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UAE to use AI drones to sight crescent moon for

Ramadan 2025

News

Ramadan

Written by:
Madie Murphy
2 days ago
They are AI-powered drones …

The UAE will deploy artificial intelligence (AI) drones to sight the crescent moon that marks the
beginning of Ramadan 2025.

The innovative approach to moon sighting aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of the
centuries-old tradition that determines the start of the Islamic Holy Month. The Ramadan Crescent
Moon Sighting Committee, operating under the UAE Council for Fatwa, has invited citizens and
residents to observe the crescent moon on the evening of Friday, February 28, 2025, corresponding
to 29 Sha’ban 1446 AH.

If you happen to spot the moon, you are encouraged to report the sighting. There’s an the official
hotline to call, 027774647 or an online form. The drones are expected to provide more precise data
and minimise errors in determining the start of Ramadan.
And while the drones will determine the date of Ramadan, its just around the corner, and while
most of us are looking forward to the reduced working hours, there are so many unique things to
look forward to doing in Dubai.

What is Ramadan?

Ramadan is a time when Muslims around the world abstain from eating, drinking, and smoking
between sunrise and sunset. Non-Muslims are also obliged to respect the fasting practices in

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