Ruling on the Difference of Moonrise Locations and the General Applicability of Sighting Across Lands
Must the people of one country fast upon the sighting of the crescent in another country if their moonrise locations differ, or does each country have its own ruling?
The difference in moonrise locations is not taken into account; if the crescent is proven in any country, it applies to all countries regardless of distance.
The difference in moonrise locations is not taken into account; if the sighting is established by two upright witnesses or by widespread report and is conveyed, fasting becomes binding on all lands, near and far.
The difference in moonrises matters; the people of one country are not bound by the sighting of another if their moonrise locations differ, and the distance for shortening the prayer is not the criterion.
Difference in moonrises is not considered; if the crescent is sighted and proven in one country, fasting becomes obligatory upon all Muslims worldwide due to general address.