Ramadan Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia 2026 Update: Crescent Sighted, First Roza on February 18
The Saudi Supreme Court has confirmed the moon was sighted tonight, February 17, 2026. Consequently, Sha'ban concludes, and the first Roza in Saudi Arabia will be tomorrow, February 18. Taraweeh prayers in Mecca begin tonight.
Following the official deliberations of the Saudi Supreme Court on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, it has been confirmed that the crescent moon was sighted. The court has ruled that the month of Sha'ban concludes. With official sighting recorded tonight, the first day of the holy month of Ramadan will officially fall on Tuesday, February 18, 2026, in Saudi Arabia. Worshippers across the Kingdom will observe the first Taraweeh prayers on this evening. Ramadan 2026 Guide: Full List of What Breaks Your Fast and What Doesn’t.
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