{
  "id": 3205339,
  "title": "UAE leaders celebrate legacy of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH)",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/uae-leaders-celebrate-legacy-of-prophet-mohammed-pbuh",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T05:49:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-leaders-celebrate-legacy-of-prophet-mohammed-1.500651372"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 25, 2026, the United Arab Emirates' leaders took to social media to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). The Prophet's birthday is observed on the 12th day of Rabi Al Awwal, which fell on Tuesday, August 25, this year. As a result, UAE will be granted a public holiday on August 28, allowing citizens to celebrate over a long weekend.\n\nUAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan shared his reflections on the Prophet's legacy on X, formerly known as Twitter. He highlighted the qualities of mercy, compassion, and tolerance that the Prophet left behind, which raised goodness to a noble and enduring purpose. He also expressed hope that the nation, its people, and the world remain protected, and blessed with peace and security.\n\nAnother prominent UAE leader, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan echoed the same sentiments. He reiterating the importance of reflecting on the Prophet's legacy and hoping for a future where the nation and its people continue to be protected, and the region and the world experience lasting peace and security.\n\nIn a separate message, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, also took to X to commemorate the occasion. He wished the Islamic nation and its people a blessed day, and prayed for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to be returned to the Islamic nation, which he described as being in a state of goodness, safety, and security.",
  "summary": "UAE’s leaders took to social media on August 25 with special messages to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). His birthday is observed each year on the 12th day of Rabi Al Awwal, which this year falls on Tuesday, August 25. (The country will be getting a public holiday, on August 28, giving everyone a chance to celebrate over a long weekend.) Get updated faster and for FREE:…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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