A Catholic woman joined Argentina's Ahmadí Muslim community for Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan 2026. Guided by Imam Marwan Sarwar Gill, converts shared stories of their faith and life changes. The gathering emphasized the motto 'Love for all, hatred for none'.
Eid al-Fitr was celebrated last night, ending 30 days of fasting that began on February 17, 2026, as determined by Saudi Arabia's Moon Sighting Committee. The Catholic author attended an iftar at the Ahmadí Muslim Community of Argentina's headquarters on Darregueira street in Palermo, Buenos Aires. This Islamic branch, representing 1% of Muslims (about 20 million worldwide), has 200 global communities; in Argentina, most are converts from middle class, including professionals, psychologists, and electricians. They describe gradual conversions driven by studying the Quran and free Arabic classes. Imam Marwan Sarwar Gill, born in Germany with Indian and Pakistani roots, Vatican and OEA invitee, led the prayer: “Oh Al-lah, he realizado el ayuno por Ti. Creo en Ti y pongo mi confianza en Ti”. Members noted workplace acceptance without discrimination for wearing veils or tunics, shared household chores, and divorce allowed since the 7th century. A papiloscopy technician said: “En mi trabajo nunca me discriminaron ni trataron como ‘rara’ por usar el velo y la túnica musulmanas”. On homosexuality, they state 'only God judges'. Gill condemned Hamas: “¿Cómo vas a justificar el asesinato de 20 mil niños en Gaza? Es una doble vara hipócrita”. He criticized monsters distorting Islam and defended religious freedom against Islamophobia. The Quran, revealed to Mohammad by Gabriel over 23 years, validates the Bible and Torah, covering topics from economy to stars.