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Muslim women offer first Tarawih prayers to mark the start of the Islamic holy fasting month of Ramadan, at Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Banda Aceh on February 28, 2025.
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Ramadan

Ramadan is one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims. In 2025, it begins on the evening of February 28 and is expected to end on the evening of March 30.

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A clown (R) entertains a crowd of Muslims gathered in front of the Dome of the Rock shrine in Jerusalem's Al-Agsa Mosque compound to celebrate the Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan

Amid Eid festivities, Muslims in Jerusalem hope for peace

DW spoke with worshippers in Jerusalem about their hopes as they celebrated the end of Ramadan.
ReligionMarch 30, 202501:07 min
Palestinians shop for the upcoming Eid al-Fitr at a local market in Khan Yunis, two children hold balloons

Palestinians in Gaza celebrate Eid amid ruins

In Gaza, this will be the second Eid al-Fitr since the start of the Israel-Hamas war.
SocietyMarch 29, 202501:59 min
Hindus prepare and serve iftar meals for their Muslim friends at the historic Wallajah Mosque in the southern Indian city of Chennai

Ramadan unites India's Hindus, Muslims in Chennai

In an act of unity, Hindus prepare and serve iftar meals for their Muslim friends at the historic Wallajah Mosque.
SocietyMarch 28, 202502:29 min
Muslim men gather to offer first Friday prayers during Ramadan at the Tanah Abang Textile Market in Jakarta, Indonesia

Fact check: Are Muslims harassing non-fasters in Indonesia?

A viral video claims to show Christians being harassed in Indonesia for not observing Ramadan. A DW fact check.
PoliticsMarch 12, 2025
People gather to break their fast on the first day of the holy Muslim month of Ramadan in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip. They break their fast among the rubble of collapsed buildings that were destroyed during the war between Israel and Hamas.

Muslims all over the world celebrate Ramadan

Hundreds of millions of Muslims celebrate Ramadan — but under very different circumstances.
CultureMarch 3, 202510 images
Two children pass each other trays of food for iftar, the fast-breaking evening meal during Ramadan. They are surrounded by rubble.

Gazans fearful after Israel's blocking of humanitarian aid

Israel halted aid to Gaza to pressure Hamas to accept its proposal for the next phase of the ceasefire.
ConflictsMarch 3, 202502:21 min
Palestinians sit at a large table surrounded by the rubble of destroyed homes and buildings as they gather for iftar, the fast-breaking meal, on the first day of Ramadan in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip, Saturday, March 1, 2025

Ramadan begins for Muslims worldwide

This holy fasting month feels different for Gazans in their second amid war and Syrians in their first post-Assad era.
ReligionMarch 2, 202502:03 min
Indonesian Muslim women pray at the Baiturrahman Grand Mosque in Banda Aceh

Muslims across the world set to begin Ramadan

Shiite Iran will celebrate the festival from Sunday, unlike Sunnis who will mostly start on Saturday.
ReligionMarch 1, 2025
A Muslim faithful celebrates during the Eid al-Fitr festival, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, in Kaduna, Nigeria

Muslims worldwide celebrate end of Ramadan with Eid al-Fitr

Muslims around the world mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan with Eid al-Fitr
ReligionApril 10, 202411 images
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AfricaLink on Air — 10 April 2024

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PoliticsApril 10, 202430:00 min
Muslim worshippers take part in the Eid prayers in Qatar on April 10, 2024

Eid al-Fitr: Muslims mark the end of Ramadan holy month

Muslims across the world, including in Germany, are celebrating after a month of fasting and prayer.
ReligionApril 10, 2024
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Spectators watch as a batsman waits to hit a ball at a street night cricket match in Karachi, Pakistan

In Pakistan, Ramadan brings late-night cricket to life

During the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, staying up all night to play street cricket is a longstanding tradition.
SocietyApril 1, 202402:08 min
An unidentified player and Ahmet Arslan (right) standing beside a training net

How does a pro footballer deal with Ramadan?

