[1/5] Muslims perform a mass prayer at a mosque during Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, April 22, 2023. REUTERS/Hasnoor HussainJAKARTA, April 22 (Reuters) - Muslims in Indonesia and Malaysia gathered in large groups to usher in the Eid al-Fitr festival on Saturday, relieved to be able to celebrate freely after the lifting of most COVID-19 restrictions. "I'm very happy that we're free (of COVID curbs) now," said Laila, 35, who goes by one name like many Indonesians. In neighbouring Muslim-majority Malaysia, devotees also celebrated with families. Authorities in both countries have, however, urged the public to remain cautious amid reports of rising COVID cases.

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