A holy time for Muslims marred by the fear and uncertainty of war
By Mirna Alsharif
Published on March 20, 2026.
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Israel has disrupted the holy month of Ramadan, a period traditionally marked by celebration and communal prayer. This has led to a period of uncertainty as Muslims prepare for Eid al-Fitr, which is traditionally a time of celebration and prayer. The situation has also disrupted daily life during this holy month, with daily activities disrupted by air raid alerts, displacement, and the threat of aerial attacks. Since the start of the war, over 2,000 people have been killed across the Middle East, including over 1,200 in Iran, 1,000 in Lebanon, and eight in the United Arab Emirates. Some residents have shared their most surreal and frightening moments of the past month.
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