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Last updated: 4 May 2026, 1:39 AM (Saudi time)
33 stranded Bangladeshi Umrah pilgrims returned home after ministerial intervention, highlighting the importance of choosing licensed travel operators and maintaining proper documentation.
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Over 18 million foreign pilgrims perform Umrah in 2024, up 101% from 2022 Gulf News
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