Ramadan is not uniformly observed globally — the start date can vary by country or even be different mosque to mosque in the same city for a variety of reasons. But it all starts with a sighting of the crescent moon.

Ramadan 2025 begins today! The moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia, marking the start of the holy month. In India, the first Roza will be observed on March 2. Get the latest updates and information on Ramadan 2025.

Muslims prepare for Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection, starting at sunset Friday and ending March 30. Follow Newsweek's live blog.

The UAE has announced the start of Ramadan on Saturday, Mar. 1, after sighting the moon on Friday evening, Feb. 28. Read More: Abu Dhabi's Flying Taxi Launch Is Just Months Away The news was shared after Muslims in the country were asked to spot the moon.

The moon sighting before Ramadan is a practice that is a traditional and essential aspect of the Islamic faith as it determines the commencement of the month of fasting from dawn

The holy month begins… The moon has been sighted, Ramadan 2025 is officially here, and will begin on Saturday, March 1 in the UAE, as confirmed by the UAE Council For Fatwa this evening. The holy month marks a time of fasting,