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In countries including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab of Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, and Qatar, that happened Tuesday, while in Egypt, the Palestinian territories, and Jordan the conclusion -- marked by the Eid al-Fitr celebration -- occurred on Wednesday. Cairo-based photojournalist Hamada Elrasam captures a glimpse of the anticipation and celebration shared by all in Egypt. Show more Show less __________________________________________________________________ Men gather in Giza, just outside Cairo, for Eid prayers Wednesday. 1 Men gather in Giza, just outside Cairo, for Eid prayers Wednesday. Two friends pose for a photo after finishing the prayers in Giza. 2 Two friends pose for a photo after finishing the prayers in Giza. The rush is on at Cairo's main railway station. After a day's work in Cairo on the 29th and final afternoon of Ramadan, villagers head home for the Eid al-Fitr celebration with their families. 3 The rush is on at Cairo's main railway station. 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