Ramadan
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Tanzania Welcomes Ramadan with Grand Quranic Gathering
In a vibrant display of spirituality, unity, and hope, Tanzania hosted a major Quranic event to mark the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan, emphasizing the central role of the Quran in guiding individual lives and fostering social cohesion.
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Supreme Leader’s Representative: Ramadan Strengthens Faith, Unity, and Spiritual Renewal
Hojatol islam Abdulmajid Hakim Illahi, the representative of the Supreme Leader in India, has described the holy month of Ramadan as a unique opportunity for spiritual purification, strengthening ties with the Ahlul Bayt, and fostering unity and solidarity within the Muslim community.
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Video: Quranic Teachings as a Guide for Human Life – Part One: Patience and Steadfastness
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Quran — a book of guidance and a blueprint for life — offers direction and solutions for every dimension of human existence. One of its most fundamental teachings is patience, a profound concept that, in Quranic logic, goes far beyond enduring hardships and suffering. It is an intentional way of living and a path toward growth and spiritual elevation. Patience in obedience and worship, patience in resisting the desires of the self, and patience in facing trials and difficulties all serve as foundations for spiritual refinement and human perfection. Through these forms of steadfastness, a person draws closer to inner tranquility and the salvation.
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Photos: Beginning of Ramadan in Islamic Countries
AhlulBayt News Agency: Islamic countries began fasting for the blessed month of Ramadan on Wednesday and Thursday (February 18 and 19), depending on the sighting of the crescent moon or astronomical calculations. Muslims across the world welcomed this blessed month by attending mosques, participating in crescent‑sighting ceremonies, and engaging in Ramadan‑related activities, including special markets and local traditions.
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Photos: Quran Recitation Ceremony at Hazrat Masoumeh Holy Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: The recitation ceremony of the Holy Quran was held on Friday (February 20, 2026), coinciding with the beginning of the blessed month of Ramadan, in the Imam Khomeini (RA) Hall of the Holy Shrine of Lady Fatima Masoumeh (s.a.). The event was attended by pilgrims and residents of the shrine. This daily ceremony will continue until the end of the holy month.
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Two Ramadan Programs Produced at Islamic Center of England
The Islamic Center of England has taken a new step in strengthening the spiritual connection with its audience in the month of Ramadan 2026 by producing and broadcasting two special programs.
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33rd International Holy Quran Exhibition kicks off in Tehran
The 33rd International Holy Quran Exhibition officially opened on Saturday at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosalla, with Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Abbas Saleh Shariati attending the inauguration ceremony.
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Critique of Secular Narratives of Ramadan, Emphasis on Holy Month’s Spiritual Nature
An analytical report by a Muslim media outlet in India criticizes prevailing cultural portrayals of Ramadan, emphasizing that the holy month is primarily a period of spiritual purification, detachment from worldly attachments, and closeness to God.
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Store Initiative in the United States Supports Muslims During Ramadan
A retail chain in the United States, in cooperation with the Islamic Center of Topeka, is supporting Muslim families during Ramadan through special discounts and assistance programs.
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Sha‘baniyah Sermon: A Guide to Spiritual Conduct in Month of Ramadan — Parts 2
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Sha‘baniyah Sermon is one of the most beautiful and valuable ethical and doctrinal manifestos regarding the greatness and virtues of the blessed month of Ramadan. The Prophet of Islam (PBUH) delivered this sermon to his companions on the last Friday of Sha‘ban. Its main themes include honoring the month of Ramadan, caring for the needy, guarding one’s eyes, ears, and tongue, reciting the Qur’an, sending blessings upon the Prophet, remembering the Day of Judgment, and more. This sermon was narrated by Imam al‑Reza (a.s.) from Imam Ali (a.s.).
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Photos: Iftar Banquet at Hazrat Masoumeh Holy Shrine on First Night of Ramadan
According to the AhlulBayt (AS) International News Agency — ABNA — on the first night of the blessed month of Ramadan, the servants of the Holy Shrine of Hazrat Masoumeh (s.a.) hosted large numbers of fasting pilgrims by arranging an Iftar spread for men in the Sahib al‑Zaman (AJ) Courtyard and for women in the Najmeh Khatun (SA) Hall.
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Photos: Simple Iftar Packaging at Hazrat Masoumeh Holy Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: The simple Iftar packages at the Holy Shrine of Lady Fatima Masoumeh (s.a.) are prepared daily by more than 200 male and female servants.
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Sha‘baniyah Sermon: A Guide to Spiritual Conduct in Month of Ramadan — Parts 1
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Sha‘baniyah Sermon is one of the most beautiful and valuable ethical and doctrinal manifestos regarding the greatness and virtues of the blessed month of Ramadan. The Prophet of Islam (PBUH) delivered this sermon to his companions on the last Friday of Sha‘ban. Its main themes include honoring the month of Ramadan, caring for the needy, guarding one’s eyes, ears, and tongue, reciting the Qur’an, sending blessings upon the Prophet, remembering the Day of Judgment, and more. This sermon was narrated by Imam al‑Reza (a.s.) from Imam Ali (a.s.).
