Madinah, 1 Ramadan 1447 AH (18 February 2026)

The lens of the Saudi Press Agency captured crowds of fasting visitors and residents lining up for iftar meals at the Prophet's Mosque at sunset on the first day of the holy month of Ramadan, in a scene of faith reflecting the spirituality of the holy month.

The Ramadan iftar tables stretched through the halls, expansions and courtyards of the Prophet's Mosque, where the fasting gathered in an atmosphere of harmony and compassion, with an integrated system of services and organization that created the right conditions for worship and iftar with ease and peace of mind.

Benefactors and philanthropists competed to provide iftar meals for the fasting, in a picture embodying the meanings of solidarity and giving and reflecting the level of care and services provided to visitors to Madinah during the holy month.

At a Glance

  • Thousands of fasting worshippers lining up at sunset
  • Integrated organization in the halls and courtyards of the Prophet's Mosque
  • Wide participation of benefactors in providing iftar
  • A spiritual atmosphere on the first day of Ramadan