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Saudi Arabia has introduced the official Eid Al Adha dates.

The Hajj season is drawing close to (Picture: Getty)

Saudi Arabia has formally confirmed the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon. This implies the ultimate month of the Islamic lunar calendar will start immediately, Monday Could 18, and Eid al-Adha will likely be noticed on Wednesday, Could 27.

In the meantime, Indonesia and Malaysia have declared that Monday Could 18 marks the start of Dhu al-Hijjah, with Eid al-Adha set to be noticed on Wednesday Could 27. Tunisia and Turkey have additionally confirmed the identical anticipated dates, with Turkey counting on a pre-calculated Islamic calendar relatively than bodily moon sightings. If formally sighted, Dhul Hijjah is predicted to start on Could 18, inserting Eid al-Adha on Could 27 and Day of Arafah on Could 26. Communities within the UK, UAE and throughout the Muslim world are anticipated to intently observe the announcement, though some might depend on native moon sightings.

5 days in the past04:12 Peter Hennessy

Colleges to shut and authorities workers granted depart

Authorities workers will likely be granted depart from Monday, Could 25 till Friday, Could 29, with regular working hours resuming on Monday, June 1.

Non-public faculties in Dubai may even shut from Monday, Could 25 till Friday, Could 29, it was beforehand introduced.

5 days in the past03:29 Peter Hennessy

That means of Eid al- Adha in Arabic

The Arabic phrase عيد (ʿīd) means ‘pageant’, ‘celebration’, ‘feast day’, or ‘vacation’.

The phrase عيد is a triliteral root (ʕ-y-d), with related root meanings of “to return, to rescind, to accrue, to be accustomed, habits, to repeat, to be skilled; appointed time or place, anniversary, feast day”.

5 days in the past01:43 Peter Hennessy

Newest assertion from Australia

The announcement has been made for Eid Al_Adha in Australia by the Imams Council.

5 days in the past00:32 Peter Hennessy

UAE broadcasts sighting of crescent moon

The United Arab Emirates, represented by the UAE Fatwa Council, introduced the sighting of the crescent moon of Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH on Sunday night, Could 17, 2026, after the completion of the required authorized and astronomical observations throughout the varied emirates.Due to this fact, Monday, Could 18, 2026, would be the first day of Dhu al-Hijjah. The primary day of Eid al-Adha will likely be Wednesday, Could 27, 2026.

Dhul Hijjah will start tomorrow after the crescent moon was “noticed in lots of elements of the UK”, the Sunni Moonsighting Board has introduced.

This implies Eid will fall on Could 27.

5 days in the past21:32 Lauran O’Toole

Morocco broadcasts Eid Al Adha date

Morocco’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs introduced on Sunday that Eid Al Adha will happen on Could 27.

5 days in the past20:15 Lauran O’Toole

What number of days is Eid-al Adha?

Eid-al Adha is well known for 3 days. 

India has introduced the primary day of Eid will likely be on Could 28.

5 days in the past18:08 Lauran O’Toole

South Africa introduced Eid-ul-Adha date

Following no confirmed experiences of moon-sighting the United Ulama Council of South Africa (UUCSA) has decided that Eid-ul-Adha will likely be on Thursday Could 28.

5 days in the past17:36 Lauran O’Toole

Jammu and Kashmir verify when the pageant will likely be celebrated

Though the crescent moon was not sighted in different Indian states, Jammu and Kashmir that the Dhul Hijjah moon has been noticed. 

s a end result, the pageant will likely be celebrated within the union territory on Could 27.

5 days in the past17:18 Lauran O’Toole

Pakistan and UAE verify crescent sighting

Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have additionally confirmed the sighting of Dhul Hijjah crescent.

The pageant will likely be noticed in these nations on Wednesday, Could 27.

6 days in the past17:03 Lauran O’Toole

Necessary dates

Here’s a checklist of the vital dates:

6 days in the past16:46 Lauran O’Toole

Saudi Arabia broadcasts official Eid Al Adha dates

Saudi Arabia has formally confirmed the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon.

