Saudi Arabia Calls for Eid Al Adha Moon-Sighting on Thursday

As Eid Al Adha approaches, Saudi Arabia has called on people in the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon on Thursday evening.

The Supreme Court has called upon Muslims throughout the Kingdom to sight the crescent of Dhul-Hijjah moon Thursday evening, Dhu al-Qi’dah 29, 1445 AH.

The Supreme Court urged whoever sights the crescent moon with naked eyes or through binoculars to report to the nearest court and register their testimony.

Eid Al Adha moon-sighting in Saudi Arabia

The Supreme Court expressed hope that those who are capable of sighting the crescent moon will join committees formed for that purpose in different regions and participate in such efforts that benefit Muslims.

The sighting of the crescent moon will confirm dates for Eid Al Adha in the Kingdom.

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