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Last updated: 20 Jun 2026, 5:11 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.
WHO hails Saudi Arabia's health measures after safe Hajj season The New Arab
Kano provides free daily bus service for pilgrims in Makkah Tribune Online
Unified Security Operations Center 911 in Makkah Region Serves as Vital Support for Pilgrims وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Journey to Mecca: Scenes from the annual hajj pilgrimage MSN
NAHCON commends stakeholders for hitch-free 2026 hajj operations Peoples Gazette Nigeria
Journey to Mecca: Millions gather for annual hajj pilgrimage Reuters