This implies the ultimate month of the Islamic lunar calendar will start tomorrow, and Eid al-Adha will likely be noticed on Wednesday, Could 27.

The crescent of Dhul Hijjah has been sighted in Oman, it has been confirmed that the primary day of Eid Al Adha will likely be on Wednesday Could 27 2026.

Dhul Hijjah crescent has been sighted in Oman (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past16:18 Lauran O’Toole

No crescent noticed In India

The Dhul Hijjah crescent has not been sighted India.

Eid al-Adha will likely be noticed in India on Thursday Could 28.

6 days in the past15:45 Lauran O’Toole

Saudi Arabia to announce official moon sighting in 50 minutes

Saudi Arabia is predicted to announce the official sighting of the Dhul Hijjah moon in just below an hours time at 4.35pm.

This announcement will verify the beginning of Dhul Hijjah and decide the dates for each Hajj and Eid al-Adha, with many Muslim nations more likely to observe Saudi Arabia’s resolution.

Brunei, a tiny nation on the island of Borneo, has declared that the crescent moon was not sighted.

This implies Monday Could 18, 2026 would be the completion of Dhu Al Hijjah.

Tuesday Could 19 2026 would be the first day of Dhu Al Hijjah.

The nation will mark Eid Al Adha on Thursday Could 28.

6 days in the past15:25 Lauran O’Toole

Indonesia declares Dhu Al Hijjah and Eid Al Adha dates

Indonesia has declared that Monday, Could 18, 2026, marks the start of Dhu al-Hijjah, with Eid al-Adha set to be noticed on Wednesday, Could 27, 2026.

6 days in the past15:23 Lauran O’Toole

Malaysia broadcasts Eid Al-Adha date

Malaysia has introduced that Could 18 is the primary day of Dhul Hijjah. It means Malaysian Muslims will have a good time Eid on Could 27.

6 days in the past14:47 Catherine Mackinlay

Dwell stream for Dhul Hijjah moon sighting in Abu Dhabi

A reside broadcast from the Seal Astronomical Observatory in Abu Dhabi has been arrange as astronomers try and sight the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon.

The observatory, which is affiliated with the Worldwide Astronomy Middle, will monitor the sky on Sunday, Could 17 forward of the official Eid al-Adha bulletins throughout a number of Muslim-majority nations.

Sundown in Abu Dhabi is predicted at 6.57pm native time, with astronomers anticipated to start observations shortly afterwards.

The reside strem could be seen at @AstronomyCenter X account.

6 days in the past14:24 Catherine Mackinlay

Crescent not sighted in Brunei

Brunei has confirmed that the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon was not sighted through the nation’s official statement course of.

The Sultanate of Brunei introduced that Could 18 will full the month of Dhul Qa’dah, that means Dhul Hijjah will now start on Could 19.

In consequence, Eid al-Adha in Brunei is predicted to start on Thursday, Could 28, a day later than in another Muslim-majority nations which confirmed the crescent moon sighting on Sunday night.

6 days in the past14:14 Catherine Mackinlay

Indonesia and Malaysia announce Dhul Hijjah and Eid al-Adha dates

Indonesia has introduced that Eid al-Adha 2026 will start on Wednesday, Could 27.

In the meantime, Malaysia has confirmed that Monday, Could 18, will mark the primary day of Dhul Hijjah following the official moon sighting course of.

The sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon will decide the dates for each Hajj and Eid al-Adha, with Saudi Arabia’s resolution anticipated to be introduced at round 4.35pm UK time, based on Saudi-based information account Contained in the Haramain.

6 days in the past13:43 Catherine Mackinlay

Eid al-Adha 2026 UK date predicted as Could 27 by New Crescent Society

The New Crescent Society says Eid al-Adha 2026 is predicted to fall on Wednesday, Could 27 for a lot of Muslims throughout the UK.

