worldwide public holidays news and updates of the past seven days
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Cayman Islands To Observe National Day of Wellness Public Holiday Gazette Office Cayman Islands Government (Grand Cayman) Cayman Islands legislators have approved without dissent a private member’s motion from independent MP Chris Saunders to declare the second Monday in October as a new annual public holiday for National Day of Wellness. The motion was passed unopposed, but still requires a Cabinet order to move forward.
Cayman Islands To Observe National Day of Wellness Public Holiday Gazette Office Cayman Islands Government (Grand Cayman) Cayman Islands legislators have approved without dissent a private member’s motion from independent MP Chris Saunders to declare the second Monday in October as a new annual public holiday for National Day of Wellness. The motion was passed unopposed, but still requires a Cabinet order to move forward.
Egypt CBE Declares July 2nd Bank Holiday The Central Bank of Egypt (Cairo) The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has announced that all banks operating in the domestic market will suspend operations on Thursday, July 2, in observance of the anniversary of the June 30 Revolution, with bank branches scheduled to resume normal operations and reopen to the public on Sunday, July 5, 2026.
Egypt CBE Declares July 2nd Bank Holiday The Central Bank of Egypt (Cairo) The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has announced that all banks operating in the domestic market will suspend operations on Thursday, July 2, in observance of the anniversary of the June 30 Revolution, with bank branches scheduled to resume normal operations and reopen to the public on Sunday, July 5, 2026.
Kazakhstan Rules-Out December 31 Public Holiday Electronic government of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Astana) The Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Askarbek Yertayev, has issued a statement ruling-out the possibility of declaring Thursday, December 31, 2026, a one-off public holiday. The Minister recalled that December 31 is one of the most profitable days of the year for entrepreneurs, especially those in retail and that on New Year's Eve Kazakhstanis traditionally go shopping, resulting in high demand at stores and markets, adding that "You can't simply tell one group of employees to take time off while the other group must continue working. Therefore, making December 31st an official holiday is not currently under consideration. Employers can decide to let employees go early.".
Kazakhstan Rules-Out December 31 Public Holiday Electronic government of the Republic of Kazakhstan (Astana) The Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Askarbek Yertayev, has issued a statement ruling-out the possibility of declaring Thursday, December 31, 2026, a one-off public holiday. The Minister recalled that December 31 is one of the most profitable days of the year for entrepreneurs, especially those in retail and that on New Year's Eve Kazakhstanis traditionally go shopping, resulting in high demand at stores and markets, adding that "You can't simply tell one group of employees to take time off while the other group must continue working. Therefore, making December 31st an official holiday is not currently under consideration. Employers can decide to let employees go early.".
Venezuela Bank Holiday June 29 Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario (Sudeban) The Venezuelan regulatory body for the banking sector, Sudeban (Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario) has announced that Monday, June 29, 2026, would be a bank holiday in Venezuela, on account of the upcoming Day of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, in line with the official list of 2026 public and banking holidays in Venezuela as announced last November by the Sudeban, in conformity with the Ley de Reforma Parcial de la Ley de Instituciones del Sector Bancario.
Venezuela Bank Holiday June 29 Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario (Sudeban) The Venezuelan regulatory body for the banking sector, Sudeban (Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario) has announced that Monday, June 29, 2026, would be a bank holiday in Venezuela, on account of the upcoming Day of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, in line with the official list of 2026 public and banking holidays in Venezuela as announced last November by the Sudeban, in conformity with the Ley de Reforma Parcial de la Ley de Instituciones del Sector Bancario.
Chandigarh Rules-Out Muharram Public Holiday Government of Chandigarh (Chandigarh) The Administration of the Government of India's Union Territory of Chandigarh has clarified that no public holiday had been declared for Friday, June 26, 2026, on the occasion of Muharram, contrary to viral social media notifications.
Chandigarh Rules-Out Muharram Public Holiday Government of Chandigarh (Chandigarh) The Administration of the Government of India's Union Territory of Chandigarh has clarified that no public holiday had been declared for Friday, June 26, 2026, on the occasion of Muharram, contrary to viral social media notifications.
Ecuador Declares June 26 Public Holiday Agencia de Noticias del Ecuador y Sudamérica (ANDES) Earlier tonight, Ecuador's President, Daniel Noboa Azín, declared tomorrow, Friday, June 26, 2026, as a one-off public holiday, to celebrate the country’s football team reaching the knockout phase of the FIFA World Cup with a shock 2-1 win over Germany. As per the aforementioned Executive Decree 431, the workday is officially suspended throughout the national territory, for both the public and private sectors, and this public holiday will not be recoverable.
