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The Times of India
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Dubai to host Eid ul Fitr 2026 prayers in over 900 mosques, confirms timing in UAE emirate amid Iran vs US-Israel war

Dubai is preparing for one of its largest and most coordinated Eid ul Fitr 2026 prayer gatherings in recent years, with authorities announcing that more than 900 mosques across the emirate will host prayers, a ‘Muezzin Al Freej’ that reflects both the spiritual significance of the occasion and the logistical precision required in the current climate but this year’s celebrations come with a notable shift.

While the scale remains grand, the format has changed and marks a careful balance between tradition, safety and evolving regional realities.

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