Ramadan

He was detained during Ramadan. Eight days later, his family collected his body.

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Sayed Mohammed Al-Mousawi disappeared in Bahrain after leaving a shisha cafe where he broke his Ramadan fast with his cousin and a friend. It was past midnight, in the early hours of March 19. Eight days later, his family received a call to collect his corpse. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access … Read more

Faith leaders seek access to ICE detention centers during Lent and Ramadan

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The long-held practice of faith leaders ministering to detained migrants has become far more contentious — and consequential — as detention numbers soar across the United States during the federal government’s immigration crackdown. Clergy are pushing for more access at detention centers, especially during the ongoing holy seasons of Lent and Ramadan. After celebrating an … Read more