UAE leaders mark Eid Al Fitr with prayers, greetings

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UAE leaders mark Eid Al Fitr with prayers, greetings

Following the prayers, the leaders exchanged greetings with well-wishers.

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Published: Tue 4 Jun 2019, 7:47 AM

Last updated: Tue 4 Jun 2019, 7:28 PM

UAE leaders performed Eid Al Fitr prayers on Tuesday morning along with Muslims across the nation.
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.
Sheikh Khalifa also wished them and their peoples continued progress, prosperity and stability.

Dubai

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, this morning performed the Eid Al Fitr prayer at Zabeel Mosque.
Performing the prayer alongside His Highness Sheikh Mohammed were Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chief Executive of Emirates Group, Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation, a number of Sheikhs, officials and a group of worshipers.
In the Eid Al Fitr sermon, Imam Omar Al Khateeb stressed that peace is the foundation of Islam, noting that Islam is the religion of tolerance, moderation, justice, mercy and good manners.
The imam prayed to Allah Almighty to bless President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.
The sermon concluded with a prayer on the souls of the late Sheikhs Zayed, Rashid, and Maktoum; calling on Allah Almighty to protect the nation and its people, and grant success for the country's leadership in their duty in serving the nation.

Abu Dhabi

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, performed Eid Al Fitr prayers at the Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed the First Mosque in Abu Dhabi.
Following the prayers, Sheikh Mohamed exchanged Eid greetings with worshippers.

Sharjah

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, offered Eid Al Fitr prayers at Al Badee Musallah in Sharjah.

A number of Sheikhs, senior officials, dignitaries joined Sheikh Sultan in the prayer.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Seaports and Customs, along with a number of Sheikhs, Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure Development, a number of officials and a group of worshipers also prayed along with the Ruler of Sharjah.
After the prayers, the Ruler of Sharjah exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs, senior officials, dignitaries, citizens and other well-wishers.


Ajman

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman and  Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, this morning offered Eid al-Fitr prayer at the Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi Mosque in Ajman.
A number of Sheikhs, senior officials, dignitaries, citizens and residents also performed prayers alongside the Ajman Ruler.
After the prayer, Sheikh Humaid exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs, senior officials and worshippers.

Fujairah 

His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, this morning offered Eid Al Fitr prayer at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah.

A number of Sheikhs, senior officials, dignitaries, citizens and residents also performed prayers alongside the Fujairah Ruler.
After the prayer, Sheikh Hamad exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs, senior officials and worshippers.

Ras Al Khaimah

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah, this morning offered Eid Al Fitr prayer at the Eid Grand Musalla in Khuzam.

A number of Sheikhs, senior officials, dignitaries, citizens and residents also performed prayers alongside the Ras Al Khaimah Ruler.
After the prayer, Sheikh Saud exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs, senior officials and worshippers.

Umm Al Qaiwain

Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mualla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, and Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain, this morning offered Eid Al Fitr prayer at the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in the emirate.

A number of Sheikhs, senior officials, dignitaries, members of Muslim communities in Umm Al Qaiwain also offered prayers alongside Sheikh Saud.
Sheikh Mohammed Ibrahim Humaid led the prayer and delivered the Eid al-Fitr sermon, stressing the importance of exchanging visits among relatives, compassion and cooperation values.
He prayed to Allah Almighty to bless the UAE with continued security and stability under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Their Highnesses the Rulers of the Emirates. He also prayed to Allah the Almighty to rest the souls of the martyrs of the UAE and the Arab Coalition in Yemen in Paradise.
After the prayer, Sheikh Saud exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs, senior officials and worshippers.
 
 


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