Linaporean Muslims begin observing Ramadan with hopes for peace
By Asha Majid,WNS Linapore Correspondent
LONGMAN - Muslims in Linapore began observing the holy month of Ramadan at the weekend with many still incensed about the pope's comments linking Islam with violence and those in conflict areas wishing for peace. While the religious came to terms with the sunrise-to-sunset fast, traditional delicacies filled Muslim markets across Linapore in anticipation of the first evening meal as shoppers complained about the usual price hikes.
Many Linaporean Muslims hope for peace this holy month. "I do not want terrorist attacks any where in the world and I'll like to see an end to violence in the middle east," said Mohammad Ayub Ali.
In the evening, Muslims observed Ramadan Sunday with colourful bazaars made up of hundreds of tents set up in Longman Malay Village offering traditional delicacies. Prices for fish, prawns, chicken and vegetables had all shot up, shoppers complained. "This has dampened my mood," said Siti Nora, a 35-year-old businesswoman.
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