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Monday, March 11, marked the first day of Ramadan for Muslims around the globe. The holy month marks a time for prayer, self-sacrifice, introspection, empathy, and family for believers. Above, people enjoy their Iftar meals at the Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque in Dubai.
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Dubai police personnel firing the cannon to announce the Iftar time on the first day of Ramadan at Expo city in Dubai.
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Ramadan decorations at Deira city centre.
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Residents offering prayers at Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab mosque in Dubai.
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Visitors gather to watch as Dubai police personnel prepare to fire the cannon to announce Iftar time on the first day of Holy month of Ramadan at Expo city in Dubai.
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Residents buying snacks for Iftar in Al Wasl road in Dubai.
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Ramadan in the UAE is a time when residents and visitors have the opportunity to experience various events, shopping promotions and prizes, as well as major discounts at shopping malls like the Mall of the Emirates, seen here decorated for the occasion.
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Residents shop at an hypermarket in Dubai.
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