Hundreds of thousands of fasting worshipers gathered to share in the iftar meal within the sacred precincts of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah.

February 19, 2026 | 12:10 AM

Saudi Gazette report

MADINAH — Iftar meals on the first day of Ramadan at the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah presented a remarkable scene that embodied the spirit of solidarity and generosity, reflecting the highest standards of care and exemplary service extended to visitors of the city during the holy month.

Hundreds of thousands of fasting worshipers—residents and visitors alike—gathered to share in the iftar meal within the sacred precincts of the mosque, in a scene suffused with the profound spirituality of this blessed time. Iftar tables were arranged throughout the mosque’s courtyards, where the faithful assembled in an atmosphere defined by harmony, compassion, and reverence.

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https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/659041/saudi-arabia/annual-tourism-spending-surges-22-to-sr52-billion-in-madinah