The Shawwal crescent moon was sighted in Abu Dhabi
The President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has sent cables of congratulations to the kings, Emirs and presidents of Arab and Islamic states on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.
His Highness Sheikh Khalifa wished them and their peoples continued progress, prosperity and stability.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, have dispatched similar cables to the leaders of Arab and Islamic states on the auspicious occasion.
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi of Sharjah; Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman; Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi of Fujairah; Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla of Umm Al Quwain; and Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi of Ras Al Khaimah, expressed their warm congratulations and prayed to Allah Almighty to grant the leaders good health.
The UAE’s leaders also sent greetings to the leaders of Arab and Islamic states.
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi is set to offer Eid Al Fitr prayers at Al Badee Musallah in Sharjah. A number of senior officials, dignitaries and community members are expected to join him.
In Umm Al Quwain, Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu’alla will offer the prayer at the Ahmed bin Rashid Al Mualla Mosque. He will then receive Eid well-wishers at his palace.
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