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Taraweeh prayers at Times Square
Muslim worshippers hold the "Taraweeh" evening prayer of Ramadan at Times Square in New York City, US, February 20, 2026. Photo: Reuters/Eduardo Munoz
Hundreds of Muslims gathered in New York’s Times Square on Friday (US time) to break their fast and perform Taraweeh prayers in the heart of the city.
The annual event, organised by Wayoflifesq, saw the distribution of around 1,500 meals and 1,200 Qurans in multiple languages.
The gathering drew attention from tourists and locals alike, with many stopping to watch and record the moment on their phones.
Photos: Reuters/Eduardo Munoz
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