Saudi Arabia Urges Sighting of Ramadan Crescent Moon on Tuesday

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has called people to search for the crescent moon on Tuesday, as its sighting would signal the start of the holy month of Ramadan.

According to the state news agency SPA, the Supreme Court has asked individuals who spot the crescent moon, either by the naked eye or binoculars, to report it to the nearest court and provide testimony. Alternatively, they can reach out to the appropriate authorities for guidance.

For Muslims around the world, the sighting of the crescent moon signifies the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan.

Pilgrims who plan to travel to Makkah can acquire permits to perform Umrah during Ramadan and to pray at the Rawdah in the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah by using the Nusuk app provided by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.

The ministry advises pilgrims to perform Umrah only once during Ramadan to avoid overcrowding and allow others to perform the ritual.