Ecuador Declares June 26 Public Holiday Agencia de Noticias del Ecuador y Sudamérica (ANDES) Earlier tonight, Ecuador's President, Daniel Noboa Azín, declared tomorrow, Friday, June 26, 2026, as a one-off public holiday, to celebrate the country’s football team reaching the knockout phase of the FIFA World Cup with a shock 2-1 win over Germany. As per the aforementioned Executive Decree 431, the workday is officially suspended throughout the national territory, for both the public and private sectors, and this public holiday will not be recoverable.
Mali Declares Ashura Public Holiday Primature Portail Officiel du Gouvernement du Mali (Bamako) Mali's Minister of Labor, Public Service, and Social Dialogue has issued the communiqué No.2026-000012/MTFPDS-SG announcing that Friday, June 26, 2026, is a paid public holiday throughout the national territory, in accordance with Law No.05-040 of July 22, 2005, concerning public holidays. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The Minister of Labour, Public Service and Social Dialogue announces: In observance of Ashura—the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Muslim calendar—Friday, June 26, 2026, is a paid public holiday throughout the national territory.".
Mali Declares Ashura Public Holiday Primature Portail Officiel du Gouvernement du Mali (Bamako) Mali's Minister of Labor, Public Service, and Social Dialogue has issued the communiqué No.2026-000012/MTFPDS-SG announcing that Friday, June 26, 2026, is a paid public holiday throughout the national territory, in accordance with Law No.05-040 of July 22, 2005, concerning public holidays. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The Minister of Labour, Public Service and Social Dialogue announces: In observance of Ashura—the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Muslim calendar—Friday, June 26, 2026, is a paid public holiday throughout the national territory.".
Mexico FIFA World Cup Public Holiday June 30 Diario Oficial de la Federación (Ciudad de México) The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, has approved a public sector holiday in Mexico City on June 30, 2026, due to the Mexican National Team's match in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca Stadium, and to reduce the pressure on mobility in the capital during that day.
Mexico FIFA World Cup Public Holiday June 30 Diario Oficial de la Federación (Ciudad de México) The President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, has approved a public sector holiday in Mexico City on June 30, 2026, due to the Mexican National Team's match in the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca Stadium, and to reduce the pressure on mobility in the capital during that day.
Timor Leste Declares June 26 Public Holiday Press Release Government Of Timor-Leste (Dili) The government of Timor Leste has announced that it had decided to grant an additional day-off public sector holiday on Friday, June 26, 2026, in observance of the funeral ceremonies for former President of the Republic Francisco Guterres Lú Olo (Tolerância de Ponto no dia 26 de junho por ocasião das cerimónias fúnebres do ex-Presidente da República Francisco Guterres “Lú Olo”). As per the aforementioned press release, "Considering that Dr. Francisco Guterres, better known as Lú Olo, former President of the National Parliament and former President of the Republic between 2017 and 2022, passed away on June 21, 2026, in Malaysia, ..., A day off is granted on June 26, 2026, for the entire day".
Timor Leste Declares June 26 Public Holiday Press Release Government Of Timor-Leste (Dili) The government of Timor Leste has announced that it had decided to grant an additional day-off public sector holiday on Friday, June 26, 2026, in observance of the funeral ceremonies for former President of the Republic Francisco Guterres Lú Olo (Tolerância de Ponto no dia 26 de junho por ocasião das cerimónias fúnebres do ex-Presidente da República Francisco Guterres “Lú Olo”). As per the aforementioned press release, "Considering that Dr. Francisco Guterres, better known as Lú Olo, former President of the National Parliament and former President of the Republic between 2017 and 2022, passed away on June 21, 2026, in Malaysia, ..., A day off is granted on June 26, 2026, for the entire day".
Ghana Moves Republic Day Public Holiday Ghana Government Portal (Accra) Ghana's Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has issued the press statement Declaration of Friday, 3rd July 2026 as a Public Holiday. The aforementioned press release states that "The general public is hereby informed that Wednesday, 1st July 2026, marks Republic Day, which is a Statutory Public Holiday." but adds that "However, in view of the fact that 1st July 2026 falls on a Wednesday, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, has, by Executive Instrument (E.I), in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Act 601), as amended, declared Friday, 3rd July 2026, as Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country.".
Ghana Moves Republic Day Public Holiday Ghana Government Portal (Accra) Ghana's Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has issued the press statement Declaration of Friday, 3rd July 2026 as a Public Holiday. The aforementioned press release states that "The general public is hereby informed that Wednesday, 1st July 2026, marks Republic Day, which is a Statutory Public Holiday." but adds that "However, in view of the fact that 1st July 2026 falls on a Wednesday, His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, has, by Executive Instrument (E.I), in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Act 601), as amended, declared Friday, 3rd July 2026, as Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country.".
