With the sighting of the new crescent moon in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, the start of the final Islamic month, Dhul Hijjah, has been officially confirmed for May 18. This pivotal lunar event sets the schedule for key religious observances, most notably the Day of Arafah and the subsequent festival of Eid Al Adha. As the month typically spans 29 to 30 days, these sightings allow Muslim nations to align their calendars for the upcoming holy festivities.

Several countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Indonesia, Malaysia, Tunisia, and Turkey, have already synchronized their announcements to mark May 27 as the official day for Eid Al Adha. While most of these regions relied on traditional moon-sighting committees to verify the start of Dhul Hijjah, Turkey utilized established astronomical calculations to reach the same conclusion. With the dates now finalized, preparations are underway across these nations for the upcoming holiday.