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'Ramadan Train’ Program Held in Bosnia with Participation of 700 Children
The Islamic Community of the city of Maglaj in central Bosnia and Herzegovina, organized a “Ramadan Train” initiative with the participation of 700 children.
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Worshippers Fill Mecca Grand Mosque on Ramadan’s First Friday
A vast ocean of worshippers filled the Grand Mosque in Mecca on Friday, gathering for the first Friday prayers of the holy month of Ramadan.
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Photos: Sighting of Crescent for Holy Month of Ramadan at Hazrat Masoumeh Holy Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: On the eve of the blessed month of Ramadan, the crescent‑sighting activities for the holy month were carried out on Wednesday afternoon (February 18, 2026) by moon‑sighting groups at Hazrat Masoumeh (s.a.) Holy Shrine.
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English Premier League to observe short breaks during matches in Ramadan
The English Premier League will pause matches to allow Muslim players to break their fast during Ramadan, according to British media reports.
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Photos: Welcoming Ceremony for Holy Month of Ramadan at Imam Reza Holy Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: The spiritual and traditional ceremony welcoming the holy month of Ramadan was held on Wednesday evening (February 18, 2026) in the Imam Khomeini (RA) Hall of the Holy Shrine of Imam Reza (a.s.).
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Photos: Sighting of Crescent for Holy Month of Ramadan at Holy Jamkaran Mosque
AhlulBayt News Agency: On the eve of the blessed month of Ramadan, the crescent‑sighting activities for the holy month were carried out this Wednesday afternoon (February 18, 2026) by moon‑sighting groups at the Holy Jamkaran Mosque.
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Liverpool Star Mohamed Salah Welcomes Ramadan
Liverpool's Egyptian football star Mohamed Salah celebrated the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan.
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Iran declares Thursday as first day of holy month of Ramadan
Iran's Estehlal or Moon Sighting Headquarters said Wednesday that the moon was sighted on the evening of Wednesday, therefore, Thursday is the start of the holy fasting.
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Photos: Baghdad Streets Decorated for Holy Month of Ramadan
According to the AhlulBayt (a.s.) International News Agency — ABNA — the streets of Baghdad, especially Al‑Rasheed Street, have been decorated with numerous light installations and colorful strings of lights on the occasion of the blessed month of Ramadan.
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157 Built or Restored Mosques Open across Morocco Ahead of Ramadan
The spiritual landscape of Morocco is set to expand as the holy month of Ramadan approaches.
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Several Muslim countries declare Wednesday as start of Ramadan
Some Muslim and Arab countries have declared Wednesday as the first day of the holy month of Ramadan.
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Photos: Anjuman-E-Sharie Shian J&K Hold Ceremony to Welcome Month of Ramadan
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): Under the auspices of Anjuman-E-Sharie Shian Jammu and Kashmir, a graceful and thoughtful gathering was held at the organization’s central office in Budgam as part of its long-standing tradition of welcoming the month of Ramadan. The event was attended by the heads and representatives of various religious organizations, prominent scholars, Friday prayer leaders, intellectuals, and a large number of social leaders.
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Video: How to Prepare for Month of Ramadan?
AhlulBayt News Agency: In spiritual and practical preparation for the blessed month of Ramadan—and to benefit more deeply from its divine blessings—Imam Reza (a.s.) offered ten essential recommendations to Abu Salt. He advised him to engage in supplication and seeking forgiveness, recite the Qur’an, repent sincerely from sins, return trusts before the arrival of the holy month, avoid resentment and wrongdoing, uphold piety, rely upon God.
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Most Mosques Damaged in Recent Riots Repaired, Ready to Receive Ramadan Worshippers
About 90 percent of the mosques damaged in the recent riots in Iran have been repaired and prepared to host congregational prayers during the month of Ramadan, an official said.
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Ramadan Special Program to Be Produced at Cairo’s Imam Hussein Mosque
A special Quranic program welcoming the month of Ramadan is planned to be produced by Egyptian media activist Amr Al-Laithi.
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Ayatollah Sistani Representative in Europe Stresses Spiritual, Psychological Readiness for Ramadan
As Ramadan approaches, Grand Ayatollah Sistani’s representative in Europe congratulated the Islamic world on the arrival of this month and emphasized the need for spiritual and psychological preparation for it.
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Israel to impose Ramadan restrictions at Al-Aqsa Mosque
The Israeli regime plans to tighten restrictions on Muslim worshippers at Al-Aqsa Mosque during the upcoming holy month of Ramadan, Sheikh Ekrima Sabri, former grand mufti of Al-Quds said.