Saudi Arabia Calls for Sighting Ramadan Crescent Moon on Friday

Authorities sight the crescent moon marking the first day of Ramadan. (SPA)
Authorities sight the crescent moon marking the first day of Ramadan. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Calls for Sighting Ramadan Crescent Moon on Friday

Authorities sight the crescent moon marking the first day of Ramadan. (SPA)
Authorities sight the crescent moon marking the first day of Ramadan. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on all Muslims throughout the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon of the holy month of Ramadan on Friday evening, state news agency (SPA) reported.

The Supreme Court called on whoever sights the crescent moon by naked eyes or through binoculars to report to the nearest court and register their testimony, or to contact the nearest relevant department to guide them to the nearest court.

More than 1.5 billion Muslims around the world will mark the month, during which believers abstain from eating, drinking, smoking, and having marital relations from dawn until sunset. They also try to avoid evil thoughts and deeds.



KSrelief to Hold Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum in February

KSrelief to Hold Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum in February
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KSrelief to Hold Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum in February

KSrelief to Hold Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum in February

King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) is set to host the fourth Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum on February 24-25, 2025, under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
Themed "Navigating the Future of Humanitarian Response", the event will be held in partnership with UN humanitarian agencies and bring together leaders, donors, humanitarian workers, and experts from around the world, SPA reported.
The forum, held to coincide with the 10th anniversary of KSrelief, will feature several high-level panel discussions. Renowned researchers and experts from Saudi Arabia and abroad will explore topics such as the role of humanitarian diplomacy in addressing conflicts and disasters, delivery of humanitarian aid and relief supplies, and addressing displacement at a time of rising conflicts and natural disasters.
The forum will also feature side events, workshops, and various other activities.