The Ramadan Iftar in Jerusalem holds special significance during the holy month, with many local citizens and individuals from the West Bank visiting to break their fast in Jerusalem. This leads to an increase in economic activity in the market in the Old City of Jerusalem.
Fares al-Atrash, a young man from Bethlehem, explains that breaking the fast during Ramadan holds great value for Muslims, and they come to Al-Aqsa to show solidarity with their brothers there.
Qatayef, a traditional Ramadan dessert, is a popular trade in Jerusalem during the month of fasting. Ahmad Taqish, a sweets seller located in Damascus Gate, notes that purchasing activity increases in the afternoon and at night, while there is little activity in the morning due to people fasting.
Jerusalem is decorated with lights and the Ramadan crescent, and locals hope to keep it in the best condition. Sweets seller Muhammad Tarani also expresses his hope for the situation in Jerusalem to improve.
The Iftar process is lively in Bab al-Amoud, with stalls and vendors operating until midnight for Suhoor.