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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Kiswa Raised and Ka'bah Maintenance Completed for Hajj 2026
Saudi authorities completed 47 hours of Ka'bah maintenance and raised the Kiswa on April 18 with a team of 34 craftsmen, alongside Maqam Ibrahim beautification and 230+ cameras at Miqat stations.
Crown Prince Orders Full Security Mobilisation for Hajj 2026
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has ordered full mobilisation of security and operational plans for Hajj 2026, with new electronic monitoring, 230+ surveillance cameras, and mandatory Nusuk smart cards.
Ka'bah Maintenance Completed Ahead of Hajj 2026 Season
Saudi authorities have completed 4,700 man-hours of maintenance on the Ka'bah and Maqam Ibrahim, including marble restoration and expansion joint replacement, ahead of Hajj 2026.
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.
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Saudi Arabia bans entry into Makkah from April 18 Breaking - Independent News Pakistan
Saudi Arabia bans entry into Makkah from April 18 Breaking Independent News Pakistan
Hajj 2026: Nigeria Joins Global Rush to Reroute Around Saudi Curbs - thetraveler.org
Hajj 2026: Nigeria Joins Global Rush to Reroute Around Saudi Curbs thetraveler.org
Stopped by Saudi Arabia, the DPR urges the public not to be tempted by the Furoda Hajj offer - VOI.id
Stopped by Saudi Arabia, the DPR urges the public not to be tempted by the Furoda Hajj offer VOI.id
Nusuk card for Hajj 2026: What it is and why every pilgrim must have it - Gulf News
Nusuk card for Hajj 2026: What it is and why every pilgrim must have it Gulf News
Makkah access restricted to pilgrims and special permit holders ahead of Hajj - The National
Makkah access restricted to pilgrims and special permit holders ahead of Hajj The National
Makkah Entry Permit Requirement Takes Effect for Residents - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Makkah Entry Permit Requirement Takes Effect for Residents وكالة الأنباء السعودية