It has been confirmed that Monday, May 6 will be the first day of Ramadan in the UAE.
An official moon-sighting committee met in Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening after Maghrib prayers to determine the start of the Holy Month.
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar (Hijri) when Muslims around the world fast from dawn to sunset.
The month will end (usually 29 or 30 days) when the next crescent moon is sighted, also marking the start of Eid Al Fitr.
UAE President and H.H. Sheikh Mohammed discuss national priorities
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, at Al Marmoom in Dubai on Saturday.
UAE, regional partners condemn strike on medical complex in Gaza
The UAE has joined 17 other countries in condemning an Israeli airstrike on the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, which they say caused casualties among patients and medical personnel.
UAE, Mozambique Presidents discuss investment, energy and trade ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo on Saturday, during his working visit to the UAE.
UAE ministry confirms 10 Emiratis, 4 Indians killed in Fujairah crash
The Ministry of Interior has confirmed that 10 Emiratis and 4 Indians were killed in the Fujairah crash after relevant authorities completed the formal identification process.
