Saudi Arabia’s moon sighting committee has confirmed that Eid ul-Fitr will be observed on Sunday, marking the conclusion of Ramadan after 29 days.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has also announced that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will be the first day of Eid ul Fitr.
Meanwhile, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Australia have announced that Eid will fall on Monday, following a complete 30-day fasting period.
The central moon sighting session in Saudi Arabia took place in Sudair, near the capital Riyadh, alongside observations in over 10 locations, including Makkah, Madinah, Tabuk, and Dammam.
Saudi astronomers reported that the new Shawwal moon was born at 2 PM and would remain visible on the horizon for eight minutes after sunset. Authorities were closely monitoring the sighting, with an official announcement expected. Differences in Eid dates between countries are a common occurrence due to regional moon sighting variations influenced by geographical conditions.
Experts suggested the possibility of the crescent moon becoming visible on Saturday evening, potentially concluding Ramadan. The Supreme Court had earlier urged citizens to look for the Shawwal moon on the evening of March 29, the 29th day of Ramadan.
Pakistan Awaits Moon Sighting Decision
In Pakistan, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is set to meet on Sunday to determine the sighting of the Shawwal moon. Meteorological experts predict favorable conditions for visibility, raising expectations for a unified Eid celebration. However, the final decision will depend on testimonies received.
Meanwhile, Australia, Malaysia, and Indonesia have officially declared Monday, March 31, as Eid ul-Fitr based on astronomical calculations and local moon sighting assessments.
The Australian Fatwa Council confirmed that the country will complete a full 30 days of Ramadan, with Sunday, March 30, as the final fasting day.
