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Traditional celebrations marking the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan have been dampened by the coronavirus pandemic, forcing many to celebrate only with their immediate families.
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Muslims are preparing for a muted Eid as lockdown dampens upcoming celebrations, while Covid-19 funding for Yemen is at risk. Here's the latest.
Coronavirus fallout dampens spirits as Muslims mark major holiday
For Muslims around the world, the Covid-19 pandemic has put a damper on Eid Al-Fitr festivities.
Yemen in Focus: War hinders Yemen's battle against coronavirus
This week we focus on Yemen's ongoing coronavirus outbreak, Houthi calls to liberate Mecca and a positive Eid story from Yemen.
Indonesia calls for Saudi decision on Mecca pilgrimage
Last year around 2.5 million faithful travelled to Saudi Arabia from across the world to take part in the "hajj", which Muslims must perform at ...
Billionaire Saudi banking tycoon dead at 79, family says
Saleh Abdullah Kamel, founder of the banking and real estate conglomerate Dallah Albaraka Group, died in a hospital at age 79.
Virtual Ramadan: How technology is helping Muslims stay connected
From virtual Iftars to live-streamed calls to prayer, technology has helped Muslims stay connected during Ramadan under lockdown.
Mapping China's Health Silk Road in the Middle East
China is using medical diplomacy as a soft power tool in the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia to enforce round-the-clock coronavirus curfew on Eid
Saudi Arabia will reimpose a full lockdown around the country during the five-day Eid al-Fitr holiday later this month.
Saudi Arabia installs self-sterilisation gates in Mecca, Medina
Saudi Arabia has installed self-sterilisation gates at the entrances of Islam's two holiest sites in Mecca and Medina.
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Saudi Arabia relaxes coronavirus lockdown except in hotspot Mecca
Authorities in Saudi Arabia announced a partial ease of 1 24-hour curfew to help stem the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Egypt arrests group for 'making mock Umrah in Alexandria'
Videos that emerged on social media on Friday showed dozens of Egyptians circling the streets of Alexandria with a model of the holy Kaaba, prompting backlash and jokes online.
Watch: Saudi cleric's emotional recitation of Ramadan night prayer
Saudi Sheikh Saud al Shuraim held back tears as he recited the opening chapter of the Qur'an on the first night of Mecca's taraweeh prayers.
How coronavirus has changed the way Muslims celebrate Ramadan
This year, Ramadan will bear little resemblance to the celebrations that have coloured Islam's history for centuries.
Ramadan, fasting and Covid-19: Your medical questions answered
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Saudi Arabia to sight Ramadan crescent on Thursday
Saudi authorities have urged citizens to carry out sightings of the new crescent moon on the evening of Thursday 23 April.
The Middle East at war with coronavirus
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Saudi Arabia suspends congregational Ramadan prayers in Mecca, Medina
Islam’s two holiest sites will not host public nightly prayers this Ramadan, Saudi Arabia said on Monday, cancelling this year’s itikaf and ...
Will Saudi Arabia announce the 'wrong' date for Ramadan?
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Middle East braces for grim Ramadan amid coronavirus threat
People across the Middle East are looking forward to a bleak Ramadan as social activities, communal prayers, and nightly get-togethers are ...
Algerian politician Noureddine Boukrouh urged Muslims to skip fasting this Ramadan.
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