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Thousands delight in London Eid in the Square celebrations

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The free annual celebration, following the end of Ramadan, returned for its 18th year

Thousands of people descended on London's Trafalgar Square to mark Eid in the Square.

The event returned for its 18th year and celebrated Eid al-Fitr, the end of Ramadan, the holy month in the Muslim calendar.

It was hosted by the Mayor of London with this year's theme - Love For Everyone - focusing on bringing families and communities together.

Sadiq Khan said he was "delighted to once again host Eid in the Square".

He said there was "fantastic entertainment for all the family" which showcased "the very best of London's Muslim communities and celebrating their immense contribution to the capital".

"Our city's greatest strength is our diversity and celebrating the end of Ramadan together is another example of how we are building a better and fairer London for everyone."

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Sadiq Khan attended the Eid in the Square event in London
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This year saw for the first time, the Inspiring Muslim Awards, where unsung heroes from London's community, nominated by locals, are celebrated
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The event in Trafalgar Square marked the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting
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Thousands of Londoners celebrated the occasion in Trafalgar Square and enjoyed the good weather
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The festival of Eid marks the end of a month of fasting during Ramadan
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