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Last updated: 6 Nov 2026, 7:39 AM (Saudi time)
Saudi air defences intercepted a drone heading toward Makkah on September 16, 2026, prompting a rare security alert and unified condemnation from the OIC, the Arab League, and the imams of the Two Holy Mosques.
Bangladesh has set September 24, 2026, as the final, non-extendable deadline for Hajj 2027 registration, with a national quota of 78,500 pilgrims.
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened Hajj 2027 preparations with meetings involving Hajj affairs offices from more than 75 countries, while officials reviewed Jeddah airport's performance.
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched Direct Umrah, a digital service letting pilgrims at home and abroad book approved Umrah packages online through authorized travel platforms.
The Umrah 1448 AH season is drawing to a close. Saudi Arabia set September 23 as the final date for Umrah pilgrims to enter the Kingdom and April 7, 2027 as the final date to depart.
Qatar's Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs opened Hajj 2027 registration on September 20, running to October 20, for a quota of 4,400 pilgrims. A health fitness certificate is now a mandatory first step.
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