RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - The crescent moon, which marks the start of the Islamic month of Shawwal, has been sighted in Saudi Arabia. As a result, the Kingdom's Supreme Court has announced that Eid al-Fitr, the festival that marks the end of Ramadan, will be celebrated on Friday 21st April 2023.


The sighting of the crescent moon was announced by the Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court after a team of experts observed the sky at various locations across the country. The sighting marks the end of the month-long fasting period of Ramadan, during which Muslims abstain from food and drink from sunrise until sunset.


Eid al-Fitr is one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar, and is celebrated by Muslims all over the world. It marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, and is a time for family, friends, and community gatherings.


The festival is typically celebrated with morning prayers, followed by feasting and festivities throughout the day. It is a time for Muslims to reflect on their spiritual journey during Ramadan and to express gratitude for the blessings in their lives.


In Saudi Arabia, Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday, and many businesses and offices will be closed for the day. Families will gather to exchange gifts and share meals, and children will receive new clothes and toys.


The announcement of the sighting of the crescent moon and the date of Eid al-Fitr was met with joy and excitement across the country. Many Muslims took to social media to share their happiness and to wish each other a blessed Eid.


The Saudi Arabian authorities have urged people to celebrate Eid al-Fitr in accordance with the COVID-19 safety measures, and to avoid large gatherings to prevent the spread of the virus.


Eid al-Fitr is a time of celebration and joy for Muslims around the world, and the announcement of its date in Saudi Arabia marks the beginning of the festival season. Muslims all over the world will join together to celebrate the end of Ramadan and to express gratitude for the blessings in their lives.