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Last updated: 4 May 2026, 1:38 PM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia has imposed fines of up to SAR 100,000 for facilitating unauthorised Hajj and up to SAR 20,000 for pilgrims performing Hajj without a permit, alongside 10-year re-entry bans for violators.
Makkah Police Arrest Five Residents for Violating Hajj Regulations Asharq Al-Awsat | Explore World News Today
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36,996 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia, two more die daily-sun.com
Kwara begins vaccination of pilgrims ahead of 2026 Hajj Punch Newspapers
Saudi tourism minister inspects hospitality facilities for pilgrims in Makkah ahead of Hajj Arab News
Watch: Saudi Arabia welcomes first group of Iranian Hajj pilgrims Gulf News