The group predicts that mosques following Saudi Arabia, Morocco and native UK moon sightings are all more likely to observe Eid on the identical date this 12 months.

In keeping with the organisation, Saudi Arabia is predicted to seek for the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon on Sunday, Could 17, after shifting its official moon sighting date from Could 16.

The group mentioned the crescent moon is predicted to be seen in Saudi Arabia on Sunday night. Morocco can also be attributable to perform its moon sighting course of on the identical day.

East London Mosque (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past13:16 Catherine Mackinlay

Why some Muslims are calling this a ‘united Eid’

Some Muslim teams within the UK say this 12 months may carry a uncommon “united Eid” as a result of moon sighting dates are anticipated to align regionally, in Morocco and in Saudi Arabia.

The New Crescent Society mentioned completely different mosques in Britain typically observe moon sightings from completely different nations, which might result in communities celebrating Eid on separate days.

Nonetheless, astronomical situations this 12 months imply lots of the generally adopted moon sighting areas are anticipated to start Dhul Hijjah on the identical date.

The group says this might permit many Muslims within the UK to have a good time Eid al-Adha collectively on Wednesday, Could 27.

It added that some nations, together with Australia and South Africa, should still have a good time Eid on Could 28 as a result of the crescent moon is probably not seen there on Sunday night.

Many Muslim-majority nations are intently watching Saudi Arabia’s official Dhul Hijjah moon sighting announcement earlier than confirming their very own Eid al-Adha dates.

The start of Dhul Hijjah determines the timing of each Hajj and Eid al-Adha throughout nations that observe the Islamic lunar calendar.

Many countries look forward to Saudi Arabia’s resolution as a result of Hajj takes place within the kingdom, with key Islamic occasions such because the Day of Arafah linked on to the pilgrimage in Mecca. Eid al-Adha begins the day after Arafah.

If Saudi Arabia formally confirms the crescent moon sighting, Dhul Hijjah is predicted to start on Could 18, inserting Day of Arafah on Could 26 and Eid al-Adha on Could 27.

Some nations, together with Tunisia and Turkey, have already introduced anticipated Eid dates, whereas others are ready for Saudi Arabia’s official resolution earlier than making remaining confirmations.

Saudi males collect to identify the moon within the metropolis of Taif in 2010 (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past12:23 Catherine Mackinlay

Pakistan predicts Eid al-Adha may fall on Could 27

Pakistan’s area company SUPARCO says Eid al-Adha 2026 is more likely to start on Wednesday, Could 27 primarily based on astronomical calculations.

In keeping with the company, the brand new moon of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH is predicted to be born on Could 17, with situations doubtlessly supporting visibility in elements of Pakistan if skies stay clear.

SUPARCO mentioned Monday, Could 18, is more likely to mark the primary day of Dhul Hijjah.

Nonetheless, Pakistan has not but formally confirmed Eid dates, with the ultimate resolution anticipated from the nation’s Ruet-e-Hilal moon sighting committee following the official statement course of.

6 days in the past11:37 Catherine Mackinlay

UK-wide Dhul Hijjah moon sighting gatherings deliberate tonight

Muslims throughout the UK are making ready for public Dhul Hijjah moon sighting gatherings tonight as communities try to identify the crescent moon after sundown.

The New Crescent Society has introduced organised moon sighting occasions in cities and areas together with Bradford, Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Leeds, Leicester, Luton, Nottingham, Studying and South London.

The gatherings are set to happen after sundown on Sunday night, with organisers encouraging attendees to share crescent moon pictures if sightings are profitable.

Some Muslim communities in Britain depend on native moon sightings to find out the beginning of Islamic months, whereas others observe official bulletins from Saudi Arabia.

6 days in the past10:48 Catherine Mackinlay

Why Qatar, Turkey and Iran introduced Eid dates sooner than some nations

Some Muslim-majority nations are capable of announce anticipated Eid al-Adha and Dhul Hijjah dates sooner than others as a result of they use completely different strategies to find out the Islamic calendar.

