Dubai: As the UAE prepares to welcome the first day of Eid al-Fitr this Friday, March 20, the familiar feeling of joy and anticipation is unmistakable.
Across the seven emirates, the rhythms of preparation are in full swing: malls are full of families looking for new clothes, homes are being scented with beautiful for the much-anticipated gatherings and world-class attractions of the country, from the cultural heart of Abu Dhabi to the vibrant skyline of Dubai, are ready to welcome millions.
Open Iranian aggression
This year, however, the festive crescent rises above a landscape characterized by a unique and lucid complexity. Following recent regional escalations and open Iranian aggression targeting critical infrastructure, the UAE finds itself on heightened alert. For the inhabitants of this nation, the message of the authorities has been unwavering: the celebration of Eid will continue in full spirit, but it must be supported by an unprecedented level of security, cooperation and conscientious responsibility.
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