UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan performed the Eid Al-Adha prayer on Wednesday morning at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi.
Joining him were senior members of the UAE leadership, including His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, ministers, senior officials and worshippers.
The Eid sermon focused on the importance of honesty, loyalty and sacrifice in strengthening societies and nations.
Dr Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, said honesty builds trust, stability and national unity, and highlighted the role of loyalty and public service in supporting the country’s continued development.
Following the prayer, Sheikh Mohamed exchanged Eid greetings with worshippers and joined fellow sheikhs in reciting Al-Fatihah in memory of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday condemned the attack on Barakah Nuclear Plant in the United Arab Emirates, adding that it was a flagrant violation of international law that put civilian lives, infrastructure, and the environment at grave risk.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov during his working visit to the UAE on Tuesday.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a special message on Tuesday describing Arafat Day as the day of "forgiveness, mercy, and completion of faith".
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