Saudi news on moon sighting

Here are some recent news articles and updates on moon sighting in Saudi Arabia:

Latest News:

Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court has announced that the crescent moon of Ramadan has been sighted, marking the beginning of the holy month. (Source: Arab News, May 6, 2022)
The Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has announced that the crescent moon of Shawwal has been sighted, marking the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid al-Fitr. (Source: Saudi Gazette, May 31, 2022)

Previous News:

Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court has announced that the crescent moon of Muharram has been sighted, marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year. (Source: Al Arabiya, August 10, 2021)
The Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has announced that the crescent moon of Shawwal has been sighted, marking the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid al-Fitr. (Source: Saudi Gazette, May 24, 2021)

Moon Sighting Committee:

The Saudi Moon Sighting Committee, which is responsible for sighting the crescent moon and announcing the beginning of Islamic months, has been active in recent years. The committee is made up of experts from various fields, including astronomy, mathematics, and Islamic law.
The committee uses a combination of astronomical calculations and visual sightings to determine the beginning of Islamic months.

Importance of Moon Sighting:

In Saudi Arabia, the sighting of the crescent moon is an important event that marks the beginning of Islamic months, including Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. The sighting of the moon is also an important part of Islamic law, as it determines the start of fasting and other religious practices.

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Please note that the dates and times of moon sighting may vary depending on the location and time zone.