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Last updated: 5 May 2026, 5:34 PM (Saudi time)
260 Iranian pilgrims arrived in Madinah on April 25, the first of 30,000 expected under a Tehran-Riyadh agreement for Hajj 2026. The reduced quota (down from 87,550) reflects conflict-era logistics constraints.
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.
Makkah meeting reviews animal health risk plan for Hajj Arab News
Hajj Minister Sends Off 391 Indonesian Pilgrims in First Departure Tempo.co English
Egypt Joins India, Indonesia, Turkey, Malaysia, and Other Key Nations as Saudia Launches Hajj 2026 Travel Operations, Welcoming Pilgrims to Jeddah with Over One Million Seats and a Fleet of 160 Aircraft to Ensure Seamless Journey for Thousands Travel And Tour World
Indonesia sends off 391 pilgrims in first batch for 2026 season ANTARA News
Umrah Visa from India 2026: Visa Types, Nusuk Steps, Cost & Rules Wego Travel Blog
20,553 Hajj pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia; one pilgrim dies daily-sun.com