As Muslims in the UAE woke up to Eid Al Adha morning prayers, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended his warmest wishes to the nation and to Muslims around the world.
Sheikh Mohamed's Eid Al Adha Message
President Sheikh Mohamed took to social media to convey his message directly to the people: "I extend my heartfelt greetings to my brothers the Rulers of the Emirates, and to the citizens and residents of the UAE, and to Muslims the world over on the occasion of this blessed Eid Al Adha; may the Almighty grant peace to all of you and reunite our beloved Nation on the bonding of harmony."
Phone Calls to Gulf Leaders
Beyond the public message, Sheikh Mohamed personally called leaders of neighbouring Gulf states to mark the occasion. He extended Eid Al Adha greetings to Sultan Haitham bin Tariq of Oman, Sheikh Mishal Al Ahmad Al Jabr Al Sabah of Kuwait, and King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain.
During these conversations, the leaders exchanged wishes for good health and happiness for their peoples, praying for stability and prosperity across Arab Muslim countries and the wider world.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid's Eid Greetings
Dubai ruler and UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also extended Eid Al Adha greetings on X (formerly Twitter). He prayed for the acceptance of pilgrims' prayers as Muslims gathered on the plain of Arafat, sharing a set of illustrations depicting prayer and the Hajj pilgrimage.
About Eid Al Adha
Eid Al Adha is one of the two most sacred days in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. The celebration is marked by the ritual sacrifice of animals, with the meat distributed to family, neighbours, and those in need within the community.
