The Shawwal crescent was sighted in Abu Dhabi today
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, on Sunday, wished UAE's President, Vice President, Rulers on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.
Sheikh Mohamed took to Twitter and greeted the citizens and residents of the Emirates and Muslims around the world as the Shawwal crescent was sighted in Abu Dhabi, and May 2 was announced as the first day of Eid.
He wrote: "Congratulations to the President, Vice President, Rulers, citizens and residents of the UAE and Muslims around the world on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr. May God grant our nation continued happiness and wellbeing and bestow peace and harmony on the region and the world."
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He wished The President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa good health and well-being to continue the nation's development drive, achievements and gains, reports WAM.
He prayed to Allah Almighty to grant more progress, prosperity and development for the UAE.