The first day of Eid Al Fitr will be marked in the UAE on Thursday, May 13.
That's because the Shawwal crescent was not sighted on Tuesday.
Wednesday, May 12 will be the last day of the holy month of Ramadan, and the following day, the first day of Eid Al Fitr.
#UAE announces that Wednesday, May 12, will be the last day of the holy month of Ramadan, and the first day of Eid Al Fitr will be on Thursday, May 13.
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 11, 2021
Sheikh Abdullah condemns attacks on civilian infrastructure in region
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, strongly condemned attacks on civilian infrastructure in the region, including schools, hospitals, universities, desalination plants, energy facilities, transport hubs and residential areas.
UAE President and US Senator discuss regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a virtual meeting with US Senator Joni Ernst to discuss UAE–US strategic cooperation and their shared commitment to strengthening ties.
UAE 'will emerge stronger' says H.H. Sheikh Mohammed, Cabinet approves new strategies
A cabinet meeting, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Sunday approved a series of national strategies and international agreements, to strengthen the country's resilience and global position.
Safety remains priority as UAE universities begin gradual return to campus
Higher education institutions in the UAE will begin a phased return to on-campus learning from Monday, under issued guidance, with the authority offering the option while keeping the safety of the students, faculty, and staff as its top priority.
