Ramadan

London mayor accused of spreading 'Hamas propaganda' in Ramadan message

The London mayor cited Hamas figures on the Gaza death count and claimed the deaths were "betrayals of humanity."

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan speaks at the London Tech Week in London, Britain, June 12, 2023.
RELIGIOUS LEADERS take part in the third annual Children of Abraham interfaith iftar meal, near the Dead Sea, on March 25, 2025.

An iftar for all: Israelis, Palestinians come together in shared hope for peace - opinion

What took place on this day was not just an ordinary iftar but a courageous step toward a future defined by dialogue instead of violence, and cooperation instead of hostility.

|ByMOHAMAD M. JAMOUS
HUNDREDS OF Gazans chant anti-Hamas slogans, calling for an end to the war with Israel, in Beit Lahiya, Gaza Strip, last week. There was no holding back as they screamed, ‘Hamas, get out,’ the writer reports.

Anti-Hamas Gaza protests face uphill battle with no leadership, allies, or leverage - analysis

Anti-Hamas protests gained fuel when Hamas went to ground on March 18. Now, they face a crossroads. 

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
A woman poses next to an Iranian flag and photo of the Persian Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, during a protest on the day of the Munich Security Conference, in Munich, Germany February 17, 2023.

Why Iranians embrace Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi: Nowruz vs Ramadan, Pahlavi vs Khamenei - opinion

During the New Year celebration Nowruz, Iranians chose their old traditions, while the regime imposed mourning for Imam Ali. More and more, slogans for Reza Pahlavi as leader of a secular Iran.

|ByAFSHIN ELLIAN

Israel will pay a 'heavy price' for strikes, Iranian president says

Iranian President speaks to Iraq about escalation in the region and bilateral ties

APRIL 4, 2024BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Supporters of Iraqi Shi'ite armed groups watch a televised speech by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, ahead of Al-Quds (Jerusalem) Day, in Baghdad, Iraq, April 3, 2024.

'Stop it now': US first lady Jill Biden to president on Gaza - report

The White House was quick to assure the press that the first lady's words expressed pain over the deaths of civilians but not a request that the Biden administration change policy.

APRIL 4, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
U.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden await the arrival of Jordan's King Abdullah, Queen Rania and Crown Prince Hussein, at the White House in Washington, U.S., February 12, 2024.

White House hosts muted Ramadan event as Biden's Israel policy draws anger

White House Ramadan event scaled down amid Gaza policy criticism, Muslim leaders are frustrated with Biden's administration.

APRIL 3, 2024ByREUTERS
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks on a phone following an event marking National Small Business Week, in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, U.S., May 1, 2023.

Muslim-American comic calls to free Gaza hostages, 'free Palestine' on SNL

Ramy Youssef called for freedom of the captives, before commenting on a friend's dog in a "custody battle," almost delegitimizing the request for hostage freedom.

MARCH 31, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Ramy Youssef poses on the red carpet during the Oscars arrivals at the 96th Academy Awards in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, US, March 10, 2024

ISIS calls for Ramadan massacre of Christians and Jews by 'lone wolves'

 Al-Ansari proceeded to reach out to “lone wolves” on Telegram, urging them to “target Christians and Jewish people, especially in the US, Europe, and Israel during the holy month of Ramadan.”

MARCH 31, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A MEMBER of ISIS waves the group’s flag in Raqqa

Israeli delegation heads for Egypt on Sunday to hear new hostage deal - report

Israeli officials negotiate hostage deal amid internal divisions and public discontent over strategy, with Mossad proposing creative solutions.

MARCH 30, 2024ByEVE YOUNG, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
DEFENSE MINISTER Yoav Gallant arrives for a meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the State Department in Washington, on Monday. ‘Calling off the Hanegbi-Dermer delegation is political window dressing by the prime minister,’ a White House aide argued.

Israel Police secure Temple Mount, Old City holy sites in preparation for influx of worshipers

Throughout the day, 11 suspects were arrested in the Old City for a variety of offenses, all of which were non-violent.

MARCH 29, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Police officers securing the Old City in Jerusalem before Ramadan Friday prayers, March 29, 2024.

DC synagogue hosts iftar meal in show of solidarity between Jews, Muslims

Synagogue Rabbi Weinblatt noted that this year, on this day, both Jews and Muslims fasted as the iftar event coincides with the Fast of Ester. He said, "I pray our fast may make us hungry for peace."

MARCH 24, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
People gather at a vigil to mourn for the victims of the Christchurch mosque attack in New Zealand at Washington Square Park, New York City.

Hamas and Hezbollah's ideal scenario: Ramadan attacks fueling violence - opinion

Police must be vigilant and sensitive in their reactions as factors may escalate tensions, leading to a potential security crisis in the region.

MARCH 24, 2024By EHUD YATOM
Temple Mount

Voices from the Arab press: Will Israel find opportunity to strike Iran nuke facility?

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

MARCH 23, 2024ByTHE MEDIA LINE
PROTESTING THE Iranian regime with flags and a huge inflated figure representing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei holding a nuclear bomb, near the Munich Security Conference venue, Feb. 16.