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British Muslims to celebrate Eid al Fitr on Friday
Some Muslims in the UK began fasting on February 18 and will fast the full 30 days.
Those who follow local and Moroccan moon sighting criteria began fasting a day later and will find out tomorrow if they too will fast the full 30 days.
If they do fast on Friday, then some Muslims may celebrate Eid on Saturday.
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A lot of people were keeping a keen eye on the Saudi Arabian announcement, which happened around 3pm UK time.
An announcement read: “The crescent moon has NOT been sighted in Saudi Arabia.
“Therefore, Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Friday, March 20.”
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