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Last updated: 4 May 2026, 1:38 PM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia has deployed 22,000 municipal workers, 33,000 buses, mobile labs, and the world's largest road survey fleet for Hajj 2026, alongside a first-ever cybersecurity drill protecting digital infrastructure.
A comprehensive guide to the Day of Arafah during Hajj 2026 - the most important day of the pilgrimage. Covers timing, duas, spiritual significance, and practical tips to maximise worship.
A practical emergency guide for pilgrims separated from their group during Hajj 2026, covering immediate steps, prevention, available help resources, and what to do if you lose your passport.
A practical packing guide for first-time Hajj 2026 pilgrims covering the essential items veterans swear by - from UV umbrellas and power banks to blister prevention and the triple-copy document rule.
Over 5.7 million Indonesians face a 26-year wait for Hajj despite holding the world's largest quota of 221,000 places. Indonesia has reduced 2026 costs by $120 per pilgrim while exploring queue reform.
Saudi Arabia deploys 500 free golf carts, smart health-monitoring wristbands, and 800-bed hospitals for elderly pilgrims at Hajj 2026, alongside Islamic concessions that ease their physical obligations.
Saudi officials begin planning for Hajj 2026 with high-level coordination meeting in Makkah MSN
Saudi makes Hajj permits mandatory, warns violators of strict action madhyamamonline.com
Prospective pilgrims urged to verify authenticity of Hajj permits before making travel arrangements to Makkah Saudi Gazette
Maximum fine of SR100,000 for facilitating visit visas to individuals entering Makkah without a Hajj permit Saudi Gazette
Ghana’s Hajj advance team departs for Saudi Arabia Modern Ghana
Makkah police arrest Egyptian resident for publishing fraudulent Hajj ads MSN