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Last updated: 9 May 2026, 2:34 AM (Saudi time)
Saudi police arrested suspects with forged Hajj permits as the Interior Ministry confirms penalties of up to 7 years prison and 5 million SAR for Hajj fraud operations. Translated from Arabic sources.
Saudi Arabia has expanded shading and cooling at Mount Arafat to five times its previous size for Hajj 2026, covering 272,000 square metres with canopies, misting fans, and cooling units after the 2024 heat crisis.
A complete step-by-step guide to the stoning of the Jamarat during Hajj 2026, covering the schedule, technique, crowd management, the multi-billion riyal Jamarat Bridge, and safety rules.
The US State Department has advised Americans to reconsider Hajj 2026 participation due to regional security concerns from US-Iran tensions. Saudi Arabia confirms Hajj proceeds as planned with full operational readiness.
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.
Flynas launches its largest Hajj operation, airlifting 147,000 pilgrims from 18 countries across Asia, Africa, and Europe in 33 days as part of Saudi Arabia's 3.1 million-seat Hajj airlift.
First batch of Hajj 2026 with 371 pilgrims departs for Mecca from New Delhi ANI News
Hajj 2026: First Batch Of 435 Pilgrims Begins Journey From Jammu Kashmir ETV Bharat
Saudi Arabia reiterates Hajj permit rule to safeguard pilgrims for 2026 Arab News
Hajj 2026: CSO seeks special committee to oversee Hadaya Tribune Online
Saudi Arabia Stresses Mandatory Official Permits for 2026 Hajj Season صوت الإمارات
Saudi Arabia Stresses Mandatory Official Permits for 2026 Hajj Season صوت الإمارات