Egypt’s Dar Al-Ifta to Sight New Hijri Year Moon Tomorrow

Moon Sighting.

The Egyptian Dar Al-Ifta has announced that the start date for the new Hijri year, 1448 AH, will be determined through the sighting of the moon for the month of Muharram.

The institution stated that its religious and scientific committees will conduct the moon sighting tomorrow evening, Monday, 29 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH, corresponding to June 15, 2026. The official result will be announced following the completion of the formal observation.

Dar Al-Ifta emphasized that the beginning of Muharram and thus the start of the new Hijri year 1448 AH will be determined based on the outcomes of the moon sighting process in accordance with established religious guidelines.