UAE announces first day of Ramadan after moon sighting

UAE has officially confirmed that Ramadan 1440 will begin on Monday (May 6) - after the Ramadan crescent was sighted in UAE on Sunday morning. Dubai Media Office confirmed on Sunday evening that May 6 (Monday) will be the first day of Ramadan. According to a picture tweeted earlier by the local astronomy centre, the crescent was spotted in 'difficult' conditions using sophisticated imaging technology - from Al Ain's Jebel Hafeet. However, an official confirmation for the beginning of Ramadan 2019 (1440) was awaited by the moon-sighting committee, which will convene today after sunset. (Khaleej Times)