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19 March 2024

Khalifa, Mohammed greeted on Eid Al Fitr

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President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a congratulatory cable from US President Barack Obama, on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan also received congratulatory cables on Eid Al Fitr from His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan, His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco, President of Algeria Abdelaziz Bouteflika and President of Turkey Abdullah Gul.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received similar cables from King of Morocco, Tunisian Prime Minister Mahdi Juma, and Turkey Defence Minister Ismat Yilmaz.

Mohammed performs Eid Al Fitr Prayer, receives well-wishers

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, this morning received Eid Al Fitr well-wishers at Zabeel Palace.

Present at the reception were Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai Deputy Ruler and Finance Minister Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Dubai Deputy Ruler Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

Sheikh Mohammed received Eid Al Fitr greetings from the Federal National Council Speaker Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr, FNC Members, high ranking police and security officers in Dubai headed by the Deputy Chairman of Police and General Security in Dubai Lt. General Dahi Khalfan Tamim and Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police Major General Khamis Mattar Al Mazina, heads of departments at the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA), headed by Major General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, officers from the Dubai Civil Defence headed by Major General Rashid Thani Al Matroushi, high ranking officers and commanders of the UAE Armed Forces.

He also received a large number of sheikhs, ministers, tribal dignitaries, Arab, Islamic and foreign residents who came to wish the wise leadership of the UAE more prosperity and success.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, this morning performed the Eid Al Fitr prayer at Sheikh Rashid Mosque at Zabeel, Dubai.

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 Chairman of Emirates Group, Sheikh Saeed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, a number of Sheikhs and worshipers performed the prayers alongside Sheikh Mohammed.

Imam Al-Sheikh Dr Omer Al-Khateeb called on Muslims who fasted for a whole month to thank Allah for glories He endowed on them during the holy month of Ramadan. He thanked the UAE leadership for its humanitarian and religious initiatives, which alleviate sufferings of the needy worldwide.

He cited several initiatives launched by Sheikh Mohammed, among others, the setting up of the Mohammed bin Rashid Quran Printing Centre, the UAE Water Aid Initiative ‘UAE Suqia’ to provide water to five million people, Salma Initiative to send relief aid to people of Gaza and others.

Dr Al-Khateeb congratulated Sheikh Mohammed for the initiatives, and others who contribute to the success of those initiatives.

"May almighty Allah rest the souls of late Sheikh Zayed, Sheikh Rashid and Sheikh Maktoum in eternal peace", Imam pleaded to Allah, wishing good health to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Vice President and the UAE people.

Mohamed bin Zayed performs Eid Al Fitr Prayer, receives well-wishers

General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, this morning greeted Eid Al Fitr well-wishers who poured into Al Mushrif Palace.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi accepted the greetings from a number of Sheikhs, senior officials, top army commanders, senior police officers, the Supreme Council for National Security and security authorities' officials, diplomats accredited in the UAE, representatives of international organisations, senior officials, dignitaries, citizens and expatriates.

They extended their warm greetings and good health wishes to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the occasion.

General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces performed today, along with worshippers Eid Al Fitr Prayer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (SZGM), Abu Dhabi.

Sheikh Saif bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Surour bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Adviser,  Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, Lt.General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy National Security Advisor, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chief of Abu Dhabi Crown Prince's Court, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Foreign Minister, Sheikh Omar bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation, Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Zayed Higher Organization for Humanitarian Care & Special Needs (ZHO), Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Advisor to the UAE President, Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development and Sheikh Ahmed bin Saif Al Nahyan, also performed Eid Al Fitr Prayer alongside the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince.
Among others who performed Eid Al Fitr Prayer with Sheikh Mohamed were a number of Sheikhs, top military and civil officials, members of Arab and Islamic Diplomatic Corps accredited to the country, worshippers, citizens and residents.

