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."

 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

 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

 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


Israel to limit Palestinian visiting rights at Temple Mount during Ramadan

The decision was agreed upon at the end of a meeting on the issue between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, and more.

View of the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem's Old City, February 17, 2024

Israel's war on Hamas could continue during Ramadan, Gantz warns

"There will not be a ceasefire for even one day until our hostages are returned," Benny Gantz told the country in a public address.

 MINISTER-WITHOUT-PORTFOLIO Benny Gantz attends a news conference at the Defense Ministry in Tel Aviv, in December. Gantz is undoubtedly one of the most responsible politicians in Israel; for him, the State of Israel is truly above all, the writer maintains.

Hamas' foreshadowed October 7 in TV show on Ramadan

A drama series aired on Palestinian television during Ramadan 2022 depicted events that eerily foreshadowed the Black Sabbath massacre. 

 From the Hamas series

Jerusalem resident dies due to wounds sustained in Temple Mount clashes - report

The Jerusalem resident was injured in clashes that erupted amid the tensions leading up to Operation Guardian of the Walls.

Israeli riot police clash with Palestinian worshippers at the Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem Old City on May 7, 2021.

Singapore executes woman for drug offense in a 20-year first 

Djamani was the second person to be executed in Singapore this week over a drug offense, as 57-year-old Mohd Aziz bin Hussain had been executed a few days prior.

Drugs [illustrative]

Letters to the Editor May 1, 2023: Israel’s prerogative

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

 Letters

Rising inflation threatens Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Pakistan

Pakistan's inflation rate jumped to 35.4% in March 2023—the highest it has been in almost 50 years.

 Muslims attend Eid al-Fitr prayers to mark the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, in Karachi, Pakistan April 22, 2023.

‘Eidiya,’ visits, and new clothes: The most prominent aspects of Eid in the GCC

The Eid al-Fitr holiday extends for more than three days in Gulf countries. However, the first day is usually devoted to family visits.

 PALESTINIANS ATTEND Eid al-Fitr prayers this week at al-Aqsa.

At least 78 killed in stampede during Ramadan event in Yemen

Hundreds of people had crowded into a school to receive financial donations, which amounted to 5,000 Yemeni riyals, or about $9 per person,

 Abandoned footwear and other belongings lie on the ground after a stampede in Sanaa, Yemen, April 19, 2023, in this still image taken from video.

Finding meaning together with Jews, Muslims and President Herzog - opinion

Ultimately, our religions are different but our God is one and we share our common humanity.

 THE WRITER addresses the Iftar gathering as President Isaac Herzog (center) and Michal Herzog listen