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UAE Fatwa Council announces first day of Rabi Al Thani as crescent spotted in Abu Dhabi
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The UAE Fatwa Council declared that September 13 will mark the start of the lunar month Rabi Al Thani 1448 AH after confirming the crescent moon sighting in Abu Dhabi. The decision followed analysis of scientific data and coordination with national scientific authorities.
WHY IT MATTERS
The announcement sets the official start of the Islamic month, affecting religious observances and public holidays in the UAE.
The UAE announced that Sunday, September 13, will be the first day of Rabi Al Thani 1448 AH, with Saturday marking the completion of Rabi Al Awwal.The Fatwa Council said the decision was made after reviewing scientific data related to the sighting of the crescent moon, in coordination with specialised scientific authorities and centres in the country.The announcement comes after a new the Rabi Al Thani crescent was captured in the UAE skies on Friday, offering a glimpse of the new lunar month ev...
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