EASA Tells Airlines to Avoid Iraqi and Iranian Airspace Until August 31
EASA has warned airlines to avoid Iraqi and Iranian airspace until 31 August 2026, a measure that may lengthen and reroute flights for Umrah pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia.
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Hajj 1448 Timeline Set: Wallet Transfers From July 15, Contracting From July 29
The official 1448 AH Hajj calendar sets out the season's key dates, with electronic wallet transfers via Nusuk Masar from 15 July, package contracting from 29 July, and Hajj visa issuance beginning in late January 2027.
Awareness Programs Expand in Makkah Hotel Prayer Rooms for Umrah Season
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Islamic Affairs has expanded multilingual religious guidance in the prayer rooms of hotels around the Grand Mosque for the 1448 AH Umrah season, pairing scholarly lessons with digital screens.
Pakistan Approves First Four-Year Hajj Policy With One-Time Registration
Pakistan's federal cabinet has approved its first four-year Hajj Policy for 2027 to 2030, replacing annual sign-ups with a one-time registration system, a Shariah-compliant savings scheme and a fully digitized process.
New Umrah Rules for 1448 Season: Shorter Visa Validity, Nusuk Bookings
For the 1448 AH season, Saudi Arabia has cut Umrah entry visa validity to 30 days, made confirmed Nusuk bookings a condition of visa approval, and made all visa types eligible to perform Umrah.
Indonesia Warns 2027 Hajj Costs May Rise on Saudi Price Hikes
A senior Indonesian lawmaker has warned that 2027 Hajj costs could rise due to higher taxes and prices in Saudi Arabia, as parliament reviews the budget to contain airfares and other expenses.
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Kemenhaj Supports Saudi Arabia's Efforts to Combat Intermediary Practices in Hajj Services - Kompas.com
Kemenhaj Supports Saudi Arabia's Efforts to Combat Intermediary Practices in Hajj Services Kompas.com
Turkish Man Dies While Praying at Konya Airport Before Umrah Flight - The Islamic Information
Turkish Man Dies While Praying at Konya Airport Before Umrah Flight The Islamic Information
Turkiye’s parliament ratifies Mecca defence agreement
Parliament's approval lays the groundwork for further Turkish involvement in Saudi Arabia's conflict with the Houthis.
Saudi coalition intercepts missile fired towards Medina
Interception comes after Saudi civil defence agency warned of potential danger near the strategic port of Yanbu.
Makkah committee reviews Hajj 2027 preparations - Madhyamam
Makkah committee reviews Hajj 2027 preparations Madhyamam
More travel packages, shorter trips on offer for Haj 2027 pilgrims - The Straits Times
More travel packages, shorter trips on offer for Haj 2027 pilgrims The Straits Times