Breaking: Saudi Arabia announces sighting of moon, reveals day for Eid al-Adha

Saudi Arabia on Thursday announced the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon.

The sighting of the moon has now signifying the start of the 12th month in the Islamic calendar.

As a result, the holy month begins commenced on Friday.

The Hajj pilgrimage for the year 1445 AH (2024) will start on Friday, June 14, with the Day of Arafah scheduled for Saturday, June 15.

In light of this, the significant Muslim festival, Eid al-Adha, will be celebrated on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

The Day of Arafah, an important part of the Hajj pilgrimage, will occur on June 15.

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia had earlier called upon Muslims across the country to observe the crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah. This observation is crucial for determining the start of the new month and the exact date of the festival on the Islamic calendar.