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Last updated: 4 May 2026, 1:39 AM (Saudi time)
A comprehensive step-by-step guide to performing Tawaf at Hajj 2026: starting at the Black Stone, the seven circuits, Idtiba and Raml rules, the Hateem, Yemeni Corner, prayer after Tawaf, the Multazam, and practical crowd tips.
A complete step-by-step guide to Ihram for Hajj 2026: clothing rules for men and women, how to enter the sacred state, the full list of prohibitions, penalties for violations, and practical preparation tips.
Saudi Tourism Minister inspects Hajj 2026 facilities as 566,000 new beds are added to Makkah through a new temporary licensing system. New hospitality rules require all providers to obtain official approval.
A comprehensive accessibility guide for elderly and disabled pilgrims performing Hajj 2026: free wheelchairs, electric carts, proxy Hajj rulings, over-65 requirements, and practical tips for limited mobility.
A guide to Zamzam water for Hajj 2026: its 4,000-year history from Hajar's desperate search, where to find it in the Haram, how to take it home (5L bottle per pilgrim), the Sunnah of drinking it, and its geological uniqueness.
Over 50,000 international pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2026 from Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Malaysia, with the arrival phase continuing through May 21 across 12,000+ flights.
Saudi Arabia launches mobile passport counters for Hajj pilgrims Gulf News
Kenyan embassy in Riyadh warns of Saudi crackdown ahead of Hajj pilgrimage The Eastleigh Voice
Hajj 2026: Health conditions that may restrict permit approval Gulf Business
Hajj 2026: Health conditions that may restrict permit approval Gulf Business
Uzbekistan to Launch Hajj Season 2026 on 2 May Officially UzDaily.uz
Saudi Arabia sets Hajj health rules, restricts pilgrims with serious illnesses Gulf News