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UAE announces first day of Eid Al Adha

Tuesday, 27 May 2025 20:16

By ARN News Staff

The UAE Presidential Court has confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon, marking the start of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah on Wednesday, May 28.

This means Eid Al Adha will be observed on Friday, June 6, corresponding to the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah.

The announcement follows official moon-sighting procedures in confirming key dates in the Islamic calendar.

Friday 6th June first day of Eid Al Adha in UAE: Presidential Court#WamNews https://t.co/i82IQvlml5 pic.twitter.com/OxgGRFENAh
— WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) May 27, 2025

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