Al Sayed Ali al Hashemi, judicial and religious adviser to the Ministry of Presidential Affairs, delivered Eid sermon in which he praised merits of the Holy Month of Ramadan, the main pillars of Islam. He added that the teachings of Islam are for the benefit of both soul and human body's desires, reiterating that "On this day we renew our pleading to almighty Allah to unite Muslims."

Al Hashimi commended the UAE initiatives to assist brothers besieged in Palestine, citing the relief aid ordered by the wise leadership in this respect.

After the prayers, Sheikh Mohamed exchanged Eid greetings with worshippers, and visited the tomb of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, where he recited Surat Al Fatiha, praying to Allah to rest his soul in paradise for his good deeds to the people and nation.
At the end, the Support Units Team of the UAE Armed Forces fired three shots on this happy occasion.

Sharjah Ruler performs Eid Al Fitr Prayer, receives well-wishers

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah performed today at Al Badea Mussalla, Sharjah, Eid Al Fitr prayer along with Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah.

Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adviser to the Sharjah Ruler's office, Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Thani, Adviser at the Sharjah Ruler's Office, Sheikh Khalid bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Sea Ports and Customs, Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Corporation, Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs, other Sheikhs, ministers, top officials in Sharjah, dignitaries and worshippers from Arab and Islamic communities.

Sharjah Ruler attended the Eid Al Fitr Sermon, which was delivered by Sheikh Aziz Farhan Al Anzi, who urged worshippers to follow the teachings of Islam and the Sunnat (Course) of Prophet Mohammed Peace Be Upon Him (PBUH), calling on them to further continue performing the directives and guides of the Holy Month of Ramadan. He also explained to the audience Eid manners and benefits of Zakat Al Fitr.
Al Anzi also prayed to almighty Allah to preserve the UAE and spread security in the country. Following the prayer, Sheikh Sultan exchanged the Eid greetings with well-wishers.

The Sharjah Ruler received Eid Al Fitr well-wishers at Al Badea Al Amer Palace to congratulate him on the occasion of Eid al Fitr. They wished him good health, and more prosperity to the UAE.

In attendance were, Sheikh Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Deputy Chairman of the Executive Council.

Sheikh Sultan also received the greetings from Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Owais, Minister of Health, other senior officials, heads of federal and local departments, police officers and educational figures.

A number of other senior officials attended the reception.

Ruler of Fujairah performs Eid Al Fitr prayer

His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, this morning performed Eid Al Fitr prayer along with a group of worshipers at Eid grand Mussala in downtown, Fujairah.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, Sheikh Saleh bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Department of Industry and Economy in Fujairah, Sheikh Dr. Rashid bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Fujairah Authority for Culture and Information, Sheikh Maktoum bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Sheikh Saif bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Fujairah Free Zone Authority, Sheikh Eng. Mohammed bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Director of the Department of E-Government, a number of Sheikhs, senior local and federal officials, dignitaries, citizens and residents, performed the prayers along with the Ruler of Fujairah.  

Al- Sheikh Hamad Al Kindi, preacher at the General Authority for Islamic Affairs in Fujairah delivered the Eid sermon in which stressed the teachings of Islam and Ramadan values. "The Eid Al Fitr is the day for solidarity among people and peace.

He prayed for Allah to preserve the UAE welfare, and its President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

After the prayers, the Ruler of Fujairah received at Belremaila Palace in the presence of Fujairah Crown Prince a number of Sheikhs, senior officials, tribal dignitaries, heads of the local and federal departments, and others.

He accepted the greetings from senior army and police officers, citizens, representatives of Arab and Muslim communities. They wished him and President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, good health on the occasion. The well-wishers also wished more prosperity to the UAE and its people.   

The reception was attended by Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, Sheikh Saleh bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Department of Industry and Economy in Fujairah, Sheikh Dr. Rashid bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Fujairah Authority for Culture and Information, Sheikh Maktoum bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Sheikh Saif bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Chairman of the Fujairah Free Zone Authority, Sheikh Eng. Mohammed bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Director of the Department of E-Government, a number of Sheikhs, senior local and federal officials, dignitaries, citizens and residents.

