Ramadan

The earth does not choose sides: when nature tries to outlast war - opinion

A deeper look into the region's languages and cultures reveals that, beneath political disputes, words and customs emerge from the same conceptual womb.

Iranians watch fireworks during the Wednesday Fire feast, or Chaharshanbe Suri, held annually on the last Wednesday eve before the Spring holiday of Nowruz, in Tehran, on March 18, 2025.
 SHEIKH MOHAMMED Sharif Odeh and Rabbi David Metzger appear on a billboard near Haifa with a message that reads: 'Though we are different, all religions advance coexistence.'

Why compassion between Jews and Muslims must outlast war - opinion

Participants in the event from the Jewish community of Damascus.

Syrian Jews in Damascus donate meat for iftar, support Muslim families in need during Ramadan

Iranians watch fireworks during the Wednesday Fire feast, or Chaharshanbe Suri, held annually on the last Wednesday eve before the Spring holiday of Nowruz, in Tehran, on March 18, 2025.

Eid, Nowruz, Nisan converge in 2026, blending faith, culture, renewal across the region


New Jersey school apologizes for anti-Israel Ramadan letter

The widely circulated note, which offered seemingly innocent information regarding the month of Ramadan, included some anti-Israel comments. 

A 'Welcome to New Jersey' sign

Gaza's displaced break their Ramadan fast with canned food in the rubble

With nearly all commercial food imports stopped, most Gaza residents are now entirely dependent on food aid. Many eat only at communal soup kitchens, including for their Ramadan iftar meal.

 Palestinians wait to receive food during the Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan, as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues, in Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip March 13, 2024.

Israel 'terrified' of West Bank during Ramadan, says Iranian Quds Commander

Iranian Quds Force Commander Esmail Qaani has lashed out at Israel, claiming that Israel is terrified of West Bank violence over Ramadan.

 Brigadier General Esmail Qaani, the head of the Revolutionary Guards' Quds Force, speaks during a ceremony marking the anniversary of the death of senior Iranian military commander Mohammad Hejazi, in Tehran, Iran April 14, 2022.

Food, watches, and more: What Israel's prisoners demand for Ramadan

Ktzi'ot Prison detainees asked for 24/7 warm water, food, blankets, and watches to monitor Ramadan fasting times; the Israel Prison Service will address the requests in court.

 Requesting Qurans, food at a "reasonable level," and 24-hour access to warm water.

Jordan's Queen Rania: Israel had one October 7, the Palestinians have had 156

Throughout the interview, Queen Rania places the blame on Israel, arguing that Israel is responsible for cutting the people of Gaza off from basic necessities such as food, fuel, and water. 

 Jordan's Queen Rania looks on during the royal wedding of Jordan's Crown Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif, in Amman, Jordan, June 1, 2023.

Massive wave of cyberattacks strike Israeli websites

A significant increase began in October 2023, coinciding with Hamas's attack on Israel, moving Israel to the top rank globally for countries targeted last year.

 Cyber Attack. Illustration

Israel's Sharia court chief: Ramadan is an opportunity to strengthen our partnership - interview

In a sit-down with The Jerusalem Post, the Qadi of the High Sharia Court of Appeals speaks on the holy month for Muslims and the opportunity for interfaith dialogue.

 Muslim worshippers take part in the evening 'Tarawih' prayers during of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, at Al-Aqsa compound, known to Jews as Temple Mount, in Jerusalem’s Old City March 10, 2024.

Khartoum's struggle: Residents face a bleak Ramadan amid ongoing conflict

The ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, which began on April 15, 2023, has resulted in over 13,000 deaths and a humanitarian crisis.

 Smoke rises over the city as army and paramilitaries clash in power struggle, in Khartoum, Sudan, April 15, 2023

Sara Netanyahu appeals to mother of Qatar emir for hostage release

Netanyahu wrote, "Ramadan, a time for compassion and generosity, reminds us of the strength we hold when we come together to uphold the values of peace and humanity."

 Sara Netanyahu, Wife of Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu seen at the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations in Jerusalem, on February 16, 2020.

FM Israel Katz addresses Muslims in Israel and around the world as Ramadan begins

"Hamas is trying to present our war as a war against Muslims. This is a lie. Our war is against murderers of children who distort Islam to justify their barbarism," Katz explained.

Foreign Minister Israel Katz wishes a blessed Ramadan holiday to Muslims in Israel and around the world.