Muslims in Dhaka, Bangladesh mark the start of the holy month of Ramadan under a nationwide lockdown to stem the spread of coronavirus, Saturday, April 25.
Bangladesh confirmed five more deaths and reported 418 new cases on Sunday, taking the official total number of positive cases to 5,416, including 145 deaths.
A nationwide lockdown is in place until May 5.
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many governments to order restrictions on travel, gathering and collective prayers during the Ramadan holiday. Around the world, mosques that worshippers swarm during Ramadan are expected to be empty or have limited attendance.
(Reuters/VOA)
