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Alsharq Tribune- Mohamed Otaify
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon of Shawwal on the evening of Saturday, Ramadan 29, 1446 Hijri, corresponding to March 29, 2025. The sighting of the Shawwal crescent will mark the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid Al Fitr.
In its announcement, the Supreme Court urged anyone who sights the crescent moon—whether with the naked eye or through binoculars—to report their observation to the nearest court and register their testimony. The Court encouraged individuals capable of sighting the crescent to join regional committees formed for this purpose and contribute to the effort, which serves the broader Muslim community. People may also contact their nearest center to facilitate their report to the court.
This year, Ramadan began on March 1 in Saudi Arabia and most Arab countries. If the crescent moon is not sighted on Saturday, Ramadan will extend to 30 days, and Eid Al Fitr will commence on Monday, March 31. If the Shawwal crescent is sighted on Saturday, then Sunday, March 30, will be the first day of Eid Al Fitr.
Eid Al Fitr is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar, marking the end of the holy month of fasting.
