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Afghans celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr across the country
(Last Updated On: April 21, 2023)
Afghans celebrated Eid-ul-Fitr on Friday, across all provinces of Afghanistan, including Kabul, after the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) government declared the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr on Thursday night.
Hundreds of Kabul residents poured into mosques, and attended Eid prayers in large groups, with some residents saying they felt happier and safer.
Eid ul-Fitr signals the end of the holy month of Ramadan and the start of Shawwal, which is the 10th month in the Islamic calendar.
The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) authorities deployed extra security check posts in the major cities.
According to IEA police officials, the extra security measures were to ensure a safe and peaceful Eid celebration for city residents.