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3-Day Ceasefire Gives Some Respite to Afghans

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

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

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

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

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.

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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

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

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

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

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

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

Ramadan: Indonesian Fundamentalists Target Alcohol and Pornography

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

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