International locations similar to Saudi Arabia historically look forward to an official crescent moon sighting after sundown earlier than confirming the beginning of a brand new Islamic month.

Nonetheless, Turkey depends on a pre-calculated Islamic calendar primarily based on astronomical knowledge relatively than bodily moon sightings, permitting authorities to publish dates properly prematurely.

Qatar has additionally shared anticipated Eid dates utilizing astronomical calculations forward of the official moon sighting course of.

Iran makes use of its personal moon-sighting system by way of the Estehlal Headquarters, which deploys statement groups throughout the nation to watch the crescent moon.

As a result of nations observe completely different spiritual and astronomical approaches, Eid dates can typically fluctuate by a day between nations and communities.

Doha skyline (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past10:09 Catherine Mackinlay

Eid al-Adha fireworks but to be introduced in UAE

Fireworks shows haven’t but been introduced for UAE Eid al-Adha celebrations this 12 months.

Fireworks are normally a significant a part of Eid festivities in a number of nations, however many shows have been cancelled throughout Eid al-Fitr earlier this 12 months attributable to regional unrest.

No locations have to this point confirmed whether or not fireworks occasions.

6 days in the past09:42 Catherine Mackinlay

Afghanistan confirms Eid al-Adha 2026 date after moon sighting resolution

The Supreme Courtroom of Afghanistan has shared an official Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH calendar following the nation’s moon sighting announcement.

Afghan authorities earlier confirmed that the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon was not sighted, that means Monday, Could 18, will mark the primary day of the Islamic month in Afghanistan.

Below the introduced schedule, Tuesday is predicted to be noticed because the Day of Arafah, whereas Eid al-Adha celebrations will start nationwide on Wednesday.

The replace was printed on the Supreme Courtroom of Afghanistan’s official X account alongside a calendar graphic for the sacred month of Dhul Hijjah.

Saudi Arabia has welcomed the primary Iranian pilgrims arriving by air for this 12 months’s Hajj pilgrimage, based on experiences from AFP and Al Arabiya.

Saudi Arabia’s Hajj ministry advised Al Arabiya that the primary group of Iranian pilgrims had landed within the Kingdom forward of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. The report was later referenced by Al Arabiya English on X.

The arrival comes as Saudi Arabia and Iran proceed enhancing diplomatic relations following the restoration of ties between the 2 nations in 2023.

6 days in the past08:55 Catherine Mackinlay

First picture of Dhul Hijjah crescent captured in Abu Dhabi

Astronomers in Abu Dhabi say they’ve captured the primary picture of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon forward of tonight’s official moon sighting course of.

The Worldwide Astronomy Middle mentioned the crescent was photographed throughout sunlight hours on Sunday morning from the Khatm Astronomical Observatory.

In keeping with the observatory, the moon was round 9 hours previous on the time of seize and positioned 7.8 levels away from the solar.

Specialists say the profitable picture seize may point out beneficial situations for the official crescent moon sighting later this night.

If the moon is formally confirmed after sundown, Monday, Could 18, would mark the beginning of Dhul Hijjah, with Eid al-Adha anticipated to start on Could 27.

6 days in the past08:40 Catherine Mackinlay

Qatar introduced anticipated Eid al-Adha 2026 dates

Qatar has introduced the anticipated dates for Dhul Hijjah and Eid al-Adha 2026 utilizing astronomical calculations forward of the official moon sighting course of.

Authorities mentioned Monday, Could 18, is predicted to mark the primary day of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH, whereas Eid al-Adha is forecast to start on Wednesday, Could 27.

A number of different Muslim-majority nations, together with Saudi Arabia, are nonetheless anticipated to attend for the official crescent moon sighting on Sunday night earlier than confirming Eid dates.

Tunisia and Turkey have already introduced the beginning date for Dhul Hijjah forward of the official moon sighting course of happening in a number of different Muslim nations.

