Why this date?
According to Islamic Crescent Observation for the UK (ICOUK), the month began based on confirmed moon sighting.
On Wednesday, 18th February 2026 (29th Shaban 1447 AH), the Hilal of Ramadan 1447 was sighted in Guernsey, Channel Islands, British Isles (Local), according to the rules of Shariah. Therefore, Shaban 1447 AH will have 29 days, and Ramadan 1447 AH will start on Thursday, 19th February 2026, InShaAllah. Signed by (Ulama Panel): Maulana Abdullah Ahmed, Maulana Yusuf Mota, Imam Sabri Alabri, Mufti Abdul Waheed (& other guest ulama).
Source: Official website announcement. - Islamic Crescent Observation for the UK
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