The Times of India

'Eid ul Fitr 2026 on Friday' trends online: Do we pray twice? UAE Fatwa Council clarifies as prayer confusion goes viral

As Eid ul Fitr potentially falls on a Friday in 2026, the UAE Fatwa Council clarifies that both Eid and Jummah prayers are obligatory and must be performed separately. This ruling emphasises the distinct significance of each prayer, reinforcing consistency in religious observance and communal worship for Muslims in the UAE.