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Last updated: 15 May 2026, 12:52 PM (Saudi time)
Saudi Ministry of Health has published a free Hajj health guide in 8 languages covering heat prevention, respiratory infections, food safety, first aid, and advice for high-risk groups.
A study presented at the EGU General Assembly shows the 2024 Hajj breached human survivability limits for four hours. While Hajj 2026 will be cooler, the research warns of future risks from climate change.
A structured week-by-week preparation checklist for Hajj 2026 pilgrims covering documents, medical, packing, spiritual preparation, and key dates from now until the Hajj begins on May 25.
A complete practical guide to performing Tawaf at the Ka'bah during Hajj 2026, covering the seven circuits, dua, Black Stone etiquette, crowd management, and common mistakes to avoid.
Saudi police arrested suspects with forged Hajj permits as the Interior Ministry confirms penalties of up to 7 years prison and 5 million SAR for Hajj fraud operations. Translated from Arabic sources.
Saudi Arabia has expanded shading and cooling at Mount Arafat to five times its previous size for Hajj 2026, covering 272,000 square metres with canopies, misting fans, and cooling units after the 2024 heat crisis.
20 years after embracing Islam, Uruguayan Muslim fulfills his Hajj dream in Makkah Arab News
Saudi Arabia removes 200,000 people from Mecca ahead of Hajj season—here's why Türkiye Today
Over a million Hajj pilgrims gather in Makkah amid soaring temperatures, tightened laws Khaleej Times
Mecca welcomes millions of pilgrims for Hajj amid sweltering heat | Daily Sabah Daily Sabah
7 tips for Hajj travellers, from pilgrims who have done it before Condé Nast Traveller Middle East
Over 205,000 Pilgrims Without Hajj Permits Expelled from Mecca Morocco World News