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25/02/2026
24/02/2026
King Charles III made history by hosting Tarawih prayers and a Ramadan Iftar at Buckingham Palace, highlighting the British monarchy’s engagement with Muslim communities.
On 2 March, King Charles III attended a historic Iftar meal at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. The event brought together over 350 Muslim guests in St George’s Hall, underscoring a significant step in interfaith relations and marking the first time a British monarch directly hosted such a gathering for Ramadan
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In addition to breaking the fast, the occasion also included Tarawih prayers, which are extra prayers performed by Muslims at night during Ramadan. The inclusion of these prayers at the royal residence was seen as a symbolic gesture of inclusivity and respect for Islamic traditions, and it drew attention worldwide due to its novelty in modern royal history
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King Charles III later issued a statement celebrating Eid, reflecting his ongoing recognition of Islamic festivals and the importance of interfaith engagement within the United Kingdom
GB News
. Observers noted that this step reinforces the monarchy’s commitment to diversity and its efforts to foster understanding among different religious communities.
Overall, the event was widely regarded as a historic moment for both the British monarchy and the UK Muslim community, demonstrating openness, interfaith dialogue, and the personal endorsement of King Charles III in acknowledging Islamic practices on a royal platform.
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