The announcement came following coordinated moon-sighting efforts across the Kingdom on the 29th day of Ramadan (1447 AH). Authorities had earlier urged Muslims to observe the sky for the crescent, which marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic lunar calendar.

Teams of astronomers and official moon sighters gathered at observatories in several regions, including Tumair, Sudair, Shaqra, Umm al-Qura, Al-Wajh, Halat Ammar, Qassim, Dammam, Madinah, and Hail. Despite extensive observations, no verified sighting of the crescent moon was reported.

After reviewing the submitted reports, the Supreme Court ruled that Ramadan will complete its full 30 days this year, in line with Islamic tradition when the moon is not sighted on the 29th day.

Eid al-Fitr prayers are scheduled to take place across the Kingdom on Friday morning. At Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, the prayer will be led by Sheikh Usaamah Khayatt at 6:30 a.m.

Eid al-Fitr, one of the most significant celebrations in Islam, marks the conclusion of a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection observed by Muslims worldwide.

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