Ramadan

What is Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam? - explainer

Although many non-Muslims see the main focus of the month in daily fasting, Islam encourages its followers to better themselves through different means, including increased prayer and charity.

Muslim worshippers pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem’s Old City, marking the beginning of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan, February 17, 2026.
Muslim worshippers attend the last Friday prayers of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, at Al-Aqsa compound, also known to Jews as Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, March 28, 2025.

Israel to allow up to 10,000 Palestinians to ascend Temple Mount per day during Ramadan

A Palestinian woman shops as she prepares for the holy fasting month of Ramadan, in Gaza City, February 17, 2026.

Israeli suppliers empty out inventories selling sweets, soft drinks to Gaza for Ramadan

Muslim worshippers attend the last Friday prayers of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, at Al-Aqsa compound, also known to Jews as Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, March 28, 2025.

Jerusalem Police complete Ramadan preparations, vow to maintain status quo on Temple Mount


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.

First night of Ramadan marred by crowding, scuffle in Jerusalem

Police and the Shin Bet uncovered a Hamas-linked terrorist group in Sakhnin, issuing charges against 13 suspects.

Muslim worshippers take part in the evening 'Tarawih' prayers during of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, in front of the Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem’s Old City March 10, 2024.

Ben-Gvir: Police can't deal with Temple Mount traffic, cabinet must convene

Warns that even after ‘incredible efforts of the police, there are significant gaps in the ability to implement the prime minister’s decision without endangering human life’

 Head of the Otzma Yehudit party MK Itamar Ben Gvir at a special committee in the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on December 18, 2022.

What’s next for Gaza? Either a hostage return or Rafah campaign

Gantz: "Hamas has a choice – they can surrender, release the hostages, and the citizens of Gaza will be able to celebrate the holy holiday of Ramadan."

  Israeli soldiers operate outside Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis in this photograph released by the IDF on February 18, the date on which the hospital – one of the largest in the southern Gaza Strip – stopped functioning.

Accepting Muslim violence during Ramadan insults the majority of world Muslims - opinion

It is equally true that Ramadan frequently has been celebrated with an orgy of Muslim, especially Palestinian, violence. Ramadan is exploited as an excuse for ramped-up holy war against Israel.

 THEN-PRIME MINISTER Golda Meir is accompanied by defense minister Moshe Dayan, as they meet with IDF soldiers on the Golan Heights during the 1973 Yom Kippur War. Egypt and Syria launched an attack against Israel on Yom Kippur – during the month of Ramadan.

'Religious triggers may lead to escalation': Ceasefire hopes fade before Ramadan

Ceasefire hopes between Israel and Hamas fade as Ramadan approaches, with tensions high, and international pressure mounts on Israel amid concerns of escalating violence and a humanitarian crisis.

 A view of the al-Aqsa compound, also known to Jews as the Temple Mount, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, in Jerusalem's Old City March 7, 2024.

Why is an Israel-Hamas ceasefire urgent?

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 Israelis protest calling for the release of Israelis held kidnapped by Hamas terrorists in Gaza outside the U.S. Embassy Branch Office in Tel Aviv, March 5, 2024.

Israel's National Security Council calls on public to 'act responsibly' when traveling on Ramadan

"This period [Ramadan] has a unique religious meaning in the Muslim world. Muslim terrorist organizations see Ramadan as an opportunity to carry out attacks and acts of violence," the statement read.

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators set fire to an Israeli flag during a rally to mark the annual al-Quds Day (Jerusalem Day), during the holy month of Ramadan in Istanbul, Turkey April 14, 2023.

Ex-police official: 'Ben-Gvir may ignite conflict during Ramadan'

Arieh Amit, a former high-ranking police officer, discussed how the Israel Police can manage the issue of Ramadan and the Temple Mount, highlighting concerns over Minister Ben-Gvir's conduct.

 Israeli minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir at a  press conference with Israeli Chief of Police Kobi Shabtai (unseen) at the Ministry of National Security in Jerusalem, on January 24, 2023.