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Last updated: 6 May 2026, 2:44 AM (Saudi time)
A practical guide to arranging the obligatory Hajj sacrifice (hady) for 2026, covering who must sacrifice, the three arrangement options, animal requirements, and what happens to the meat.
A practical and spiritual guide to the night at Muzdalifah during Hajj - covering what to expect, what to do on arrival, who can leave early, survival tips, and the deeper meaning of sleeping under the open sky.
The 10 most common mistakes first-time Hajj pilgrims make, from leaving Arafah early to Ihram violations and excessive photography, with practical prevention tips for each.
A practical guide to life inside Mina's 100,000-tent city during Hajj 2026, covering accommodation, daily routine, the stoning schedule, survival tips, and making the most of the spiritual opportunity.
Nearly 37,000 Pakistani pilgrims have reached Saudi Arabia as direct Jeddah flights begin May 4. A global overview of arrivals from Indonesia, India, Iraq, Sudan, and Nigeria ahead of the expected May 25-30 Hajj dates.
A comprehensive guide to the Day of Arafah during Hajj 2026 - the most important day of the pilgrimage. Covers timing, duas, spiritual significance, and practical tips to maximise worship.
How to travel to Mecca by Haramain High-Speed Railway during Hajj season Gulf News
Hajj faces extreme heat, safety challenges ahead of 2025 pilgrimage | Daily Sabah Daily Sabah
For Pilgrims Traveling Unofficially, Performing the Hajj Can Be a Harrowing Journey New Lines Magazine
Deaths during Hajj: How the pilgrimage turned fatal NBC News
Why this year’s Hajj was so deadly Vox
More than 1,300 People Died During 2024 Hajj; Authorities Cite Intense Heat and Unauthorized Pilgrims as Factors ASIS