Sunday marks the first day of Eid al-Fitr, the holiday celebrated at the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Hundreds of thousands gather around the Ka'aba in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, while millions more across the Muslim world celebrate in their homes.
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Amos Harel
Fate of Syria VP casts shadows on end of Ramadan festivities
Damascus denies Farouk Shara's defection, yet fails to provide proof; meanwhile, departure of the UN observer team may fan the flames of violence across the country.
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