Hyderabad, March 4 -- Hundreds of Muslims from all ethnic backgrounds gathered in New York City's Times Square and offered Taraweeh prayers, special prayers performed after breaking the fast during the month of Ramzan.

This event was organised by Muslim social media influencerSQ in collaboration with Muslims Giving Back and Droplets of Mercy.

Videos of the congregational prayers have surfaced on social media, showing the worshippers offering a prayer in the heart of New York City, the city's busiest artery and making an emotional supplication.

This Taraweeh prayer event marks the third consecutive year. In 2022, Muslims performed Taraweeh prayers for the first time in US history at Times Square. Last year, 2,000 iftar meals were served...