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Ayatollah Khamenei Pardons, Commutes Sentences of 615 Inmates

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has pardoned or reduced the prison terms of 615 Iranian prisoners convicted by various courts.

Rouhani Congratulates Islamic States on Eid al-Adha

President Hassan Rouhani in separate messages to leaders of the Islamic states congratulated them on Eid al-Adha, hoping that Muslims will overcome hostilities and extremism by embracing valuable characteristics of the prophets.

Eid al-Adha Traditions among Muslims

Millions of Muslims worldwide will celebrate Eid al-Adha the festival that marks the end of the Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, known as the hajj, which is one of the five pillars of Islam.

Ceremony to Replace Holy Kaaba’s Covering Held in Mecca ahead of Eid

A ceremony to replace the Holy Kaaba’s covering, known as the Kiswa, with a new one began in Mecca on Sunday, ahead of Eid al-Adha.

Month Dhu al-Hijjah

Dhu al-Hijjah (Dhul Hijjah) is the twelfth and final month in the Islamic Lunar Calendar, marking the end of the year. This is the last sacred month in which fighting was forbidden. It is also known as Zilhaj, Zulhijjah, Zul Hijjah.

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