Each nations mentioned Dhul Hijjah will start on Monday, Could 18, with Eid al-Adha anticipated to fall on Wednesday, Could 27.

Many different nations, together with Saudi Arabia, are nonetheless ready for the official Dhul Hijjah moon sighting on Sunday night earlier than confirming their Eid dates.

Crescent moon rises over the Selimiye Mosque in Edirne, Turkiye again in April (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past08:05 Catherine Mackinlay

Remaining faculty week begins forward of Eid al-Adha vacation

Immediately marks the start of the ultimate faculty week for a lot of earlier than college students and lecturers break for the Eid al-Adha vacation.

Faculty desks (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past07:45 Catherine Mackinlay

The place may the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon be seen tonight?

The UAE’s Astronomy Centre mentioned the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon could also be seen to the bare eye throughout elements of Central and Western Asia, North Africa and huge areas of the Americas.

It added that telescope sightings is also potential in elements of East Asia, southern Africa and southern South America.

Saudi males collect to identify the moon within the metropolis of Taif (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past07:29 Catherine Mackinlay

Muslims put together for tonight’s Dhul Hijjah moon sighting

Muslim nations around the globe are making ready to sight the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon tonight.

If the crescent moon is formally sighted tonight, tomorrow will mark the primary day of Dhul Hijjah, with Eid al-Adha anticipated to start on Wednesday, Could 27, 2026.

6 days in the past07:12 Catherine Mackinlay

Saudi Arabia’s Dhul Hijjah moon sighting announcement to form Hajj and Eid preparations

Azat TV stresses that Saudi Arabia’s name for the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon sighting on Could 17 will have an effect on Hajj journey, Eid scheduling and preparations throughout the Muslim world.

The official announcement will decide the beginning of Dhul Hijjah, serving to authorities, journey operators and pilgrims finalise Hajj timetables and Eid al-Adha preparations.

If the crescent moon is formally confirmed, Eid al-Adha is predicted to start on Could 27.

6 days in the past05:54 Callum Hoare

Climate situations may have an effect on moon sightings tonight

Cloud cowl and poor visibility in some areas may make it tougher for observers to substantiate the crescent moon tonight. Astronomy teams have warned that native climate situations might play a significant position in whether or not sightings are efficiently recorded in several nations.

A number of Gulf nations, together with Saudi Arabia, are anticipated to be among the many first nations to situation official moon sighting bulletins tonight. Muslim communities throughout Europe, Asia and Australia are more likely to observe developments intently as they await steering from their very own native spiritual authorities.

The time in Saudi Arabia is approaching 7am

6 days in the past03:40 Callum Hoare

What Muslims do on the night time earlier than Eid

The night time earlier than Eid is usually stuffed with preparation and celebration as households purchase presents, put together meals and organise outfits for morning prayers. Many Muslims additionally spend time in prayer and reflection forward of the vacation, whereas mosques put together for big Eid gatherings anticipated the next day.

6 days in the past03:00 Callum Hoare

How moon sightings are confirmed

Moon sightings are historically confirmed by trusted witnesses who report seeing the crescent moon after sundown. In lots of nations, spiritual councils overview these testimonies earlier than issuing an official declaration. Some authorities additionally work alongside astronomers and observatories to help the method.

If the crescent moon is just not sighted this night, Islamic authorities might resolve to finish one other full day of the lunar month earlier than Eid begins. This course of is adopted in lots of nations and is a part of the normal methodology used to find out vital Islamic dates. Official bulletins are anticipated as soon as observations have concluded.

6 days in the past00:46 Callum Hoare

Why Eid date can differ around the globe

Eid Al-Adha is set by the Islamic lunar calendar, that means the date will depend on the sighting of the crescent moon. Some nations depend on native moon sightings whereas others observe bulletins from Saudi Arabia or regional Islamic authorities. Due to this, Muslims in several elements of the world can sometimes have a good time Eid on completely different days.

