Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has officially declared Wednesday, April 10, as the first day of Eid Al Fitr, following the non-sighting of the crescent moon on Monday evening. This announcement signifies that the holy month of Ramadan will extend for 30 days this year in the Kingdom.
Previously, Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court had urged Muslims across the nation to watch for the crescent moon on the 29th day of Ramadan, corresponding to Monday, April 8, 2024, according to the Gregorian calendar.