Ramadan poses particular challenges for Muslim professional footballer Ahmet Arslan, despite a tolerant atmosphere.
SportsMarch 25, 2024
Women collect free bags of flour from a government distribution point in Lahore on April 2, 2023

Pakistan's economic crisis impacts Ramadan celebrations

Ramadan celebrations in Pakistan have been muted this year, hit by an ongoing and crippling economic crisis.
BusinessMarch 22, 202402:19 min
Muslims have a sunset meal in a mosque complex in Baghdad.

Why more non-Muslims are taking part in Ramadan

In the Middle East, it's not unusual for non-Muslims to take part in Ramadan. Now more in the West are also joining in.
SocietyMarch 19, 2024
A Palestinian child plays with a sparkler in Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip.

Ramadan: Muslim holy month in pictures

Muslims all over the world celebrate the holy month of Ramadan with religious services, fasting and evening festivities.
ReligionMarch 14, 202410 images
Two women visit the Global Village, a shopping, dining and entertainment complex in Dubai, on the eve of Eid al-Fitr which ends the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, on April 20, 2023.

Ramadan: How are influencers changing the Muslim holiday?

Some say influencers are ruining the Muslim holiday, while others argue they could be a force for positive change.
TechnologyMarch 13, 2024
A wooden cross lies on a Bible while a wooden crescent lies on a Quran

Religion in Africa: High tolerance for other faiths

Muslims and Christians in sub-Saharan Africa have a long history of religious tolerance, particularly in Sierra Leone.
ReligionMarch 12, 2024
Senegal | Beginn Ramadan 2024

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PoliticsMarch 11, 202429:59 min
Videostill of host George Okach standing in front of a collage of a painting of Jesus and a photo of a mosque

Ramadan and Lent share fasting, other similarities

Religious fasting is a spiritual practice that unites Muslims, Christians and many other faiths all over the world.
ReligionMarch 11, 202402:09 min
Palestinians prepare for iftar, the fast-breaking dinner during Ramadan amid destruction

Ramadan: Gaza war leaves Palestinians little to celebrate

For many Palestinians, this year's holy month of Ramadan is likely to be a somber one.
ConflictsMarch 10, 2024
Two Yemini women in black burqas converse at a food stall on the street

Yemen: Locals count higher costs of Ramadan

Thanks to war and now a maritime blockade, Yemeni locals are increasingly worried about paying for the Ramadan holiday.
PoliticsMarch 10, 202402:27 min
Israeli artillery unit fires shell from Israel towards Lebanon, Thursday, January 11, 2024

Lebanese seek end to border battles by Ramadan

As Ramadan nears, Lebanese people hope fighting between Hezbollah's military wing and the Israeli army doesn't escalate.
ConflictsMarch 9, 202402:10 min
An as yet unlit sign saying Happy Ramadan in central Frankfurt

Germany: Ramadan lights to go up in Frankfurt for first time

The German city of Frankfurt will celebrate the Muslim holy month of Ramadan by illuminating a main high street.
ReligionMarch 6, 2024
South Sudan celebrate

South Sudan's basketballers qualify for the Olympics

Former NBA star Luol Deng built a team from the diaspora that has brought joy to the world's youngest country.
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Swiss leading Islamic scholar Tariq Ramadan arrives at the Geneva court house on May 24

Tariq Ramadan acquitted in Swiss sex abuse trial

The renowned Islamic scholar and former Oxford University professor was accused of rape and sexual coercion.
Law and JusticeMay 24, 2023
Muslim worshippers performing the last night of Taraweeh prayer in Ramadan around (Kaaba), the holiest shrine in the Grand Mosque complex in Saudi Arabia's holy city of Mecca

Eid al-Fitr to start for Sunni Muslims while Shiites wait

Sunni Muslims marked the end of Ramadan at sunset on Thursday. The holiday will start on Saturday for Shiite Muslims.
ReligionApril 21, 2023
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Sharing Ramadan meals in sustainable packaging

Fast-breaking meals distributed to the needy during Ramadan are served in environmentally-friendly containers.
InnovationApril 17, 202302:24 min
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Indonesian gay Christian embraces Java Muslims

He helps thousands of low-income farmers and the Muslim community gather at his house to break the fast during Ramadan.
SocietyApril 17, 202303:50 min
People leave after collecting free bags of flour from a government distribution point

Pakistan: Inflation dampens Ramadan spirit

The fasting month of Ramadan has hit Pakistanis particularly hard this year amid record inflation and tightened budgets.
SocietyApril 11, 2023
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ReligionApril 7, 2023
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At least nine people were killed in a crowd crush in Pakistan's southern city of Karachi on March 31 as a Ramadan alms donation sparked a stampede in the inflation-hit nation, officials said.

