How Muslims break their fast in Iran

Muslims in Iran and across the world are currently observing the holy month of Ramadan, abstaining from eating and drinking from dawn to sunset.

During Ramadan, Muslims break their fast with the evening meal “Iftar”.

In Iran, people usually break their fast with dates, cheese and bread along with fresh herbs and walnuts.

Tea is also a main component of the Iftar table in Iran with dates, thick soup and zoulbia and bamieh - fried desserts soaked in sugar syrup.

The act of fasting in the holy month of Ramadan is aimed at reminding people of the impoverished people and their suffering.

During Ramadan, people also make charitable donations and spend more time reading the Quran, and making supplications to Allah.

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