Article #243361

France 24 - World News

France 24 - World News

Title What day again? French Muslims confused and frustrated over rival Ramadan dates Source France 24 - World News
Description Just after sundown on Tuesday, the new moon began to make the rounds of the earth, setting the starting date for the holy month of Ramadan for either February 18 or 19, depending on the country. But in France, a squabble over when to call the crescent sighting split Muslim leaders, prompting rival date announcements and in turn sparking major confusion. “Agree please, or I’ll go out and check the moon myself!,” one frustrated worshipper posted on social media.
Link https://www.france24.com/en/france/20260218-france-islam-muslims-confusion-rival-ramadan-dates-february-18-19-mosque-cfcm-lunar-moon-crescent Published At 2026-02-18 12:31:41 (1 week ago)
Created At 2026-02-18 12:32:35 Updated At 2026-02-18 12:32:35