Indonesia Begins Early Hajj Cost Planning as Fuel Prices Climb
Indonesia has started planning its 2027 and 2028 Hajj operations early to offset rising aviation fuel prices, which feed directly into the flight costs borne by pilgrims.
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Indonesia to Require Barracks Training for All 2027 Hajj Officials
Indonesia will require all 2027 Hajj officials to complete barracks-style training and will create a dedicated unit for the Arafah, Muzdalifah and Mina rites to improve pilgrim safety.
Indonesia Places 17,000 Regular Pilgrims in Premium Madinah Hotels
Indonesia has placed nearly 17,000 regular Hajj pilgrims in four-star and five-star Madinah hotels for the first time, with priority given to elderly pilgrims and those with special needs.
Saudi Arabia Sets New Medical and Payment Rules for 2027 Hajj
Saudi Arabia's 2027 Hajj timeline requires 1.5 doctors and 1.7 nurses per 1,000 pilgrims, mandatory Nusuk contracting with e-wallet payments, and operations through a single service provider.
Nusuk Umrah Visa: 66 Countries Can Now Apply Directly Online
Pilgrims from around 66 eligible countries can apply directly for an Umrah visa through Nusuk, while travellers elsewhere must use a licensed agent, with hotel booking now required before applying.
Saudi Health Officials Declare Hajj 2026 Free of Disease Outbreaks
Saudi health authorities say the 2026 Hajj concluded with no epidemiological outbreaks and no major crowd accidents, crediting heat mitigation, AI-guided pathways, and a large medical deployment.
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Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi drone headed for Mecca
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a drone before it entered Islam's holiest city, calling pilgrims' security a 'red line'
Houthi drone destroyed before entering Makkah’s airspace, Saudi Arabia says - Arab News
Houthi drone destroyed before entering Makkah’s airspace, Saudi Arabia says Arab News
Iran war live: Saudi coalition intercepts, destroys drone headed for Mecca
Saudi Arabia has intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone that was heading toward Mecca.
Maldivians in Makkah are safe: Shaheem - edition.mv
Maldivians in Makkah are safe: Shaheem edition.mv
Makkah governor thanks everyone who helped make Hajj 2018 a success - Arab News
Makkah governor thanks everyone who helped make Hajj 2018 a success Arab News
Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts over 'potential danger' in Mecca - Türkiye Today
Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts over 'potential danger' in Mecca Türkiye Today