Iraqi Kurds mark Mawlid al-Nabi holiday celebrating birthday of Islam's Prophet Muhammad

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Irbil, Iraq, 4 September 2025
1. Drone shot of people gathered to celebrate Mawlid al-Nabi, marking the birthday of Islam's Prophet Muhammad
2. People waving Islamic flags by the citadel
3. SOUNDBITE (Kurdish) Resident from Irbil:
"On this day, we hope for peace to prevail in the world, especially for the Muslims in Gaza, who are facing great injustice. We hope the war against them will end. May God support them and grant them victory."
4. Various of people gathered for the event in city centre
5. SOUNDBITE (Kurdish) Businessman from Irbil:
"On this blessed day, people distribute sweets, juices and water — each according to their means. They do it voluntarily because it is such a blessed day."
6. Man taking sweets from tray
7. Drone shots of people in Irbil City centre
STORYLINE:
Thousands of Iraqi Kurds gathered in Irbil on Thursday to mark the birthday of Islam's Prophet Muhammad in Iraq’s semi-autonomous Kurdish region.

The city center was filled with religious chants and the beat of drums during the celebrations.

Crowds gathered at the historic citadel, where a massive sign bearing the name “Muhammad” was displayed.

Mawlid al-Nabi, meaning the birth of the prophet, is a public holiday and has been celebrated in Iraq for centuries.

Traditional desserts and pastries made for the occasion differ from country to country.

Muslims around the world observe Mawlid on the 12th of Rabi’ al-Awwal, though the exact day varies depending on the lunar calendar.

The Prophet is believed to have died on the same date as his birth, at the age of 63.

Mawlid al-Nabi is a public holiday in several Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh and parts of India.

AP video shot by Rashid Yahya

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