Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr holiday amid joy and tragedy

A little girl poses for a portrait after Eid Al-Fitr prayers in Bucharest, Romania (Andreea Alexandru/AP)

The holiday of Eid al-Fitr has ushered in a day of prayers and joy for Muslims around the world.

The celebration was marred by tragedy amid the explosion of conflict in Sudan, while in other countries it came against the backdrop of hopes for a better future.