Kyrgyzstan Presidential Election January 27 Ministry of Labor Employment and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic (Bishkek) The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan has unanimously approved a bill which sets Kyrgyzstan's Presidential elections on the last Wednesday of January, beginning on January 27, 2027.
Kyrgyzstan Presidential Election January 27 Ministry of Labor Employment and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic (Bishkek) The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan has unanimously approved a bill which sets Kyrgyzstan's Presidential elections on the last Wednesday of January, beginning on January 27, 2027.
Castilla La-Mancha Announces 2027 Public Holidays Diario Oficial de Castilla-La Mancha (DOCM) The Regional Government Spokesperson of Spain's Autonomous Community of Castilla-La Mancha, Esther Padilla, has announced the list of 2027 public holidays in Castilla La-Mancha, in which the regional public holidays selected are to be be Corpus Christi and Castilla-La Mancha Day. As per Spokesperson Padilla, the regional government decided to establish Corpus Christi as a non-working day to replace the Feast of Saint Joseph, traditionally celebrated on March 19th, and similarly, Castile-La Mancha Day will replace the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, as this national holiday will fall on a Sunday in 2027.
Castilla La-Mancha Announces 2027 Public Holidays Diario Oficial de Castilla-La Mancha (DOCM) The Regional Government Spokesperson of Spain's Autonomous Community of Castilla-La Mancha, Esther Padilla, has announced the list of 2027 public holidays in Castilla La-Mancha, in which the regional public holidays selected are to be be Corpus Christi and Castilla-La Mancha Day. As per Spokesperson Padilla, the regional government decided to establish Corpus Christi as a non-working day to replace the Feast of Saint Joseph, traditionally celebrated on March 19th, and similarly, Castile-La Mancha Day will replace the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, as this national holiday will fall on a Sunday in 2027.
Ukraine Considers Restoration Of Public Holidays Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (Kiev) Bill No. 14403 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada which would restore official days off on public holidays that were canceled during the period of martial law. As per Law № 2136-IX, during martial law, weekday public holidays in Ukraine are de facto canceled (holidays and non-working days, defined by Article 73 of the Labor Code, are ordinary calendar days).
Ukraine Considers Restoration Of Public Holidays Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (Kiev) Bill No. 14403 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada which would restore official days off on public holidays that were canceled during the period of martial law. As per Law № 2136-IX, during martial law, weekday public holidays in Ukraine are de facto canceled (holidays and non-working days, defined by Article 73 of the Labor Code, are ordinary calendar days).
Egypt Moves June 30 Public Holiday Egypt State Information Service (Cairo) Egyptian Prime Minister, Mostafa Madbouly, has issued a decree declaring Thursday, July 2, 2026, as an official paid public holiday to mark the anniversary of the 30 June Revolution. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The holiday will apply to ministries, government departments, public authorities, local administration units, public-sector companies, and public business-sector companies".
Egypt Moves June 30 Public Holiday Egypt State Information Service (Cairo) Egyptian Prime Minister, Mostafa Madbouly, has issued a decree declaring Thursday, July 2, 2026, as an official paid public holiday to mark the anniversary of the 30 June Revolution. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The holiday will apply to ministries, government departments, public authorities, local administration units, public-sector companies, and public business-sector companies".
Gambia Declares Yawm al-Ashura Public Holiday Office of the President of the Gambia (Banjul) The President of the Gambia, Adama Barrow, has declared Thursday, June 25, 2026, as a non-working public holiday on account of the upcoming Yawm al-Ashura. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The Office of the President informs the public that His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia, has declared Thursday, 25th June 2026, as a public holiday throughout the country in observance of Yawm al-Ashura.".
Gambia Declares Yawm al-Ashura Public Holiday Office of the President of the Gambia (Banjul) The President of the Gambia, Adama Barrow, has declared Thursday, June 25, 2026, as a non-working public holiday on account of the upcoming Yawm al-Ashura. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The Office of the President informs the public that His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of The Gambia, has declared Thursday, 25th June 2026, as a public holiday throughout the country in observance of Yawm al-Ashura.".
Iran Delares 3-Day Public Holiday Islamic Republic News Agency (Tehran) The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Hassan Hassanzadeh, has announced a 3-day public holiday for the funeral ceremonies of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei who had been the supreme leader of Iran for over 36 years. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The farewell ceremony and prayers for the martyred leader's body will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 4 and 5, in Tehran's Grand Mosque, and the funeral will be held on Monday, July 6, and Tehran province will be closed for these three days".
