In anticipation of the annual influx of millions of pilgrims for the sacred Hajj pilgrimage, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has rolled out an expansive and meticulously structured operational plan aimed at ensuring a seamless and spiritually enriching experience for worshippers at Islam’s two holiest mosques. The plan, which was disclosed by the General Authority
Saudi Arabia’s healthcare sector has once again demonstrated its capacity and preparedness as the Kingdom manages an influx of medical needs arising from the ongoing Hajj pilgrimage, with zero fatalities recorded so far. The Ministry of Health, in a statement monitored, confirmed that only five cases of heat exhaustion had been reported since the commencement
A group of Chinese pilgrims has captured global attention after a video of them voluntarily cleaning their surroundings in Makkah went viral on social media. The footage, which has been widely circulated across various platforms, shows the pilgrims, dressed in matching reflective vests, picking up litter and collecting trash in bags near their residence in
The city of Istanbul became the global centre of Islamic economic discourse on Friday as the second edition of the Global Islamic Economy Summit commenced, drawing attention from world leaders, economists, and policy shapers. The high-level event, hosted by the Al Baraka Forum for Islamic Economy, was formally opened in the presence of Turkish President
In a move aimed at enforcing stricter control over Hajj pilgrimage procedures, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has, for the first time, instituted temporary shelter centres specifically for Muslim pilgrims attempting to access the holy sites without valid Hajj permits. The two centres, located at the northern and southern entry points of Jeddah, serve as
After a quarter of a century filled with fervent prayers and unwavering faith, a 60-year-old Moroccan woman, Hajja Naima Nadeem, has finally seen her long-held dream of performing Hajj come to reality. For over 25 years, Hajja Naima consistently supplicated, hoping that her very first journey by air would be to the holy city of
As the countdown to the 2025 Hajj intensifies, Saudi Arabian authorities have issued a strong warning concerning extreme weather conditions anticipated during this year’s pilgrimage. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) in the Kingdom has forecasted scorching daytime temperatures ranging from 40°C to a blistering 47°C, marking what could be one of the hottest Hajj
In a groundbreaking move that underscores Saudi Arabia’s deepening commitment to digital innovation and global Islamic unity, the Kingdom has announced that the revered Arafat Sermon during the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage will be translated and broadcast live in 35 different languages. This monumental effort is designed to ensure that over five million Muslims from diverse
With the annual Hajj pilgrimage set to begin early next month, Saudi Arabia’s health authorities have issued a crucial advisory, urging all pilgrims to carry and consistently use umbrellas as a shield against the rising heat. This directive, coming from the Saudi Ministry of Health, is part of a broader strategy aimed at mitigating the
In a significant move to ensure the safety and well-being of millions of faithful journeying to the Holy Land for this year’s Hajj pilgrimage, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has launched an extensive Health Awareness Kit. This initiative, driven by the Saudi Ministry of Health, is part of the broader Health Sector Transformation Program and
