Taliban Supreme Court declares Monday as start of Ramadan in Afghanistan

The Taliban Supreme Court declared Monday, March 11, the 21st of Ramadan, as the first day of the month.

This declaration signifies the beginning of a significant religious period for Muslims.

According to reports from national television, several individuals in the Maiwand district of Kandahar province claimed to have sighted the moon, prompting the acceptance of their testimonies by the “Qazi Mahal.” This decision has formalized the start of Ramadan.

Prior to this announcement, the Taliban Supreme Court had indicated that Monday was not the first day of Ramadan, creating some confusion among the populace.

Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban spokesperson, also affirmed on his social media page that, according to the verdict of the Sharia court, Monday is indeed the first day of Ramadan.

Alongside Afghanistan, other Islamic nations such as Saudi Arabia and Turkey have also declared Monday as the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, aligning with the Taliban’s decision.

Despite the observance of Ramadan, Afghanistan continues to grapple with a severe humanitarian crisis, exacerbated by ongoing conflicts, displacement of populations, and economic instability. The situation calls for urgent international attention and support to alleviate the suffering of the Afghan people.

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