Overview
- North Rhine-Westphalia’s Düsseldorf district authority says it is in contact with Joseph-Beuys-Gesamtschule and is reviewing the case, emphasizing that pupils must not be restricted in their personal behavior.
- Parents allege some Muslim students told classmates to throw away lunches and used insults, and that a teacher told non‑fasting children to turn away while eating; a class message urged all pupils not to provoke and to avert their gaze.
- The NRW education ministry states the allegations will be clarified and reiterates that respectful conduct underpins school life.
- Across Germany, Ramadan observance features public iftar gatherings that foster exchange, including events in Barnstorf and Meißen, with larger celebrations in Dresden toward Eid al-Fitr.
- Professional football continues informal accommodations for fasting players: Schalke 04 lists six players and coach Miron Muslic observing Ramadan, with an in‑match pause agreed to allow nourishment at sunset.