Pakistan: Stampede at food donation center leaves 11 dead

Hundreds of women and children had gathered outside a factory to collect food when the tragedy unfolded.
SocietyMarch 31, 2023
People visit Qishla building after iftar meal during Ramadan in Baghdad

Middle East: Why are Ramadan TV specials so controversial?

Every year, some of the new TV series released during Ramadan cause controversy. Media analysts say they know why.
CultureMarch 31, 2023
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Ramadan 2023

Ramadan is observed by Muslims worldwide, who fast daily, then celebrate and pray with their families.
ReligionMarch 25, 2023
Saudi Arabia's new Kaaba-style commercial cube in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia rebranding, as Ramadan 2023 approaches

New national holidays and a strict new set of Ramadan rules point toward a national identity less anchored to religion.
PoliticsMarch 10, 2023
Muslims bow during Eid al-Fitr prayer at the Addis Ababa Stadium in Ethiopia

Ethiopian police fire tear gas during Eid celebrations

Clashes broke out at Eid celebrations in Addis Ababa after police fired tear gas into the crowd.
ReligionMay 2, 2022
People shopping at a market in Sanaa, Yemen

Muslims worldwide prepare for Eid al-Fitr

As Ramadan, the month of fasting, draws to a close, Muslims worldwide are gearing up for family celebrations.
ReligionMay 1, 202210 images
German Development Minister Svenja Schulze visits a community kitchen in Beirut

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After years of political and financial crises, Lebanese people are now also in danger of going hungry.
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Palestinians clash with Israeli security forces at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem's Old City Friday, April 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean)

Scores injured in Israeli-Palestinian clash in Jerusalem

At least 152 people were wounded after Israeli police clashed with Palestinians at the Al-Aqsa mosque complex.
PoliticsApril 15, 2022
View of Jerusalem

Passover, Easter, Ramadan 2022 fall simultaneously

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ReligionApril 15, 2022
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Jerusalem on edge amid religious celebrations

Major holidays for Jerusalem's Jews, Christians and Muslims are being overshadowed by fresh tensions and clashes.
ConflictsApril 15, 2022
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Delhi's old city is again full of festivities for Ramadan.

Delhi's old city is again full of festivities for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, following two years of shutdowns.
SocietyApril 13, 202203:10 min
Aid arriving in the port of Hodeida

Yemen peace talks: The end of years of civil war?

With the Houthi militia remaining on the sidelines, there's limited hope for the upcoming peace talks.
PoliticsApril 8, 2022
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Rising prices a worry ahead of Ramadan

As Muslims across the world prepare for Ramadan, rising food prices are an issue.
BusinessApril 4, 202202:20 min
A street in Cairo with Ramadan lights and lanterns at night

Ramadan 2022: Back to normal, almost

While most countries eased restrictions to near pre-pandemic times, inflation and shortages cast new shadows on Ramadan
PoliticsApril 2, 2022
DRC policemen

DRC: 30 people handed death sentence after police killing

Dozens of police were injured and one officer was killed this week as rival Muslim factions clashed in Kinshasa.
PoliticsMay 16, 2021
A Palestinian youth performs a back flip at the Damascus Gate to the Old City of Jerusalem as people gather for Eid al-Fitr

Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr as Ramadan ends

Muslims around the world are coming together to celebrate Eid al-Fitr ⁠— despite the pandemic and violent conflicts.
ReligionMay 13, 202111 images
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier

German president thanks Muslims for Eid lockdown patience

The president expressed regret that COVID restrictions have separated Muslims from family and friends for a second year.
PoliticsMay 12, 2021