Celebrating Shabbat is something that is special and appreciated all around the world. Scott Leonard relays the experience of members of B'nai Baghdad, in Iraq:

"Shabbat is special here because we get to enjoy an hour or two of normalcy. People gather from across the International Zone for a Shabbat service, a chance to share their experiences from the past week, enjoy a healthy discussion of the weekly parashah, and dinner.  Our congregation includes many people that would probably not meet each other without the common bond of Judaism and a desire to maintain some traditions in this place. B'nai Baghdad congregants include members of US Military, State Department, Contractors, Australian Army, and anyone else who seeks the unique camaraderie offered every week."