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Ramadan End Date and Eid al-Fitr: Clash Over Moon Sighting
Mar, 29 2025 Benjamin Calderwood

Ramadan End Date and Eid al-Fitr: Clash Over Moon Sighting

The announcement of Eid al-Fitr on March 30, 2025, by Egypt and Saudi Arabia has ignited a dispute with astronomers who argue the moon will be invisible then. The debate highlights whether Islamic events should rely on traditional moon-sighting or modern astronomy. Experts push for localized observations to reduce overseas dependence, reflecting broader global challenges in reconciling lunar practices with scientific forecasts.

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