Eid Al Fitr

Egypt releases 2, 777 prisoners on occasion of Eid al-Fitr celebrations

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 - 12:30 GMT

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has issued Decision No. 158 of 2025, granting a pardon for the remaining sentences of certain convicts in honor of Eid al-Fitr and Sinai Liberation Day, which will be observed on April 25, 2025.

300 public parks in Cairo open doors to citizens for Eid al-Fitr celebrations

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 - 10:22 GMT

The Egyptian capital is home to approximately 300 public parks, all of which have opened their doors to citizens for the three-day holiday after undergoing extensive maintenance throughout Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar when Muslims worldwide fast from the dawn to the sunset, and upgrading their facilities to better accommodate the public.

On 1st day of Eid al-Fitr, thousands of Egyptians protest against displacement of Palestinians

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 - 07:37 GMT

Protesters held signs with slogans such as “No to Displacement,” along with Egyptian and Palestinian flags.

Egyptian President Sisi preforms Eid-al-Fitr prayer

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 - 06:50 GMT

Egyptians celebrated the first day of Eid al-Fitr, Monday, after Dar al-Ifta announced that the Shawwal crescent moon wasn't sighted on March 29.

President extends Eid Al-Fitr greetings to Egyptians, Arab and Muslim nations

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 - 06:49 GMT

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the great Egyptian people and to the Arab and Islamic nations,” the president said.

25 free medical convoys to serve citizens during first day of Eid al-Fitr

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 - 01:27 GMT

The convoys include specialties such as internal medicine, pediatrics, otolaryngology (ENT), orthopedics, surgery, ophthalmology, dentistry, cardiology, dermatology, obstetrics and gynecology, and family planning services. They also provide radiology and medical laboratory services, as well as referrals for cases requiring surgery to hospitals affiliated with the ministry.

Ahead of Eid Al-Fitr, Sisi prays for stability for Palestinians in their aspired state

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 - 12:05 GMT

Abbas extended his greetings to Sisi for Eid Al-Fitr, wishing that this occasion brings goodness, prosperity, and blessings to Egypt, Palestine, and the Arab and Islamic nations.

Egypt declares Monday as first day of Eid Al-Fitr after crescent moon sighting failure

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 - 05:23 GMT

Sunday will mark the final day of Ramadan, with jubilant Eid al-Fitr celebrations scheduled to commence on Monday, lasting for three festive days.

President Sisi exchanges greetings with world leaders on occasion of Eid Al-Fitr

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 - 03:51 GMT

President Sisi exchanged greetings with Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, Jordanian King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, King of Bahrain Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

Egypt to witness slight drop in temperature after heat wave

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 - 01:51 GMT

The weather will be warm during the day in Greater Cairo, Lower Egypt, northern Upper Egypt, and South Sinai, hot in southern Upper Egypt, and cool at night and early morning in most parts of the country.

Egypt to sight crescent for Eid al-Fitr this evening

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 - 10:16 GMT

If the crescent of Shawwal- the tenth month of Islamic Calendar - is sighted this evening, the beginning of the four-day celebrations of Eid Al-Fitr (the Feast of Breaking the Fast) will start on March 30. Meanwhile, it the crescent is not observed, the Eid al-Ftir will start on March 31.

President Sisi, UAE counterpart exchange greetings on occasion of Eid al-Fitr

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 - 11:59 GMT

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El Sisi received a phone call from Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates on Thursday.

Sisi pardons some convicts on occasion of Eid al-Fitr, Sinai Liberation Day

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 - 03:53 GMT

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi issued Decision No. 158 of 2025, granting a pardon for the remaining sentences of certain convicts in honor of Eid al-Fitr (the Feast of Breaking the Fast) and Sinai Liberation Day, which will be observed on April 25, 2025.

Hot weather expected during days of Eid Al-Fitr

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 - 10:19 GMT

Hot weather is expected to prevail in Egypt during the four-day vacation of Eid Al-Fitr (the Feast of Breaking the Fast) during the day, with temperatures cooling down in the evening, announced the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) on Thursday.

President Sisi attends Egypt’s Laylat Al-Qadr celebration in New Administrative Capital

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 - 08:41 GMT

Laylat Al-Qadr, or the Night of Decree, holds great significance for Muslims, being the most blessed night in the sight of the Creator.

Celebrating Eid Al-Fitr: Rekindling Nostalgic Vibes

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 - 01:21 GMT

Eid Al-Fitr is more than just a celebration; it’s a cherished celebration that evokes warm memories of togetherness and joy. From childhood moments filled with excitement to family gatherings filled with love, it carries a nostalgic essence that makes it truly special.

Exceptional visit for all inmates at rehabilitation centers on Eid al Fitr

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 - 03:30 GMT

The Interior Ministry decided Monday to grant all inmates at the rehabilitation centers one exceptional visit during Eid al-Fitr starting Saturday until Thursday, April 24.

Egypt announces four-day Eid al-Fitr holiday from March 29 to April 1

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 - 02:06 GMT

Egypt has declared a four-day paid holiday for both public servants and the private sector to mark Eid al-Fitr, set to begin on March 29 and end on April 1, 2025.

Egypt extends working hours for commercial venues till 2 am during Holy month of Ramadan

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 - 02:47 GMT

Egyptian Minister of Local Development Dr. Manal Awad announced extending the working hours of shops, restaurants and cafes until 2 am during the month of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.

Egypt's First Lady Entissar el-Sisi greets Egyptians on Eid al-Fitr

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 - 09:52 GMT

Egypt's First Lady Entissar el-Sisi has greeted Egyptians on Eid al-Fitr (Feast of Breaking the Fast.)

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