In a major crackdown ahead of the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi Arabian authorities have expelled over 205,000 individuals who attempted to enter Makkah without valid Hajj permits. The Ministry of Interior confirmed the figure, noting that the measure is part of broader efforts to ensure safety, order, and the sanctity of the annual Islamic ritual.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered a well-coordinated drug trafficking syndicate using unsuspecting Hajj pilgrims as drug mules en route to Saudi Arabia. This major breakthrough followed the arrest of two intending pilgrims at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Kano, on May 26, 2025, during the outward clearance process for
In a remarkable celebration of tea culture, a Saudi Arabian man has established what is widely regarded as the first museum in the Arab world solely dedicated to the heritage and global journey of tea. Located in the thriving city of Al Khobar in the Eastern Province, the museum is the lifelong vision of Wael
In a massive enforcement operation aimed at preserving order and safety during this year’s Hajj, Saudi authorities have prevented more than 269,000 individuals without valid permits from entering the holy city of Mecca. This development comes as the Kingdom intensifies its crackdown on illegal attempts to participate in the sacred Islamic pilgrimage, which is expected
Makkah, Saudi Arabia – In preparation for the 2025 Hajj season, Saudi authorities have deployed 18 advanced weather monitoring stations across Makkah and the Holy Sites, including Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah, to ensure the safety and comfort of millions of pilgrims. The initiative, spearheaded by the National Center for Meteorology (NCM), is part of a
As preparations intensify for the upcoming Eid Al-Adha festivities, a significant shift is unfolding in livestock markets across Saudi Arabia, with prices of sacrificial animals witnessing a noticeable drop. This development follows a strategic policy decision by the Saudi government to exempt imported livestock from customs duties, a move that has been widely welcomed by
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
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
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
As the 2025 Hajj season gathers momentum, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has announced that it has already provided more than 78,000 medical services to pilgrims arriving from across the globe. The figure underscores the Kingdom’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the well-being and safety of all pilgrims participating in this year’s spiritual journey. According to
