Pilgrims perform the Umrah at the Holy Kaaba, as they start arriving to perform the annual Hajj at the Grand Mosque, in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia deploys full operational plans

Crown Prince orders full readiness to ensure safe pilgrimage

11 recruitment licences revoked in Saudi Arabia

Licences of11 recruitment offices revoked in Saudi Arabia

Job ads for domestic helpers and caregivers in Saudi Arabia posted outside at a recruitment agency's office in Manila.

Saudi warns of storms until Friday

Residents to avoid valleys and flood-prone areas

Amid the unstable conditions, the Civil Defence issued a safety advisory urging the public to exercise caution during heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, avoid valleys and areas prone to flash floods, and stay away from open or elevated spaces during lightning activity.

Saudi Arabia arrests over 14,000 illegal residents

Nationwide crackdown nets 14,487 labour and residency law violators, deports 12,554

Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia.

Pakistan rolls out Hajj flights with facility upgrades

Road to Makkah expanded to Lahore, streamlining travel for over 95,000 pilgrims

Pakistan’s pre-Hajj flight operation has also begun, with 1,357 pilgrims arriving in Madinah, according to APP.

Kaaba works complete as first Hajj pilgrims arrive

Saudi Arabia welcomes first pilgrims under Makkah Route Initiative for Hajj season 1447 AH

Hajj 2026: Kaaba works finished, first pilgrim flights land in Jeddah

Saudi Arabia bans all visas from Hajj without permit

All visa types banned from Hajj without permit, Saudi Arabia says

The Ministry of Interior said only those holding an official Hajj permit will be allowed to enter Mecca and the holy sites during the pilgrimage period, which runs from the start of Dhu Al Qi’dah until the 14th of Dhu Al Hijjah.

Hajj transport plan: 3.1 million seats, 12,000 flights

Air, rail, road and sea networks activated to move millions of pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has completed preparations to serve pilgrims during Hajj 1447, with over 3.1 million airline seats across 12,000 flights, and expanded rail services moving more than two million passengers.

Thunderstorms forecast across Saudi Arabia

Flash floods, dust storms, strong winds to hit most regions

Thunderstorms of varying intensity are set to affect most regions of Saudi Arabia.

Nusuk card: What Hajj pilgrims need to know

Mandatory smart ID that unlocks access, services and safety for every pilgrim

This aerial view shows Muslims visiting the Grand Mosque in the Saudi holy city of Mecca on June 8, 2025, at the end of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.

No Hajj permit? Saudi Arabia warns of heavy fines

The measures will apply from April 18 until mid-June, covering the peak Hajj period

Muslim pilgrims perform Hajj rituals

Work on Expo 2030 Riyadh site begins

Work on Expo 2030 Riyadh site begins

Construction begins at Expo 20230 Riyadh

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