moon-sighting

Astronomical calculations indicate that the Ramadan crescent is expected to appear on the evening of February 17, corresponding to Sha’ban 29

According to the cabinet resolution concerning public holidays in the UAE, Eid Al Fitr is celebrated from 1 to 3 Shawwal, with three days of holiday

Moon sighting will be possible with telescopes from parts of Central and Western Asia, as well as most of Africa and Europe