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Ramadan 2025: UAE using AI-powered

drones to spot crescent moon

The UAE will use AI drones to spot the crescent moon of Ramadan

The UAE will use AI drones to spot the crescent moon of Ramadan

The UAE Council for Fatwa is set to sight the crescent marking the beginning of the Holy

Month of Ramadan using AI-powered drones in a world first.

The groundbreaking initiative showcases the UAE’s leadership in adopting innovative

technological solutions, the Council said.

The use of AI-powered drones extends the concept of direct visual observation, which

remains the primary method for confirming the sighting of the crescent moon.

The Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) said: “Do not fast unless you see the crescent (of
Ramadan), and do not give up fasting till you see the crescent (of Shawwal), but if the sky is

overcast (if you cannot see it), then act on estimation.”

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