Palestinians Decorate Gaza for Ramadan Creatively

Despite Israeli restrictions on materials, Palestinians in Gaza are finding creative ways to decorate for Ramadan.

16 Feb, 19:59 — 16 Feb, 21:06

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Why this matters

Ramadan is a deeply significant religious and cultural observance for Muslims worldwide, including Palestinians, marked by spiritual reflection and community celebration. For residents of Gaza, who face severe restrictions on materials due to an ongoing blockade, creatively decorating for this holy month highlights their resilience and determination to uphold traditions despite challenging circumstances. This act provides a glimpse into daily life and cultural preservation within the broader context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

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PalestiniansResidents observing Ramadan in Gaza GazaPalestinian territory where decorations are made IsraelState imposing restrictions on materials in Gaza MuslimsGlobal religious community observing Ramadan

Coverage Timeline

First report: Al Jazeera · 16 Feb, 19:59|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 1h|Window: 1h

Al Jazeera16 Feb, 19:59First to report

Palestinians in Gaza get creative to decorate for Ramadan

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Daily Sabah16 Feb, 21:06Latest update

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