6 days in the past23:40 Callum Hoare

Saudi Arabia begins preparation

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Courtroom has referred to as upon Muslims throughout the Kingdom to sight the Dhu Al-Hijjah crescent moon on the night of Sunday, Could 17.

It’s at the moment approaching 2am there so we’ve a while to go.

6 days in the past22:40 Lauran O’Toole

Mayor of London assertion on Eid on the Sq.

“Eid on the Sq. celebrates London’s numerous Muslim communities, with involvement and attendance from wider Muslim communities from London and overseas; Turkish, Center Japanese, Palestinians, Malaysians, Indonesians, North Africa and South Asian communities, and non-Muslims alike,” the Mayor of London web site reads.

“This is a chance for attendees to attach straight with hundreds of Londoners from the Muslim neighborhood, in addition to carry completely different communities collectively in a celebration on Trafalgar Sq..”

Khan says Eid on the Sq. celebrates London’s numerous Muslim communities (Picture: Getty) 6 days in the past22:26 Lauran O’Toole

Main celebration happening in London

The flagship London occasion, Eid on the Sq., will happen at Trafalgar Sq..

This free occasion will happen on Saturday, Could 30, from 12pm to 6pm, celebrating 20 years of Eid being hosted at this iconic central London venue.

Eid on the Sq. will happen at Trafalgar Sq. (Picture: London Metropolis Corridor) 6 days in the past21:49 Lauran O’Toole

When does the pageant happen?

The pageant takes place on the finish of the annual Hajj pilgrimage to the holy metropolis of Mecca and is marked by prayers, charitable giving, and household gatherings.

Though the primary celebration takes place on the primary day, Eid al-Adha is marked over three to 4 days, with continued visits, shared meals, and acts of charity all through.

6 days in the past19:35 Lauran O’Toole

When is Eid al-Adha in 2026 anticipated to start within the UK?

Within the UK and plenty of different nations it’s anticipated to begin within the night of Tuesday Could 26 or Wednesday Could 27, with the primary full day of celebration on Could 27.

6 days in the past18:38 Lauran O’Toole

Turkey will increase practice capability by 18,664 forward of Eid al-Adha journey rush

Turkey is boosting its railway capability to deal with a surge in passengers through the upcoming Eid al-Adha vacation interval.

The nation is growing its capability by 18,664 seats.

Transport and Infrastructure Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu mentioned: “We’ll present a complete capability improve of 18,664 seats by introducing further YHT companies and including additional wagons to mainline and regional trains through the Eid al-Adha vacation.”

The minister added that passenger capability on high-speed (YHT), mainline, and regional companies run by the Turkish State Railways (TCDD) will likely be elevated to deal with the additional demand from vacationers.

Turkey has boosted its railway capability throughout Eid al-Adha journey rush (Picture: Getty)

Eid al-Adha is among the most vital festivals within the Islamic calendar and is well known by Muslims around the globe.

The day normally begins with particular Eid prayers held in mosques and huge out of doors gatherings. Households and associates then come collectively to share meals and have a good time.

Many Muslims additionally give to charity and participate in Qurbani – the ritual sacrifice of an animal similar to a sheep, goat or cow.

The meat is usually divided between members of the family, neighbours and other people in want.

Eid al-Adha takes place through the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah and coincides with the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.

Muslims collect for Eid al-Adha prayers in Whitley Bay in 2023 (Picture: Craig Connor/ChronicleLive) 6 days in the past17:31 Catherine Mackinlay

Predicted Eid al-Adha 2026 dates if the Dhul Hijjah moon is sighted

Astronomers count on the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon might be seen after sundown on Could 17, with Saudi Arabia set to hold out the official moon sighting statement on Sunday night.

If the crescent moon is formally confirmed, the next dates are anticipated:

-Could 18 — First day of Dhul Hijjah

-Could 26 — Day of Arafah

-Could 27 — Eid al-Adha begins

If the moon is just not sighted, the present Islamic month of Dhu al-Qadah will full 30 days, that means Eid al-Adha may as an alternative start on Could 28.

