bull Racing 117

5. Kimi Raikkonen, Ferrari 116

6. Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing 67

7. Sergio Perez, Force India 56

8. Esteban Ocon, Force India 45

9. Carlos Sainz Jr, Toro Rosso 35

10. Nico Hulkenberg, Renault 26

RESULTS

5pm Maiden (PA) Dh80,000 (Turf) 1,600m

Winner Thabet Al Reef, Bernardo Pinheiro (jockey), Abdallah Al Hammadi (trainer)

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Winner Blue Diamond, Pat Cosgrave, Abdallah Al Hammadi

6pm Arabian Triple Crown Round-1 Listed (PA) Dh230,000 (T) 1,600m

Winner Hameem, Adrie de Vries, Abdallah Al Hammadi

6.30pm Wathba Stallions Cup Handicap (PA) Dh70,000 (T) 1,400m

Winner Shoja’A Muscat, Szczepan Mazur, Ibrahim Al Hadhrami

7pm Maiden (PA) Dh80,000 (T) 1,200m

Winner Heros De Lagarde, Szczepan Mazur, Ibrahim Al Hadhrami

7.30pm Handicap (TB) Dh100,000 (T) 2,400m

Winner Good Tidings, Antonio Fresu, Musabah Al Muhairi

The specs

Engine: 2.0-litre 4cyl turbo

Power: 261hp at 5,500rpm

Torque: 405Nm at 1,750-3,500rpm

Transmission: 9-speed auto

Fuel consumption: 6.9L/100km

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