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Photos: UAE residents, Muslims across the world mark Eid Al Adha

Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Shajrah: Muslims around the world celebrated Eid Al Adha on Sunday, which marks the end of the annual Haj pilgrimage and commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him).

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Residents across the UAE also marked Eid Eid Al Adha early with prayers. The celebration is also a time for charity, social gatherings, festive meals and gift-giving.

###People greet each other after Eid prayers at Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Dubai.
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Eid Al-Adha is an important occasion, also known as the “Festival of the Sacrifice”, marked by Muslims across the world with prayers, thanksgiving and animal sacrifice.

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It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him) to follow Allah’s command to sacrifice his son.

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In the UAE, it is celebrated with a four-day public and private sector holiday, starting from Saturday, August 10 to Tuesday, August 13.

###Indonesian Muslims offer Eid Al-Adha prayers at a street in Jakarta, Indonesia, August 11, 2019.
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Muslims around the world observe this important event. The holiday is a time for loved ones to come together for pray, share a meal and celebrate life’s blessings.

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The occasion is also a chance to reflect on lessons of sacrifice, and values like service, compasion and being there for neighbours.

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also delivered his Eid Al Adha message on social media.

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US Senator Beto O’Rourke also tweeted “Eid Mubarak”, greeting Muslims in America and across the world on this special day.

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