Saudi Arabia declares Eid al-Fitr March 20, 2026 after moon not sighted
Saudi Arabia will celebrate Eid al-Fitr on Friday, March 20, 2026, after authorities confirmed the crescent moon marking Shawwal's start wasn't sighted on Wednesday. Haramain Sharifain Info announced the decision, stating Eid begins March 20. Nigerian Muslims await the Sultan of Sokoto's official confirmation for their country.
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