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RIYADH, March 18, 2026 — Saudi Arabia has officially confirmed that Eid Al-Fitr 1447 AH will be observed on Friday, March 20, 2026, after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Wednesday evening.
As a result, the holy month of Ramadan will last 30 days across the Kingdom.
Shawwal Crescent Not Sighted
The Saudi Supreme Court announced that no confirmed sightings of the Shawwal crescent were reported on Wednesday, March 18, corresponding to the 29th of Ramadan.
Following standard procedure, the Court had earlier urged residents to observe the crescent and report verified sightings…