Muslim communities within the UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia, India and Pakistan are anticipated to intently observe the official announcement.

7 days in the past17:11 Catherine Mackinlay

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Courtroom requires Dhul Hijjah moon sighting

The Supreme Courtroom of Saudi Arabia has referred to as on residents and residents throughout the Kingdom to search for the crescent moon marking the beginning of Dhul Hijjah on the night of Sunday, Could 17.

The sighting of the crescent moon will decide the start of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH – the ultimate month of the Islamic calendar – in addition to the dates for Day of Arafah, Hajj and Eid al-Adha 2026.

Observers are anticipated to watch the skies shortly after sundown, with a number of astronomical observatories throughout Saudi Arabia collaborating within the official sighting course of.

If the moon is formally sighted, Dhul Hijjah is predicted to start on Could 18, with Eid al-Adha seemingly falling on Could 27.

Saudi Arabia’s announcement is intently adopted by Muslim communities around the globe, together with within the UK, UAE, India and Pakistan.

Saudi observers search for the primary crescent moon (Picture: Getty) 7 days in the past17:01 Catherine Mackinlay

The non secular significance of the primary 10 days of Dhul Hijjah

The primary 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are thought-about among the many holiest durations within the Islamic calendar.

Muslims consider the times are particularly important as a result of all main acts of worship in Islam happen throughout the identical interval.

These embrace prayer, fasting, charity and the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.

Many Muslims additionally spend the times growing worship, reflection and charitable giving forward of Eid al-Adha celebrations.

The beginning of Dhul Hijjah is predicted to be decided following the official crescent moon sighting in Saudi Arabia on Could 17.

7 days in the past16:51 Catherine Mackinlay

Saudi astronomer says “no impediment” anticipated for Dhul Hijjah moon sighting

The director of the Astronomical Observatory at Majmaah College has mentioned there are at the moment no anticipated obstacles to stop the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon.

Abdullah Al Khudairi made the feedback forward of the official moon sighting statement anticipated to happen in Saudi Arabia on Could 17.

7 days in the past16:41 Catherine Mackinlay

When will Saudi Arabia announce the Eid al-Adha moon sighting?

Saudi Arabia is predicted to announce the official Dhul Hijjah moon sighting on the night of Could 17.

The Saudi Supreme Courtroom has requested Muslims throughout the Kingdom to search for the crescent moon after sundown, as its look will decide the beginning of Dhul Hijjah and the date of Eid al-Adha 2026.

Astronomers consider the crescent might be seen in elements of the Center East on Sunday night, with observatories together with Sudair, Tumair and Majmaah anticipated to watch the skies intently.

If the moon is formally sighted, Dhul Hijjah is predicted to start on Could 18, with Day of Arafah seemingly falling on Could 26 and Eid al-Adha starting on Could 27.

If the crescent is just not seen, the present Islamic month will full 30 days, that means Eid may as an alternative start on Could 28.

Majmaah College Astronomical Observatory (Picture: Getty)

Dhul Hijjah is the twelfth and remaining month of the Islamic calendar and is taken into account one of many holiest durations in Islam.

The month contains the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, the Day of Arafah and Eid al-Adha – one of many largest festivals within the Islamic calendar.

The beginning of Dhul Hijjah is set by the sighting of a brand new crescent moon, which is why Muslims around the globe intently observe official moon sighting bulletins every year.

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Courtroom has referred to as on Muslims throughout the Kingdom to search for the crescent moon on Could 17, with astronomers predicting it might be seen after sundown.

If the moon is formally sighted, Dhul Hijjah is predicted to start on Could 18, inserting Day of Arafah on Could 26 and Eid al-Adha on Could 27.

Some Muslim communities observe Saudi Arabia’s announcement, whereas others depend on native moon sightings, that means Eid dates can typically differ between nations.

7 days in the past16:27 Alice Scarsi

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