RAK Ruler performs Eid al-Fitr Prayer, receives well-wishers

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras al-Khaimah performed today morning Eid al-Fitr Prayer at Grand Eid Musalla (praying site) in Khuzam area, Ras Al Khaimah.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince of Ras al-Khaimah also performed Eid Prayer with Sheikh Saud.

Among others who performed Eid Prayer along with the RAK Ruler were Sheikh Omar bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of RAK Customs and Ports Department, other Sheikhs, officials, a number of UAE citizens and members of Arab and Islamic communities.

Director General of the Ras Al Khaimah Foundation for the Holy Quran and Sciences, Sheikh Ahmed Al Shehhi delivered Eid Prayer, in which he stressed the merits of the Holy Month of Ramadan, thanking Allah for His gifts and blessings. He also highlighted the role of women in building the society, calling on the audience to adhere to the teachings of Holy Quran and Sunnat (course) of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).

He prayed to almighty Allah to preserve health of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates, Crown Princes, the U.A.E. people, and Arab and Muslim nations, as well as rest the spirit of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in eternal peace.

At the end of prayer, Sheikh Saud exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs, senior officials and worshippers.

Later on, the RAK Ruler received at Khuzam Palace Eid al-Fitr well-wishers. He also received the  Eid greetings from other Sheikhs, dignitaries, senior officials, heads of local and federal departments, and a number of police officers.

UAQ Ruler performs Eid al-Fitr Prayer, receives well-wishers

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, performed today Eid al-Fitr Prayer at the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Umm al-Qaiwain.

Sheikh Rashid bin Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Crown Prince of Umm Al Qaiwain, also offered prayer with UAQ Ruler.

Sheikh Humaid bin Ahmed Al Mu'alla, Sheikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Chairman of the Amiri Diwan in Umm Al Quwain, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Chairman of Museums and Heritage Department, other Sheikhs and a number of officials also performed prayer along with Ajman Ruler.

Sheikh Mohammed Ibrahim Humaid underscored in his sermon on the importance of exchanging visits among relatives, which promote tolerance and respect among people. He also prayed Al Mighty Allah to support President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Ruler of the Emirates.

The UAQ Crown Prince exchanged Eid greetings with Sheikhs, top officials and Emiratis on the occasion.

Later on, Umm Al Qaiwain Ruler received at his palace Eid al-Fitr well-wishers.

He also received greetings from Sheikhs, senior officials, heads of local and federal departments, senior police officers, UAE citizens, members of Arab, Islamic and foreign communities, who wished him good health and progress and prosperity for the UAE people under its wise leadership. 

Ruler of Ajman performs Eid prayer, welcomes Eid well-wishers

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, today perform the Eid Al Fitr Prayer at the Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi Mosque in Ajman.

Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, Sheikh Ahmed bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Ruler's Representative for Administrative and Financial Affairs, Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Ajman Tourism Development Department, Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Ajman Municipality and Planning Department, Sheikh Dr. Majed bin Saeed Al Nuaimi, Chief of Ajman Emiri Court, a number of Sheikhs, senior officials, and a crowd of citizens and members of the Arab and Islamic and  communities, also joined Sheikh Humaid in performing the prayer.
 
In his Eid sermon, Sheikh Hussein Al Hosani, Director of the Islamic Scientific Institute in Ajman, congratulated Muslims on the advent of Eid Al Fitr, urging them to strictly adhere to teachings of the Holy Book and Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) and to fear Allah, adopt good conduct and have mercy on each other.

"Eid is a day of joy, peace, reconciliation, family reunion and social communication," he said.

He prayed Allah Almighty to guide the UAE leadership to the right path and success for the service of the nation and people and to spare the UAE led by President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of Emirates from any harm.

Immediately after the prayer, Sheikh Humaid and Sheikh Ammar exchanged Eid greetings with  Sheikhs, senior officials, dignitaries and other well-wishers.

Later, Sheikh Humaid received crowds of Eid Al Fitr well-wishers at Al Zaher Palace.