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Last updated: 7 May 2026, 1:02 PM (Saudi time)
A structured week-by-week preparation checklist for Hajj 2026 pilgrims covering documents, medical, packing, spiritual preparation, and key dates from now until the Hajj begins on May 25.
A complete practical guide to performing Tawaf at the Ka'bah during Hajj 2026, covering the seven circuits, dua, Black Stone etiquette, crowd management, and common mistakes to avoid.
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.
Saudi Arabia Shuts Makkah to Unregulated Access: New Permit System Transforms Pilgrimage and Tourism Experience Amid Global Uncertainty and Rising Demand Travel And Tour World
Saudi Arabia sets April 18 deadline for Umrah pilgrims to leave Aaj English TV
Mecca entry restricted: Saudi Arabia bans expatriates without permit from April 13 Gulf News
Saudi Arabia temporarily halts issuing Umrah visas, restricts entry to Makkah ahead of Hajj 2026 Khaleej Times
Expatriates without permit barred from entering Makkah for Hajj season en.bd-pratidin.com
Saudi Arabia launches electronic Makkah entry permits for 1447 AH Hajj The Malaysian Reserve