Historical event held; 10 Downing Street resounded with the recitation of the Holy Quran and the call to prayer

London: A historic ceremony was held at 10 Downing Street, the official residence of the Prime Minister of Great Britain, where after the first recitation of the Holy Quran, the call to prayer sounded and Muslims broke the fast as guests.

An iftar dinner was also organized at Lancaster House of the British Foreign Office. Prominent UK-based Muslim leaders were invited to both venues and special arrangements were made for adhan, namaz and recitation of the Holy Quran.

Conservative Party Chairman Greg Hands welcomed guests to 10 Downing Street and acknowledged the contribution of Muslims to Britain’s development. He praised Islam as a religion of peace and security, adding that Ramadan has now become part of the religious and social culture of Britain.

At the first Iftar dinner held at Lancaster House, British Foreign Secretary Kimi Badenoch and Business Minister Lord Johnson addressed the participants. He congratulated the audience on Ramadan and paid tribute to the Muslim community living in the UK.

The ministers expressed their determination to make London the center of Islamic finance in the world. The Imam of Al-Azhar University, Egypt, Sheikh Hani Saad Mahmoud, was the special guest of the ceremony and he enlightened the hearts of all the attendees with his recitation of the Holy Quran.

The highlight of both the events were the traditional Pakistani cuisine prepared by renowned chef Sulaiman Raza and Spice Village. The guests appreciated the delicious food and the hospitality of the organizers.