LIVE updates for Eid al-Fitr 2023: Australia and Malaysia confirm the Eid date; Saudi Arabia and India have not yet seen the moon.

As Ramadan, a month-long fast, comes to an end, Muslims around the world are preparing for Eid al-Fitr 2023. 

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 The Eid's start date varies depending on when the moon is visible; this year, it is anticipated to be on Saturday, April 22. 

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Since the length of the lunar month is either 29 or 30, Muslims typically have to wait until the night before Eid to determine its date

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Local moon sighters will scan the horizon on Friday, April 21

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After sunset to look for the crescent moon in countries where Ramadan began on March 24. 

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Eid will be observed the following day if the new moon is visible (known as Chaand Raat). 

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If not, Muslims will continue to fast for another day to complete the 30-day period.

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