Eid ul Fitr Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Australia & More

The Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations have a starting date with the sighting of the crescent moon in Saudia Arabia, UAE, Australia, and other countries.

According to The Hindustan Times, the sighting of the Eid moon "is a practice that dates back centuries," with Muslim communities throughout the world "traditionally observing the sky with the naked eye or using telescopes."

When the crescent moon is confirmed, the news "spreads rapidly" and sets off "waves of excitement as families prepare for the festivities," the site reported...