Approximately 500 people gathered at twilight for Iftar in the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church in Molenbeek, Belgium, as part of the district's bid to become the European Capital of Culture in 2030. The event marked the ninth anniversary of the Brussels bombings and aimed to promote cultural diversity and inclusion. Jasmine del Monte emphasized the significance of hosting Iftar in a church as a symbol of unity among different religions and cultures. The candidacy theme is 'Sadaka,' meaning generosity and solidarity, highlighting the importance of connecting people amid rising political polarization. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)