The image, taken at 4:30 am by the Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory, which is part of the International Astronomy Centre (IAC), shows the crescent moon of Rajab 1445 AH.
The centre stated via its X platform, "The crescent moon of Rajab 1445 AH was photographed during the day from Abu Dhabi by the Al Khatim Astronomical Observatory, which is part of the International Astronomy Centre. The photograph was taken on Dec.20, 2025 at 16:30 UAE time.”