Ramadan

Coalition Crisis:

Islamic council to rule on whether Arab party will leave gov't

As Israeli police clash with Arab rioters during Ramadan, Islamic Movement leaders mull United Arab List's future in Bennett government.

Interfaith Iftar participants condemn terror attacks in Israel

Condemnation of terror attacks which left 14 dead at event hosted by American Muslim orgs and the Combat Antisemitism Movement.

Highest level of alert ahead of Ramadan Friday prayers

Over 100,000 Muslims expected to visit Temple Mount this Friday, after Defense Min. ruled to permit entry to PA Arabs.

Watch: Arab teens chant Hamas slogans, clash with police

Dozens of radicalized Arabs teens gathered outside Damascus Gate to chant anti-Semitic slogans and provoke police.

Gantz thanks Abbas for condemning Bnei Brak terror attack

Defense Minister speaks by phone to PA chairman, says Ramadan must be a month of quiet and not a period marked by terror.

Gantz eases restrictions for Ramadan despite terror wave

Women, children, men over 50 to be permitted entry to Temple Mount from PA areas during Ramadan, family visits from PA to Israel permitted.

First publication:

IDF cancels Jerusalem tours due to terror wave

Soldier tells INN educational tours in Jerusalem cancelled for fear sight of IDF soldiers in Jerusalem could provoke violence during Ramadan

Jordan condemns Jewish visits to Temple Mount

Jordan says entire Temple Mount is part of Al Aqsa Mosque, meant for Muslim worship only, condemns Jewish visits during Ramadan.

IDF general greets Palestinian Arabs on Ramadan

Head of COGAT in message to Palestinian Arabs: Security is the key to our ability to allow entry into Israel.

King Abdullah to Bennett:

'Don't interfere with Muslim prayers on Temple Mount'

King of Jordan demands Israel not impinge on right of Muslims to pray at Al Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan.

Defense Min. wishes Muslim worldwide 'Ramadan Kareem'

Defense Min. Gantz wishes Muslims worldwide 'Ramadan Kareem,' says 'this is a time of hope and optimism.'

Gantz tours Judea and Samaria

Defense Minister Benny Gantz has completed a tour of the Judea and Samaria regions in preparation for the month of Ramadan.

Terror Wave:

Ahead of Ramadan: Gantz calls up 300 Border Police reservists

Defense Minister issues rare reservist call up for Border Police a day before Ramadan holiday begins.

Activists demonstrate outside military HQ, demand security

'Time to take a harsh stance against terrorism and restore deterrence,' Im Tirtzu demands.

Hamas promises 'surprises' during Ramadan

Hamas leaders threaten Israel ahead of Ramadan, say all options are on the table.

Ahead of Ramadan, Israeli minister made secret trip to Jordan

Israel, Jordan, agree to increase number of Waqf guards, ensure none are terror supporters.

Op-ed:

Blinken's scoreboard: 4 nays for Israel, 1 for Arab Palestinians

No mention of Palestinian Arab violence and a push for 2 states make Blinken's "actions that could raise tensions" irrelevant. Op-ed.

Be'er Sheva attack:

Terrorist was acting straight 'out of ISIS playbook'

Yesterday's gruesome attack raises fears of 'copycat' attempts by 'lone wolves' with Ramadan just around the corner.

Jerusalem Arab sentenced to 30 months for violent terrorist acts

Salah Bakirat documented his attacks on his cell phone & uploaded to social media "which added to the severity of his crimes."

Gantz to permit Gaza Arabs to visit relatives in Israeli prisons

Defense Minister planning additional easing of restrictions in advance of Ramadan, parallel to concern at escalation of violence.

Israel's domestic intelligence warns U.S. of Ramadan tensions

PA affairs expert says nothing has changed since the PA took control in parts of Judea and Samaria.

Tzfat chief Rabbi:

'If Shabak has extra manpower, don't use them on Jews'

"I will not condone blaming the victim by telling Jews to refrain from violence during the Ramadan, as the Shabak has asked of me."

Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu refuses to meet with Shabak officials

Shabak seeks to have rabbi "restrain" his community. "Is Jewish graffiti going to ignite the Middle East?" he counters.

As Ramadan nears, Shabak asks rabbis to 'rein in' Jews

'Infuriating and insulting' that 'system still lives with the feeling that we are the ones attacking here,' Jewish resident of Lod says.

Police officers injured in continued Jerusalem riots

Muslim rioters throw rocks, other objects, at police officers after 75,000 Muslims stream to Temple Mount for Ramadan prayers.

In New York, Jewish nonprofit distributes halal food to Muslims

Jewish nonprofit distributes 1,500 boxes of halal food for Ramadan, including pricey dates.

Settlement leader hosts Muslim leaders for Iftar meal

Samaria Regional Council chief Yossi Dagan hosts group of Arab business leaders in breaking Ramadan fast.

Arabs hurl rocks at religious Jews - because of microphones

Hundreds of Arabs riot near Jerusalem's Damascus Gate, hurling rocks and glass bottles at civilians and police officers.

UAE issues Ramadan guidelines for Israeli tourists

The friendly reminder was issued to the UAE Hebrew Twitter page in cooperation with the local Chabad branch.

