Ramadan

Lawsuit against Dearborn

Ramadan celebrated, Jewish holidays ignored

Dearborn, Michigan, defends its religious policies after a lawsuit alleges public funds favored Ramadan displays while Jewish and Christian holidays were ignored.

Muslim doctor caught smuggling 2,000-year-old coins at checkpoint

Under the pretext of Ramadan Temple Mount prayers: Muslim hospital doctor caught at the Hizma Checkpoint attempting to smuggle rare 2,000-year-old coins engraved in ancient Hebrew script into Israel.

Arab parties to Netanyahu: Remove limits on Temple Mount prayer

Hadash and Ta'al, two of the Knesset's Arab parties, claim unfair discrimination against Muslims wishing to visit Al-Aqsa Mosque, ignoring closure of workplaces and schools throughout Israel.

Ramadan event

Mamdani introduced by extremist who called to bomb Tel Aviv

New York City Mayor attends event at Staten Island Mosque, where he was introduced by Abdullah Akl, who called on Hamas to "strike Tel Aviv" and for "Intifada."

Herzog:

Peace achievable if countries stand together against Tehran

At Ramadan Iftar, President Herzog urges expansion of Abraham Accords, backs President Trump plan and warns of emergency over Arab society violence.

Why 2026 is the year Israel finally stopped fearing Ramadan

When Israel retreated from its holiest site during Ramadan, it fueled the hope that the Jewish state can eventually be pushed out of Jerusalem entirely. No more. Op-ed.

How Hamas works to incite unrest - from Turkey

Defense Minister Israel Katz signs order designating Hamas-linked networks as terror groups to curb online incitement during Ramadan.

No concessions approved as IDF maintains Ramadan operations

IDF Central Command remains on high alert during Ramadan, continuing counterterror operations and deploying 21 battalions across Judea and Samaria.

Herzog warns: Iran’s ruthless regime must end

At the CMCC, President Herzog accuses Iran’s regime of slaughtering thousands and calls for an end to its reign of terror during Ramadan remarks.

Ben-Gvir closes nationalist center in the Muslim Quarter

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir signed an order to close the "Burj AlLuqLuq" association's compound in the Muslim Quarter for six months. Police say incitement activities were held at the site.

Historic changes on the Temple Mount

Visiting hours for Jews ascending Temple Mount during Ramadan to be expanded.

Illegal construction demolitions - even during Ramadan

Over the past two years more than 700 demolition orders have been issued for buildings in neighborhoods in Jerusalem. Under Minister Ben‑Gvir's policy, demolitions are being carried out even during Ramadan.

MK Amit Halevi

Don't change Jewish prayers on Temple Mount during Ramadan

MK Amit Halevi went to the Temple Mount, attacked the decision to limit Jewish entry during the afternoon during Ramadan, and demanded that the existing order be maintained.

Ahead of Ramadan:

Ben Gvir visits terrorists' cells

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir conducted a tour of Ofer Prison this morning with the Commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yaakobi. "From the 'all-inclusive hotel' to real prisons."

Amine Ayoub:

Israel cannot afford a Hamas ‘Victory Picture’ during Ramadan

To allow a weakened, cornered Hamas to project an image of dominance in the heart of Jerusalem by alowing its flag to fly on the Temple Mount would be to grant them a strategic lifeline precisely when they must face the reality that their war aims have failed. Opinion.

Giulio Meotti:

Welcome to the West's self-cannibalization

"Decolonized" Xmas is one where the Nativity is a Eurocentric narrative that hides the “real” Jesus who, if he were here today, would join a “from the river to the sea” demonstration. Opinion.

Massive Ramadan terror attack in Jerusalem foiled

The terrorist prepared pipe bombs and knives to attack Jews in the capital during the month of Ramadan.

China:

Muslims forced to film themselves eating during Ramadan

Authorities from the Chinese government forced members of the Uyghur minority to prove that they are not fasting during Ramadan.

Ritchie Torres:

'Israel is a responsible guardian of the Abrahamic tradition

Democratic Congressmen notes how 80,000 Muslims were able to pray on the Temple Mount for the first day of Ramadan under Israeli rule while Jews were banned from the Western Wall under Jordanian rule.

