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Saudi Arabia Says Eid al-Fitr to Start Friday

The Saudi Supreme Court announced Friday as the beginning of Eid. Photo: Majmaah University

The Shawwal crescent was spotted in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, meaning the first day of Eid al-Fitr will be on Friday.

The Saudi Supreme Court confirmed the sighting and announced Friday as the beginning of Eid.

Eid celebrations follow the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

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