Middle East News: The annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca commences amidst a history of tragic incidents, including stampedes, attacks, and fires. Last year, over 1,300 pil ...

Over 1.6 million pilgrims perform Hajj in 2025 Incident-free Arafat day: Smart technologies help move crowds smoothly during Hajj ...

Hajj 2025: Over 1.6 million Muslims gather in Mecca. Know key rituals, dress code and weather in Saudi city Hajj 2025: Begining Wednesday, June 4 until Sunday, June 8, the devouts, braving ...

Saudi Arabia's Hajj overhaul includes policy updates and high-tech safety measures following last year's heat deaths.

More than a million pilgrims joined Islam 's most important rite under a beating sun on Wednesday, as the hajj kicked off with the Saudi hosts scrambling to avoid last year's 1,000-plus deaths in ...

Millions have made the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. The kingdom faces scrutiny over safety after more than 1,300 people died last year.

Over a million Muslims will gather in Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage this year. Hajj is a mandatory pilgrimage for Muslims, one of Islam's five pillars. Pilgrims must obtain permits and leave Saudi ...

For pilgrims, performing the Hajj fulfills a religious obligation and is also a deeply spiritual experience ...

Saudi officials said they had stopped 269,678 people without permits from entering Mecca, and blamed overcrowding at the Hajj on unauthorized participants. It also says they made up large numbers ...

What and when is Hajj? An illustrated guide, answers to 10 common questions An estimated 1.8 million Muslims are preparing to embark on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca which begins on June 4.

The start of Dhul Hijjah leads to the Hajj, a holy pilgrimage for Muslims, and Saudi Arabia has confirmed the Hajj start date. Here's when it begins.