The moon-sighting committee has invited all Muslims in the UAE to sight the crescent moon to herald the start of the month of Shawwal on Thursday evening.
April 20th corresponds with 29th Ramadan in the Islamic calendar.
The committee requests anyone who sees the crescent to contact the number 026921166 to be directed to the nearest court to record the testimony.
UAE President pardons 2,269 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Etihad
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has pardoned 2,269 prisoners across the UAE on the occasion of the 53rd Eid Al Etihad.
UAE condoles family of murdered Moldovan-Israeli national
The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences to the family of Moldovan-Israeli dual national Zvi Koga, who was murdered in the country a few days ago.
UAE releases rules for Eid al-Etihad celebrations
The Ministry of Interior has detailed certain rules for celebrants of the 53rd Eid al-Etihad, which is set to be marked on December 2.
UAE calls for protection of aid workers and UN personnel
The UAE joined at least 115 other UN member states calling for the protection of humanitarian aid workers and UN personnel working in conflict zones.
