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Saudi Arabia’s forces have intercepted 98 drones in the last 24 hours, the largest single-day wave of attacks since the U.S.-led war on Iran began. Most of the attacks were concentrated in the eastern region where the majority of the kingdom’s oil is produced,
Eid ul Fitr 2026 in Saudi Arabia depends on the Shawwal moon sighting on March 18. If sighted, Eid will be on March 19; otherwise, it will be celebrated on March 20.
Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 will be observed in India a day after Saudi Arabia. Eid-ul-Fitr 2026: With Ramadan reaching its final phase, the holy month in Islam, it will conclude with the final moonsighting day,
Another 26 drones intercepted, destroyed in Eastern Region, says Saudi Defense Ministry, as armed conflict in Middle East continues - Anadolu Ajansı
Saudi Arabia has called upon Muslims to sight the Shawwal crescent moon on Wednesday evening, March 18, 2026, to determine the start of Eid Al Fitr. This sighting dictates the end of Ramadan and the beginning of the festival.
Saudi Arabia said it has intercepted 61 drones over its territory since midnight. The country’s defense ministry provided no additional detail about the drones’ origin or intended targets.
There is never a definitive date for Eid every year. Has Saudi Arabia confirmed it for 2026? How the date is determined, more on the Islamic holiday.
Saudi Arabia's interior ministry has recently issued a stark warning to individuals that transport, employ, shelter or assist violators of residency and labour regulations will face a fine of up to SR100,