Tibi quotes Halahkic teachings in response to kashrut uproar

After causing an uproar by using kosher Knesset dishes for a non-kosher Ramadan meal. MK Ahmad Tibi quotes "Rabbis for Tibi," says "Kahanist" government is "not kosher."

MK Tibi sets off halachic commotion in the Knesset

MK Ahmad Tibi (Ta'al) published a photo of him and other MKs eating outside food on Knesset dishes. Knesset Rabbi's office: The issue is under review.

'We won't tolerate terrorism and incitement'

'No PLO flags or protests supporting terrorism. Jews deserve freedom of movement, Jewish Quarter should not suffer during Ramadan,' Minister Ben Gvir clarifies.

Suspicious balloons launched from Palestinian villages

Israelis report detecting balloons lifting of from PA cities towards Israeli territory. The IDF claims that they are floating lanterns launched to celebrate Ramadan.

Temple Mount will close to Jews for over two weeks

Temple Mount to remain closed to Jews for last third of Ramadan, all three days of Eid al-Fitr, police dictate.

590 illegal infiltrators apprehended since Ramadan began

Border Police officers have apprehended 590 illegal infiltrators and 78 suspects who transported, employed, or housed them since the beginning of last week.

Giulio Meotti:

Ramadan instead of a Carnival: they call it multiculturalism

There must be a moment when we understand the logic of multicultural madness. And this should be one of them. Opinion.

Ramadan concessions:

Removal of checkpoints set up after terror attacks

Despite the recent escalation in the region, the IDF enacted a series of concessions in Judea and Samaria, including the removal of checkpoints and the prohibition of patrols in villages.

Zvi Yehezkeli:

'Palestinians turned Ramadan into a celebration of bloodshed'

Arab affairs analyst Zvi Yechezkeli explains the complexities of Ramadan in light of the ongoing war.

Mediators aim to extend ceasefire through Ramadan

Israel is in discussions with the United States to extend the ceasefire and release of hostages for another few weeks.

Ahead of Ramadan:

Hamas heats up battle over Temple Mount prayers

Hamas calls to combat Israel's 'plan' to limit number of worshippers at Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan.

Ahead of Ramadan:

Security forces recommend restricting access to Temple Mount

Security agencies recommend government restrict access to Temple Mount during month of Ramadan for men over 55, women over 50, and children under 12.

Released terrorists banned from Temple Mount during Ramadan

The Israel Police have banned released Hamas prisoners from Temple Mount, aiming to prevent conflicts during Ramadan.

Islamization: Ramadan in the churches of Euope

Europe’s churches have decided to commit suicide. The mages seem edited by artificial intelligence, they are so incredible. Opinion.

Philadelphia:

Three shot during Eid al-Fitr celebrations

Three people, including a teenage boy wounded by police, shot in incident at the end of Ramadan event in Philadelphia. Motive unknown at this time.

This is what they are chanting on the Temple Mount

Just so you know the focus of Ramadan prayers. Op-ed.

Ramadan:

Temple Mount closed to Jews

For the third consecutive year, no Jews at all will be allowed to visit the Temple Mount during the last ten days of Ramadan.

Closed to Jews:

Netanyahu, Ben-Gvir clash over Temple Mount policy

The Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, expressed sharp criticism of the closure of the Temple Mount to Jews during the last ten days of Ramadan.

Following dawn prayers

Muslims chant Pro-terror slogans on Temple Mount

Afternoon prayers on the third Friday of Ramadan were held without incident. Police arrested 11 suspects in the Old City of Jerusalem.

Halevi to Bedouin soldiers:

'Those who came to attack didn't spare Muslims'

Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi visited the Bedouin Reconnaissance Battalion on the occasion of Ramadan, spoke with the battalion's commanders and soldiers, and heard about their significant efforts during the war.

It’s Ramadan in Germanistan

I don't think they can be saved, the German Catholic idiots, they have delved so deeply into masochism. Op-ed.

Samaria leaders protest Palestinian road reopening

Governor of Samaria Yossi Dagan, along with two mayors from Samaria, demand the IDF not reopen a road that leads from Palestinian towns to a route used by Israelis.

