Journalists have become used to reporting annual disasters at the hajj, the once-in-a-lifetime trip to Mecca that all Muslims ...

Recent allegations claiming that the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) spent over N1.64 billion on staff spouses during the 2025 Hajj exercise are not only false but appear to be part of a ...

Mecca, Saudi Arabia - May 30, 2025 : Umrah pilgrims from different countries in the courtyard of the Grand Mosque, Mecca, during the month of Ramadan 1446 H. Royalty-free licenses let you pay once to ...

The Saudi Ministry of Defense has released images of U.S.-made Raytheon MIM-104 Patriot missile systems deployed to protect Mecca and the Grand Mosque during the ongoing Hajj pilgrimage.

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has announced a strict ban on photographs, recording of videos or raising any political or sectarian expressions at the main Hajj sites.

The Hajj, one of the largest gatherings of humans on Earth, is meant to be undertaken by every adult Muslim once in their lifetime. It will begin in Saudi Arabia on June 4 and end June 9.

A pilgrim offer prayers after she cast stones at a pillar in the symbolic stoning of the devil, during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mina, near the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Tuesday, June ...

The watch, worn by such pilgrims during their rituals at the holy sites, is provided by the Mecca Health Cluster, as part of a healthcare policy utilizing advanced technologies during Hajj 2025.

The woman, who left for Hajj this week with her husband, carefully removed herself from all mosque, prayer and religiously oriented WhatsApp groups before traveling.

Explore the profound experience of Hajj, a spiritual journey that evokes deep emotions and reflections on faith. The author recounts their powerful memories of attending Hajj three times, highlighting ...

A total of 961,903 pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, according to the General Directorate of Passports, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on May 25. The ...

What vaccines are mandatory for Hajj 2025? Meningococcal, influenza, and COVID-19 vaccines- get them at least 10–15 days before travel for a hassle-free pilgrimage.