Travel restrictions, the threat of missile attacks, and a shortage of bomb shelters in many areas have made the festive atmosphere much quieter. Many mosques have seen fewer worshippers, while markets and restaurants have experienced a sharp decline in customers.

Ramadan is the holiest month for Muslims, during which believers fast from dawn to sunset while increasing religious activities, visiting relatives, organizing communal meals and attending large prayer gatherings at mosques.

However, amid the current conflict, many of these traditions cannot take place as usual.

Security measures have also been tightened at many key religious sites. Notably, Israeli authorities have temporarily banned Friday congregational prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, one of Islam’s holiest sites.

According to the Israeli Civil Administration, several religious sites in Jerusalem’s Old City — including Al-Aqsa Mosque, the Western Wall or Kotel and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre — were temporarily closed to pilgrims and visitors on certain days to ensure public safety. The move has prevented many Muslims from performing large congregational prayers, an important part of Ramadan observance.