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Eight Muslim states including Pakistan condemn Israel’s continued closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque

Eight Muslim states including Pakistan condemn Israel’s continued closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque

Foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan, United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar affirmed their absolute rejection of this illegal and unjustified measure, as well as Israel’s continued provocative actions at Al-Aqsa Mosque.

March 31, 2026

Moon sighted, Pakistan to observe Ramadan from Feb. 19

Moon sighted, Pakistan to observe Ramadan from Feb. 19

The crescent for Ramadan 1447 Hijri was sighted today, Feb. 18, making Feb. 19 the first day of fasting, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced.

February 18, 2026

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First day of Ramazan likely on Feb. 19: Pakistan space agency

Calculations indicate favorable conditions for moon visibility on Feb. 18, with the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission and the Pakistan Meteorological Department aligning in their forecasts, though the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee will make the official announcement.

February 13, 2026