Abu Dhabi, Aug. 24 -- The crescent moon of Rabi Ul Awwal was not sighted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday, August 23, the International Astronomy Center (IAC) in the country announced on Sunday, August 24.

As a result, the month of Rabi Ul Awwal will start on Monday, August 25, following the completion of 30 days of Safar in the Hijri year 1447 AH.

The IAC confirmed on X that the crescent moon was not visible across the Arab region on Saturday, even with telescopes or advanced astronomical imaging. However, it is expected to be easily seen with the naked eye in most Arab countries on Sunday, though visibility may be more difficult in northern Asia.

Countries observing the first day of Rabi Ul Awwal on Sunday, August 24:

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