From sunset prayers to shared meals: Glimpses of Ramadan 2026 from across the world

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Devotees receive free iftar meals on Day 1 of Ramadan at Data Darbar shrine in Lahore on Thursday. PIC/AFP

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Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is considered the holiest month in Islam. During this month, Muslims observe a fast from dawn to sunset, offer special prayers, practice charity, and focus on spiritual reflection and self-discipline

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Iftar is the meal eaten by Muslims at sunset to break their daily fast during Ramadan. It traditionally begins with dates and water, followed by a variety of dishes

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The occasion is often marked by togetherness, with families and communities gathering to share the meal

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Traditional dishes are prepared for the first Iftar of the holy month of Ramadan

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Men prepare iftar meals at the Wazir Akbar Khan Mosque in Kabul

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People buy iftar meals to break their fast at a market in the southern Thai province of Narathiwat

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Vendors prepare fritters for iftar meals in Karachi 

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Community members come together at a mosque to distribute meals at Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta

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The spirit of unity shines as people share food and prayers during Ramadan

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Plates filled with fruits, snacks, and traditional delicacies for Iftar in Pakistan

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A moment of reflection and faith marks the beginning of Ramadan worldwide.