Will Ramadan cause unprecedented coronavirus outbreak?

Low vaccination rates in Arab sector raise concerns of enormous outbreak during Ramadan, wedding season.

Incendiary kites - near Ben Gurion Airport

During Ramadan, explosives and incendiary kites threaten Lod residentsl: 'We're in danger of our lives,' Lod resident says.

Gaza to reopen restaurants for Ramadan

Gaza authorities permit restaurants to reopen but demand that precautionary measures be taken due to coronavirus pandemic.

Bennett to Israeli Arabs: Look after yourselves during Ramadan

Defense Minister publishes urges Israeli Arabs to take precautionary measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus during Ramadan.

Trump: Apply same social distancing rules to Ramadan

'They go after churches, but not mosques,' says Trump, calling for equal application of social distancing rules to Christians and Muslims.

Jordan bans worship in mosques due to coronavirus outbreak

Jordan announces ban on public worship in mosques during Ramadan in order to curb the spread of COVID-19.

Iranian demonstrators burn Trump, Netanyahu in effigy

Iran marks 'Quds Day' (Jerusalem Day) with demonstrations burning Trump and Netanyahu in effigy, torching Israeli and US flags.

260,000 Muslims pray on Temple Mount for Ramadan

As Ramadan draws to a close, more than 250,000 Muslims ascend Temple Mount for Friday prayers, following terror attack in Old City.

Rivlin hosts Iftar meal at presidential residence

Rivlin: The medical staff that takes care of Nechama is made up of Jews and Arabs. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Gaza border protest canceled due to heat, Ramadan, Eurovision

'Hamas is quieting the demonstrators so that Eurovision will pass calmly.'

Court backs closure of Temple Mount to Jews on Jerusalem Day

Supreme Court rejects appeal against closing Temple Mount to Jews on Jerusalem Day, backs police decision bar Jews because of Ramadan.

Israel business leaders expand ties with PA counterparts at meal

Around 30 members of Judea and Samaria Chamber of Commerce and Industry join Islamic Iftar meal marking the end of Ramadan fasting.

75,000 Palestinian Arabs pray in Jerusalem

Some 75,000 Palestinian Arabs pass through the crossings from Judea and Samaria to Jerusalem as part of the Ramadan prayers.

Netanyahu approves:

Eased restrictions for month of Ramadan

Judea, Samaria Muslims to visit relatives in Israel, attend Friday Temple Mount prayer, and take off from Ben-Gurion Airport.

Watch: Jewish couple gets married on the Temple Mount

Israeli couple holds wedding ceremony on holiest site in Judaism, after site was closed to Jews for much of Ramadan.

Thousands riot in south, tens of thousands allowed in Jerusalem

Israel allows PA Arabs to pray on Temple Mount, at Cave of the Patriarchs. Meanwhile, Gaza rioters burn tires near border fence.

Tourist, police officer injured in Temple Mount riots

Watch: Arab rioters pelt tourists, police with stones and other objects on Temple Mount during Ramadan.

Rivlin urges Abbas: Condemn Gaza terror

President calls Palestinian Authority Chairman to congratulate him on month of Ramadan.

Jerusalem prepares for Ramadan prayers

Police deployed throughout city to ensure peaceful Ramadan prayers on Temple Mount.

'Expulsion of terrorists' families will reduce terror'

Ministerial Committee to discuss bill to expel families of terrorists who carry out attacks.

Marble block crushed soldier's helmet

IDF reveals details of incident in which soldier sustained severe head injuries, amid general rise in attacks on Jews during Ramadan.

Egypt opens Gaza border for month of Ramadan

Egyptian president announces longest opening of border with Egypt since 2013.

Report: US to release Mideast peace plan next month

Trump administration reportedly set to release its Middle East peace plan for Israel and the PA at end of Ramadan in June.

2,000 worshipers, 35 buses, and one IDF

For the first time since Ramadan began, Jews are allowed to pray at Joseph's Tomb.

Muezzin noise level raised to unbearable: 'Police do nothing'

Sleepless month of Ramadan: 'You can sit at home, turn on air conditioner, close windows and shutters, and the noise will still come in.'

Bus drivers in southern Israel 'strike' - because of Ramadan

Four times in one week, 'Metropoline' buses cannceled because Arab drivers refuse to show up.

Bus brings Palestinian Arabs to Jerusalem's Old City

Israeli authorities allow bus of PA women and children to enter Jerusalem, allowing passengers to pray at Temple Mount.

PA Fatwa Council: "Breaking fast is one of the greatest sins"

Quoting Islam's Prophet Muhammad: "Whoever stops fasting on Ramadan has renounced Islam...[the shedding of] his blood is permitted"

Rivlin: Arab leaders must work with police

President says Arab leaders and law enforcement must work together to provide Israeli Arab citizens with sense of security.

ISIS calls for terror attacks around the globe

ISIS releases new audio message in which it urges its followers to launch attacks around the world during Ramadan.

The goal: For everyone to tour Judea and Samaria with confidence

Judea Samaria regional defense officer prepares for transition between Ramadan, summer vacation: 'Goal for everyone to travel everywhere.'