Breaking: Saudi Arabia declares day Muslims will celebrate Eid-el-Kabir

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia authorities person announced the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent. This marks the opening of the 12th period of the Islamic Calendar.

This was disclosed successful a connection shared by a Saudi-based quality agency, Haramain, connected X connected Tuesday, May 27. The quality level disclosed that Wednesday, May 28, would beryllium the archetypal time of Dhul Hijjah.

Muslims to observe Eid al-Adha connected Friday, June 6 Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Every year, Muslims astir the satellite question to Mecca to execute the Hajj during Dhul Hijjah, a signifier which is the past pillar of Islam.

Haramain further explained that Thursday, June 5, would beryllium the time of Arafat, and Friday, June 6, would beryllium the time of Eid-el-Adha. This is the biggest festival for Muslims.

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