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4/16/24, 1:48 PM                       President Sheikh Mohamed leads Eid prayers and congratulates Muslims
            “The UAE continues to support the Gazans in these difficult times and, in
            parallel with its political efforts with our Arab brothers, it will spare no effort to

            help the people of Gaza through its comprehensive relief programme.”

            Eid Al Fitr started in the UAE on Wednesday.


            The start date was confirmed on Monday evening by the UAE's moon-sighting

            committee, comprising astronomers, court officials and advisers from the
            Emirates' Islamic authority.


            They were unable to see the new crescent moon, making Tuesday, April 30,

            the final day of Ramadan this year.

            What is Eid Al Fitr?



            Eid Al Fitr signifies the end of Ramadan and the beginning of the month of
            Shawwal.


                                                 It is a celebratory occasion marked by morning
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                                                 prayers, family get-togethers and the giving of
            Eid morning prayers focus on Gaza
            as UAE worshippers mark end of       gifts, as well as charitable donations.

            Ramadan                              A public holiday accompanies Eid Al Fitr, with

                                                 many people taking time off work to travel
            abroad or take short trips in the region.


            Both the public and private sector are enjoying a week-long break to mark the

            occasion. Work will resume on Monday, April 15.

            Eid celebrations around the world – in pictures








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