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3-Day Ceasefire Gives Some Respite to Afghans
May 17, 2021

3-Day Ceasefire Gives Some Respite to Afghans

By Franz J. Marty
A temporary truce to mark the end of Ramadan mostly held, allowing Afghans to celebrate in relative peace.

As Ramadan Ends, Malaysia Begins Its Third COVID-19 Lockdown
May 12, 2021

As Ramadan Ends, Malaysia Begins Its Third COVID-19 Lockdown

By Sebastian Strangio
The lockdown announcement followed assurances from senior officials that nationwide restrictions were unnecessary.
With COVID-19 Rampant, Indonesia Braces for the Holidays
May 11, 2021

With COVID-19 Rampant, Indonesia Braces for the Holidays

By Teguh Maulana
Outbreaks and vaccine problems loom as Indonesian Muslims prepare for Eid al-Fitr festivities.

Ramadan in China: Faithful Dwindle Under Limits on Religion
May 07, 2021

Ramadan in China: Faithful Dwindle Under Limits on Religion

By Ken Moritsugu and Dake Kang
The tree-lined paths of the Id Kah Mosque's grounds are tranquil, and it's easy to miss the three surveillance cameras keeping watch over whoever comes in.

Muslims Begin Marking a Subdued Ramadan Under Virus Closures
April 27, 2020

Muslims Begin Marking a Subdued Ramadan Under Virus Closures

By Associated Press
Usually, Ramadan’s dawn-to-dusk fasting is followed by large gatherings and family meals. In many places, such gatherings aren’t possible now.

Eid al-Fitr and Indonesia’s Struggle With COVID-19
April 09, 2020

Eid al-Fitr and Indonesia’s Struggle With COVID-19

By Marcus Tantau
Many people fear that the mass migration accompanying the religious festival could worsen the spread of COVID-19 throughout the country.

In Pakistan, a Bloody Farewell to Ramadan
June 26, 2017

In Pakistan, a Bloody Farewell to Ramadan

By Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
Twin attacks in Quetta and Parachinar killed over 80 and wounded hundreds.
Dozens Dead in Latest Xinjiang Violence
July 31, 2014

Dozens Dead in Latest Xinjiang Violence

By Shannon Tiezzi
There are conflicting explanations of the violence in Xinjiang's Kashgar Prefecture, but reports indicate over 30 dead.

Recipes for Ramadan: Feasting During Islam’s Holy Month
July 23, 2013

Recipes for Ramadan: Feasting During Islam’s Holy Month

During Ramadan Muslims may fast from dawn until sunset, but in the evenings they feast.

Ramadan: Indonesian Fundamentalists Target Alcohol and Pornography
July 12, 2013

Ramadan: Indonesian Fundamentalists Target Alcohol and Pornography

Hardliners raid “sinful” establishments as the holy month begins.

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