Iran Delares 3-Day Public Holiday Islamic Republic News Agency (Tehran) The commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Hassan Hassanzadeh, has announced a 3-day public holiday for the funeral ceremonies of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei who had been the supreme leader of Iran for over 36 years. As per the aforementioned announcement, "The farewell ceremony and prayers for the martyred leader's body will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 4 and 5, in Tehran's Grand Mosque, and the funeral will be held on Monday, July 6, and Tehran province will be closed for these three days".
Pakistan Announces Ashura Bank Holidays The State Bank of Pakistan (Karachi) The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a BPRD Circular Letter announcing that the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), allied offices and public and private sector financial institutions "will remain closed for public dealings on June 25 and 26, 2026 (Thursday and Friday) on account of Ashura – 9th and 10th Moharram 1448 A.H., and which shall be observed as bank holidays.".
Pakistan Announces Ashura Bank Holidays The State Bank of Pakistan (Karachi) The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a BPRD Circular Letter announcing that the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), allied offices and public and private sector financial institutions "will remain closed for public dealings on June 25 and 26, 2026 (Thursday and Friday) on account of Ashura – 9th and 10th Moharram 1448 A.H., and which shall be observed as bank holidays.".
Algeria Declares June 25 Public Holiday Direction Générale de la Fonction Publique (Algiers) The Algerian Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security and the Directorate General of Public Service and Administrative Reform have announced that Thursday, June 25, 2026, would be a paid public holiday. As per the aforementioned joint announcement "On the occasion of the Day of Ashura and in accordance with Law 63-278 of July 26, 1963, as amended and supplemented, establishing the list of legal holidays, Thursday, 10 Muharram 1448 of the Hijra, corresponding to June 25, 2026, is a paid holiday for all staff of public institutions and administrations, public and private establishments and offices, as well as for staff of public and private companies, all sectors and legal statuses combined, including staff paid by the hour or by the day.".
Algeria Declares June 25 Public Holiday Direction Générale de la Fonction Publique (Algiers) The Algerian Ministry of Labour, Employment and Social Security and the Directorate General of Public Service and Administrative Reform have announced that Thursday, June 25, 2026, would be a paid public holiday. As per the aforementioned joint announcement "On the occasion of the Day of Ashura and in accordance with Law 63-278 of July 26, 1963, as amended and supplemented, establishing the list of legal holidays, Thursday, 10 Muharram 1448 of the Hijra, corresponding to June 25, 2026, is a paid holiday for all staff of public institutions and administrations, public and private establishments and offices, as well as for staff of public and private companies, all sectors and legal statuses combined, including staff paid by the hour or by the day.".
Guatemalan Bank Holiday Moved To June 26 Superintendencia de Bancos de Guatemala (Guatemala City) The supervisory body in charge of the banking sector in Guatemala (the Superintendencia de Bancos de Guatemala) has announced that Friday, June 26, 2026, had been declared as a bank holiday in Guatemala, on account of the annual, Día del Empleado Bancario which falls on July 1st. The suspension of operations will apply to banks, bank branches, financial institutions, insurance companies, bonding companies, general deposit warehouses, exchange houses, and microfinance institutions.
Guatemalan Bank Holiday Moved To June 26 Superintendencia de Bancos de Guatemala (Guatemala City) The supervisory body in charge of the banking sector in Guatemala (the Superintendencia de Bancos de Guatemala) has announced that Friday, June 26, 2026, had been declared as a bank holiday in Guatemala, on account of the annual, Día del Empleado Bancario which falls on July 1st. The suspension of operations will apply to banks, bank branches, financial institutions, insurance companies, bonding companies, general deposit warehouses, exchange houses, and microfinance institutions.
Kenya Rules-Out June 25 Public Holiday Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (Nairobi) Kenyan Government Spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, has dismissed the suggestion that Thursday, June 25, 2026, would be declared a public holiday and stated that June 25 will remain a regular working day.
Kenya Rules-Out June 25 Public Holiday Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (Nairobi) Kenyan Government Spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, has dismissed the suggestion that Thursday, June 25, 2026, would be declared a public holiday and stated that June 25 will remain a regular working day.
Kerala Moves Muharram Public Holiday Government of Kerala (Thiruvananthapuram) Earlier today, the General Administration Department of India's state of Kerala announced that, following the non-sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of the month of Muharram, the Kerala government has rescheduled the public holiday for Muharram from Thursday, June 25, to Friday, June 26, 2026.
