In a move to support worshippers observing voluntary fasts, the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has launched a structured iftar service at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah. This new initiative caters specifically to fasting Muslims on the White Days — the 13th, 14th, and 15th of each Islamic lunar month —
Despite the sweltering heat in Makkah on Friday, thousands of Muslim pilgrims gathered with unwavering devotion at the Grand Mosque, Masjid al-Haram, to observe the weekly Juma’at prayers under extreme weather conditions. With temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius, the spiritual commitment of the faithful remained unshaken as they stood shoulder to shoulder in prayer
In a bold move aimed at enhancing the safety and comfort of pilgrims, particularly children and the elderly, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has begun the free distribution of safety wristbands at key access points within the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah. The initiative, which is fully managed by Saudi authorities, is part of a broader
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the spiritual experience of pilgrims, the Saudi authorities have introduced a toll-free helpline system and physical support desks at the two most revered Islamic sites — Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid An-Nabawi in Madinah. The new service, launched by the Presidency of Religious Affairs, offers worshippers round-the-clock
In a move aimed at preserving the sanctity and continuity of worship at Islam’s two holiest sites, Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al‑Sudais, President of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, has mandated the appointment of backup imams and muezzins for every obligatory prayer at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi
In a remarkable display of honesty and integrity, a Nigerian pilgrim from Plateau State, Hajiya Zainab, has returned the sum of $5,000 she found at the revered Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, to its rightful owner—a fellow pilgrim from Russia. The incident, which occurred during a prayer session at the Grand Mosque, has drawn
On Friday, May 16, 2025 (18 Dhul Qadah 1446 AH), the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Masjid al-Haram, witnessed a significant moment of spiritual unity as the Friday Khutbah (sermon) was delivered by Shaykh Yasser al-Dawsari. This sermon, a cornerstone of Islamic worship, was broadcast live in Arabic and simultaneously translated into 11 languages, including English,
