US EditionSaudi Arabia Declares Date for Eid-El-Kabir
- Saudi Arabia has confirmed the observation of the new moon marking the start of Dhul Hijjah, establishing June 4, 2025, as the beginning of the Hajj pilgrimage.
- The announcement followed observations by Saudi astronomers on May 27 and reflects efforts to align with Saudi Vision 2030 goals for enhanced pilgrimage services.
- Over 1.1 million pilgrims have arrived in the kingdom through airports, land, and sea ports to perform the 2025 Hajj as of May 26, 2025.
- The authorities have announced a week-long holiday for employees in both the government and private sectors to mark Eid al-Adha, which will be celebrated on June 6 by those not participating in the Hajj pilgrimage.
- These preparations suggest a well-coordinated pilgrimage season with digital integration and advanced technologies to facilitate a smooth experience for pilgrims.
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Saudi Supreme Court confirms Arafat Day on June 5, Eid Al-Adha on June 6 - Daily Trust
The authorities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have announced sightings of the Dhul Hijjah crescent, which means, pilgrimage will start on June 4, while the day of Arafah will fall on June 5. Arab News said the announcement was made by the Supreme Court on Tuesday, adding that Muslims who are not performing the pilgrimage this year will celebrate Eid Al-Adha on June 6. The Supreme Court urged Muslims across the Kingdom to look out for the cresce…
Saudi Arabia declares date for Eid-el-Kabir
Saudi Arabian government has announced sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent. This means that the pilgrimage will start on June 4, 2025, while the day of Arafah will fall on June 5. Arab News reports that the announcement was made by the Supreme Court on Tuesday. Accordingly, Muslims who are not performing the pilgrimage this year will celebrate Eid-el-Kabir on June 6. Kingdom to look out for the crescent moon on Tuesday — Dhu Al-Qa’dah 29 — and …
Eid ul Adha 2025: When will UK celebrate as Saudi Arabia sights crescent moon for Dhul Hijjah
Muslims around the world are set to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha soon following the completion of the annual Holy Pilgrimage of Hajj - an obligation for all Muslims who fit specific criteria and also one of the five pillars of Islam.
Saudi Arabia Announces Hajj Pilgrimage From June 4
Riyadh/Internet/Hyderabad, May 29 (Maxim News) Saudi Arabia has announced that the annual Hajj pilgrimage to the Muslim holy site of Mecca will begin on June 4. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp The Saudi Supreme Court announces the dates for the hajj pilgrimage based on the sighting of the crescent moon in the last month of the Islamic lunar calendar. These dates change every year. This year, the Hajj pilgrimage will continue for four days from June…
Dhul Hijjah Crescent Moon Sighted in Saudi Arabia
Authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have confirmed the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent, officially marking the beginning of the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar. A message shared on Tuesday by Haramain, a Saudi-based online news platform, via X stated that Wednesday would be the first day of Dhul Hijjah. Muslims from across the world travel to Makkah for hajj during Dhul Hijjah. According to the Haramain’s message, June 5…
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