Why does Rajab 1447 start on 2025-12-23?

This Hijri date is based on the official moon sighting announcement in GB.

Islamic Crescent Observation for the UK (ICOUK)
UK-based moonsighting authority. Uses local visual sightings (with optical aid) and publishes verified hilal reports.

Explanation

According to Islamic Crescent Observation for the UK (ICOUK), the crescent moon marking the beginning of Rajab was sighted based on verified reports.

As a result, Tuesday, 23 December 2025 was declared as the first day of Rajab.

How was this date determined?

Official announcement (original text)

On Monday, 22nd December 2025 (29th Jumada-II 1447 AH), the Hilal of Rajab 1447 was sighted in the UK (Local), according to the rules of Shariah. Therefore, Jumada-II 1447 AH will have 29 days, and Rajab 1447 will start from Tuesday, 23rd December 2025, InshaAllah. Signed by (Ulama Panel): Maulana Yusuf Mota, Imam Sabri Alabri, Imam MirAzam Khan (& other guest ulama). Witnessed by: Eng. Qamar Uddin, ICOUK (22/12/2025 19:50 GMT)

Why dates may differ

Hijri months are determined by moon sighting practices, which may vary between countries and authorities. Alhabib reports official announcements without issuing religious rulings.

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