According to astronomical calculations and moon observations, February 18, 2026, is marked as the last day of the month of Sha'ban, and Ramadan begins on February 19, according to the Hijri year 1447.
The start of fasting on February 19 has also been officially announced by countries such as Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Indonesia, Brunei, Oman, Singapore, Australia, Japan, Pakistan, India, Malaysia, and South Korea.
Additionally, the European Council for Fatwas and Research has confirmed that February 19 will be the first day of Ramadan.
