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The Middle East entering Eid al-Fitr in 2026 is a place where the joy of celebration and the wounds of war exist side by side. A look at how a religious holiday becomes a stage for politics and diplomacy.
Apr 10, 2026As Ramadan 2026 draws to a close, Eid al-Fitr is setting the entire Middle East alight. We look beneath the surface of a celebration that goes far beyond religion — encompassing politics, society, and family all at once.
Mar 29, 2026As Ramadan, the greatest holy month in Islam, begins, Palestinians in the Gaza Strip continue their fast amid the ruins. We examine the paradoxical landscape where faith and survival intersect.
Mar 13, 2026
As Ramadan progresses in earnest, reports have emerged that temporary ceasefire negotiations for the Gaza Strip have resumed with Qatari mediation. However, optimism and pessimism intertwine in a pattern reminiscent of the past.
Mar 11, 2026As Ramadan 2026 begins, Palestinians in Gaza cling to their faith amid war and famine. We look into the paradoxical reality where the sound of shells and the adhan (call to prayer) coexist.
Mar 10, 2026