Chief of Staff on Ramadan:

'We are in a multi-front war'

Chief Staff LTG Herzi Halevi visited the Binyamin region of Judea and Samaria and evaluated the forces' preparedness for Ramadan.

1st Friday of Ramadan:

Police comm warns of safety concerns on Temple Mount

Police Commissioner Kobi Shabtai writes to PM Netanyahu of risks posed by allowing unrestricted access to Temple Mount and by the alternative of imposing restrictions for safety concerns/

Expert on Islam:

Ramadan – charity and prayer vs. jihad and terror

Dr. Shemer, expert on Islam, monitors the efforts of Hamas and radical movements to stir up unrest in the entire region, and finds a cold response by Israeli Arabs.

12 terror attacks foiled in Jerusalem before Ramadan

6 pipe bombs found in bag in eastern Jerusalem as police, security forces work to prevent Hamas from using Ramadan to cause a conflagration in Jerusalem or the Temple Mount.

Jerusalem police commander:

'Hamas trying to create significant escalation'

Police used a variety of forces and equipment throughout Jerusalem to ensure prayers would go safely and smoothly.

In Ramadan statement:

Biden notes 'suffering of the Palestinian people'

US President mentions Gaza war in statement released on the occasion of Ramadan: We'll insist that Israel facilitate more routes and open more crossings to get more aid to more people.

Gantz ahead of Ramadan:

'Hamas will not desecrate houses of worship'

National Unity chairman in remarks ahead of Ramadan: Our war is not against Islam.

Netanyahu:

IDF must explain checkpoint policy for Ramadan

Prime Minister Netanyahu has demanded that the IDF clarify its policy for checkpoints over Ramadan after the IDF acted in opposition to his previous decision on the matter.

Religious Zionist MK joins protest at checkpoint

MK Zvi Sukkot made a statement from the protest to Defense Minister Gallant: 'We expect this Ramadan to be the most painful ever for Arab society. Close the checkpoint."

Netanyahu decides:

No significant Temple Mount restrictions on Ramadan

PM says Israel always works to ensure freedom or worship for all religions in decision not to impose significant restrictions on the Temple Mount during Ramadan due to the security situation.

Ben-Gvir:

'Intensify fighting even during Ramadan'

National Security Minister says Hamas dragging out hostage negotiations, hopes to use Ramadam to exert international pressure on Israel while inciting violence among PA, Israeli Arabs.

Smotrich demands road closures during Ramadan

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for a new policy in which main roads would be closed to Palestinians until Ramadan had ended.

Report:

Ben-Gvir's authority on Temple Mount to be rescinded

Ministers Gallant, Gantz, and Eisenkot reportedly tell PM to not allow National Security Minister to implement sweeping restrictions on access to Temple Mount during Ramadan.

Op-ed:

The Ramadan Ruse

Perhaps good Muslims should use this Ramadan for soul searching on how best to uproot savage evil from their midst. And we should show as much concern for Ramadan as our enemies showed for our Simchat Torah. Opinion.

Gallant:

'Hamas, Iran want Ramadan to be phase 2 of 10/7'

Defense Minister warns Hamas seeks to turn Muslim holy months 'into the second phase of their plan that began on October 7,' with the support of Hezbollah and Iran.

Abbas: Do not limit Al-Aqsa visitors in Ramadan

In a meeting with the King of Jordan, Palestinian Authority chair Mahmoud Abbas expresses objection to division between the Gaza Strip and Judea and Samaria, and to Israel's permanent occupation of the Gaza Strip.

US to propose:

Hostage release in exchange for Ramadan ceasefire

Ceasefire proposal would see cessation of fighting during Ramadan in exchange for release of hostages, report says.

MK Elkin: 'Long ways to go before we defeat Hamas'

MK Ze'ev Elkin stresses: Israel's central goal is to defeat Hamas, so it will no longer be able to rule Gaza - we must not stop on the way there.

PA: Limiting worshipers could lead to holy war

Palestinian Authority religious authorities claim that the limitations on the number of Muslim worshipers on the Temple Mount during Ramadan could cause increased tensions.