First International Pilgrims Land in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2026
First Hajj 2026 pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia on April 18 from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Turkey, and Malaysia, with 3.1 million seats allocated across 12,000+ flights.
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Hajj 2026 Proceeds Despite US-Iran Tensions and Ceasefire Uncertainty
Saudi Arabia confirms Hajj 2026 will proceed as scheduled despite a fragile US-Iran ceasefire expiring as the first pilgrims arrive. Makkah and Madinah remain protected by advanced defence systems.
Nusuk Card Now Mandatory for All Hajj 2026 Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has made the Nusuk smart card mandatory for all Hajj 2026 pilgrims, combining personal, medical, and accommodation data. The Nusuk app has surpassed 51 million users with over 130 digital services.
First Hajj 2026 Pilgrims Arrive as Global Operations Begin
The first international Hajj 2026 pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Turkey, and Malaysia, with 3.1 million seats across 12,000 flights allocated for the season.
Mandatory Vaccinations and Health Requirements for Hajj 2026 Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia requires all Hajj 2026 pilgrims to carry a valid quadrivalent ACYW meningitis vaccination certificate administered at least 10 days before arrival, with additional polio vaccine requirements for pilgrims from high-risk countries.
Makkah Entry Restricted and Umrah Suspended Until End of May 2026
Saudi Arabia restricted entry to Makkah from 13 April 2026 to Hajj permit holders only and suspended Umrah permits from 18 April to 31 May 2026 as the Kingdom prepares for the Hajj pilgrimage beginning around 25 May.
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Saudi Arabia employs AI to accommodate Hajj pilgrims - Anadolu Ajansı
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Hot Weather, Gusty Winds Expected for Holy Sites during Hajj - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
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Swift Intervention Restores Sight of Egyptian Hajj Pilgrim in Makkah - Asharq Al-Awsat | Explore World News Today
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Makkah Police Arrest Two Kyrgyz Residents for Hajj Fraud Involving Visit Visa Holders - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Makkah Police Arrest Two Kyrgyz Residents for Hajj Fraud Involving Visit Visa Holders وكالة الأنباء السعودية