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The Saudi Supreme Court has called on Muslims across the Saudi Arabia to sight the crescent moon of Shawwal on the evening of Wednesday, March 18, a move that will determine the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid al-Fitr.
The announcement was issued in an official statement on Monday, in line with the Umm al-Qura calendar, which indicates that Wednesday corresponds to the 29th day of Ramadan 1447 AH.
According to the court, if the crescent moon is sighted on Wednesday evening, Eid al-Fitr will begin the following day. If the moon is not seen, Ramadan will complete a 30-day cycle and Eid will begin a day later.
In the statement, the Supreme Court urged anyone who sights the crescent moon-either with the naked eye or using binoculars-to report their observation to the nearest court so their testimony can be officially recorded.
“The Supreme Court hopes that those capable of sighting the crescent will pay attention to this matter and join the committees formed in their regions for this purpose,” the statement said.
Members of the public who observe the moon were also advised to contact nearby administrative centres for assistance in reaching judicial authorities.
Official moon-sighting committees are expected to gather at sunset on Wednesday at several high-altitude locations across the Kingdom to observe the sky for the new moon.
The Supreme Court said the final decision on the start of Eid al-Fitr will be announced after all testimonies and observations have been verified by the relevant authorities.
