First day of Eid Al Adha announced in Oman
"The crescent moon of Dhu al-Hijjah 1446 AH has been sighted. Accordingly, tomorrow, Wednesday, will be the first day of Dhu al-Hijjah, and Friday, June 6, will be the first day of Eid al-Adha," the ONA said on X (formerly Twitter).
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