SHARJAH, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec 3, 2025--
The Emirate of Sharjah concluded its 54th Eid Al Etihad (Union Day) celebrations yesterday, Tuesday. This event showcased the nation’s rich cultural heritage alongside a journey of development, innovation, community belonging, and coexistence, attracting citizens, residents, and visitors from around the world.
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The celebrations spanned 14 days, from November 19 to December 2, and featured more than 250 activities that drew approximately more than 233 thousand participants across various cities and areas in the Emirate of Sharjah. This impressive turnout reflected the unique cultural character and identity of each region.
The events included spectacular marine and land parades, interactive educational workshops, and heritage exhibitions, alongside technology innovation corners showcasing robotic displays and smart experiences presented by Emirati youth. The celebrations also featured musical performances and traditional arts.
The celebrations highlighted the use of environmentally friendly materials and included educational workshops aimed at raising environmental awareness among children and youth. They also provided opportunities to explore traditional crafts and Emirati arts, effectively creating a bridge between authenticity and modernity. The programs focused on enhancing cultural interaction among citizens, residents, and visitors, making the Eid Al Etihad celebrations a rich experience that combines heritage, education, art, technology, community, and enjoyable interaction.
The 54th Eid Al Etihad (Union Day) celebrations saw broad participation from families, various segments of society, government departments, and cultural institutions. This edition became a global occasion reflecting the unity and cultural diversity of the UAE.
The celebrations projected a human-centered image that reinforces national identity, respects cultural diversity, promotes environmental sustainability, and embraces global openness to future-oriented ideas through the use of advanced technology. This edition of Eid Al Etihad became a global occasion reflecting the UAE’s unity, cultural diversity, and creativity, transforming the celebrations into a comprehensive community experience that enhances the value of unity and showcases the UAE’s distinctive values.
These celebrations reaffirmed Sharjah’s status as a global cultural hub that seamlessly blends heritage, art, technology, and education. They exemplified a pioneering model for tourism and international events, while delivering a global message that encourages cooperation among cultures and promotes innovation and creativity.
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Sharjah Concludes 54th Eid Al Etihad (Union Day) Celebrations with over 230,000 Visitors Across 250 Events (Photo: AETOSWire)
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool manager Arne Slot insisted there were no outstanding issues between him and Mohamed Salah after recalling the club great to the team for the 2-0 win over Brighton in the Premier League on Saturday.
Salah received a rapturous welcome from Liverpool fans after coming on as a first-half substitute and they chanted his name during and after the game at Anfield — including after he set up Hugo Ekitike for the second goal.
In an explosive outburst last weekend, Salah told reporters his relationship with Slot had broken down after being dropped for three straight games and that he felt like “someone doesn’t want me in the club.”
He was then left at home when Liverpool traveled to Inter Milan for a Champions League match on Tuesday, with Slot saying he did not know if Salah would play again for the club.
However, a few days later, Salah was back in the squad for the Brighton game after he held conversations with Slot on Friday.
“For me there is no issue to resolve. He is now the same as any other player,” Slot said after the game. “I usually never say anything about what we talk about, I am not going to make an exception now. But I think actions speak louder than what has been said and he was in the squad again.
“When I had to make my first substitution, I brought him in and he performed as every fan including me would like him to today. The moment he is there I like to use him when we need him. When he came in, he had the performance like you would want him to to give.”
After the final whistle, Salah applauded all four sides of Anfield — like some of his other teammates. Salah lingered in front of The Kop stand as fans chanted his name and patted the club crest on his jersey before leaving the pitch and heading to the Africa Cup of Nations with Egypt.
Slot did not think that was a farewell gesture by Salah.
“He wasn’t the only player who walked around the pitch, thanking the fans because the fans deserved a thank you from us," Slot said. “Mo is going to go to AFCON. I hope he is going to do very well. And in the meantime, we have to play here without him, without many players."
Salah was an unused substitute for the 3-3 draw with Leeds last Saturday, after which he opened up on his frustrations. Before that, he'd been an unused sub in a win at West Ham and came on at halftime of a home draw against Sunderland.
Salah is Liverpool's biggest star and also the club’s record scorer in the Premier League. He has four league goals in 14 appearances this season.
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Liverpool's Mohamed Salah applauds supporters after the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah applauds supporters after the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, centre, challenges for the ball with Brighton's Carlos Baleba, left, during the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, centre, during the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, centre, warms up prior to the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah warms up prior to the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah sits on the bench before the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah sits on the bench before the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Brighton and Hove Albion in Liverpool, England, Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
Liverpool's manager Arne Slot applauds at the end of a Champions League, league phase, soccer match between Inter Milan and Liverpool in Milan, Italy, Tuesday, Dec.9, 2025. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno)
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah smiles as he takes part in a training session in Liverpool, England, Monday, Dec. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Jon Super)
