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Last updated: 20 Jun 2026, 12:02 PM (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.
Iranians find 'peace and safety' in Mecca during hajj France 24
Timelapse shows Hajj pilgrims performing Tawaf in Mecca Al Jazeera
Muslims from around the world are gathering in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns Temple Daily Telegram
Saudi Arabia’s Al‑Mashaaer Metro Revolutionizes Hajj 2026 Travel, Two Million Pilgrims to Ride High‑Speed Eco‑Rail Between Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah Travel And Tour World
Hajj 2026: A sacred journey in pictures Gulf News