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Last updated: 15 May 2026, 6:24 PM (Saudi time)
A complete guide to menstruation during Hajj 2026: what women can and cannot do, the Tawaf al-Ifadah vs Tawaf al-Wada' distinction, Sa'i rulings across the four madhabs, period delay medication, and practical tips.
A practical food and nutrition guide for Hajj 2026: what to eat in Makkah and Mina, snacks to pack, a nutrition strategy for the Hajj days, special dietary needs, and the Sunnah of moderate eating.
Saudi Arabia launches a "Hajj Without Luggage" service for 2026, collecting bags in advance and delivering them to pilgrim accommodation. Philippines, Malaysia, and other countries participate, with 330,000 bags expected.
A warning guide on Hajj 2026 scams: fake operators, phishing Nusuk websites, substandard packages, and visa fraud. Red flags to watch for, how to book safely through official channels, and what to do if scammed.
A complete step-by-step guide to performing Sa'i between Safa and Marwah at Hajj 2026: when to perform it, the green marker rules, duas, wudu requirements across the four madhabs, and practical tips.
A practical guide to the Hajj sacrifice (Hady) for 2026: who must sacrifice, acceptable animals, timing, how to arrange it through operators or Saudi sacrifice banks, the fasting alternative, and the distribution of meat.
Muslim pilgrims circle Mecca's Kaaba as Hajj ends africanews.com
Spanish Muslims Retrace Ancient Hajj Route on Horseback from Andalusia to Makkah Clarion India
AP PHOTOS: Millions of Muslims embark on the annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca AP News
Photos: Millions of Muslims embark on annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca Gulf News
Sky News Australia. . Over 1.5 million pilgrims are in Mecca for Hajj this year. Facebook
Saudi transport minister tours Hajj shuttle service for pilgrims Arab News