Kerala Moves Muharram Public Holiday Government of Kerala (Thiruvananthapuram) Earlier today, the General Administration Department of India's state of Kerala announced that, following the non-sighting of the crescent moon marking the beginning of the month of Muharram, the Kerala government has rescheduled the public holiday for Muharram from Thursday, June 25, to Friday, June 26, 2026.
Paraguay Still Considering June 26 World Cup Public Holiday Portal Paraguayo de Noticias (PPN) The President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña, has stated that he was still unsure if he would declare Friday, June 26, 2026, as a one-off public holiday if Paraguay qualifies for the next phase of the World Cup in Thursday night's game against Australia. The declaration of this one-off public holiday would be made possible by last summer's promulgation of Law No. 7544, which gives legal authority to the president to declare up to three one-off public holidays per year, in special situations such as sporting events, historical anniversaries, or to promote domestic tourism and national trade.
Paraguay Still Considering June 26 World Cup Public Holiday Portal Paraguayo de Noticias (PPN) The President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña, has stated that he was still unsure if he would declare Friday, June 26, 2026, as a one-off public holiday if Paraguay qualifies for the next phase of the World Cup in Thursday night's game against Australia. The declaration of this one-off public holiday would be made possible by last summer's promulgation of Law No. 7544, which gives legal authority to the president to declare up to three one-off public holidays per year, in special situations such as sporting events, historical anniversaries, or to promote domestic tourism and national trade.
Seychelles Gazettes Extension To Independence Day Public Holiday State House Office of the President of the Seychelles (Victoria) The President of the Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, signed the Public Holiday (No.2) Order, 2026 which declares June 30, 2026, as a public holiday in the Seychelles. As per the aforementioned gazette publication S.I. 50 of 2026, "In exercise of the powers conferred by section 5 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap. 190), the President hereby makes the following Order —1. This Order may be cited as the Public Holiday (No.2) Order, 2026. 2. The 30 day of June, 2026 shall be observed as a public holiday in Seychelles.".
Seychelles Gazettes Extension To Independence Day Public Holiday State House Office of the President of the Seychelles (Victoria) The President of the Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, signed the Public Holiday (No.2) Order, 2026 which declares June 30, 2026, as a public holiday in the Seychelles. As per the aforementioned gazette publication S.I. 50 of 2026, "In exercise of the powers conferred by section 5 of the Public Holidays Act (Cap. 190), the President hereby makes the following Order —1. This Order may be cited as the Public Holiday (No.2) Order, 2026. 2. The 30 day of June, 2026 shall be observed as a public holiday in Seychelles.".
Venezuela Announces Battle of Carabobo Bank Holiday Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario (Sudeban) The Venezuelan regulatory body for the banking sector, Sudeban (Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario) has announced that Wednesday, June 24, 2026, would be a bank holiday in Venezuela, on account of the upcoming Day of the Battle of Carabobo, in line with the official list of 2026 public and banking holidays in Venezuela as announced last November by the Sudeban, in conformity with the Ley de Reforma Parcial de la Ley de Instituciones del Sector Bancario.
Venezuela Announces Battle of Carabobo Bank Holiday Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario (Sudeban) The Venezuelan regulatory body for the banking sector, Sudeban (Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario) has announced that Wednesday, June 24, 2026, would be a bank holiday in Venezuela, on account of the upcoming Day of the Battle of Carabobo, in line with the official list of 2026 public and banking holidays in Venezuela as announced last November by the Sudeban, in conformity with the Ley de Reforma Parcial de la Ley de Instituciones del Sector Bancario.
West Bengal Declares July 6 Syama Prasad Mookerjee Public Holiday Government of West Bengal (Kolkata) The Finance Minister of India's state of West Bengal, Swapan Dasgupta, has announced that the 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, on July 6, 2026, would be declared a state public holiday.
West Bengal Declares July 6 Syama Prasad Mookerjee Public Holiday Government of West Bengal (Kolkata) The Finance Minister of India's state of West Bengal, Swapan Dasgupta, has announced that the 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, on July 6, 2026, would be declared a state public holiday.
Iraq Announces Ashura Public Holiday Al Sumaria News (Baghdad) The Cabinet of Ministers of Iraq has declared Thursday, June 25, 2026, a public holiday across all ministries and government institutions to mark Ashura, the 10th of Muharram (Ashura).
Iraq Announces Ashura Public Holiday Al Sumaria News (Baghdad) The Cabinet of Ministers of Iraq has declared Thursday, June 25, 2026, a public holiday across all ministries and government institutions to mark Ashura, the 10th of Muharram (Ashura).
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