Saudi Arabia

AI-powered ‘Saqr’ drone deployed for firefighting and rescue during Hajj

Saudi Civil Defense has introduced the AI-enabled Saqr drone to support firefighting and rescue operations during Hajj 1446, capable of high-altitude operations and real-time decision-making.

AI-powered ‘Saqr’ drone deployed for firefighting and rescue during Hajj

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance has welcomed the first group of 500 Palestinian pilgrims from the West Bank, comprising families of martyrs, prisoners, and the wounded.

Islamic Affairs Ministry greets 500 Palestinian pilgrims as King's guests

June 01, 2025

Islamic Affairs Ministry greets 500 Palestinian pilgrims as King's guests

Hajj security commanders reviewed the security and organizational plans for this year's Hajj season in a press conference held in Makkah on Sunday.

Saudi Arabia drives 205,000 unauthorized pilgrims out of Makkah and busts 415 fake Hajj offices

June 01, 2025

Saudi Arabia drives 205,000 unauthorized pilgrims out of Makkah and busts 415 fake Hajj offices

The Hajj Security Forces arrested the violators at the entry points to Makkah while transporting 94 individuals without Hajj permits.

Penalties for 20 people for transporting unauthorized pilgrims

June 01, 2025

Penalties for 20 people for transporting unauthorized pilgrims

Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif tours field hospital in Arafat after inaugurating it on Saturday.

Interior Minister inaugurates field hospital in Arafat and inspects Hajj Media Operations Center

June 01, 2025

Interior Minister inaugurates field hospital in Arafat and inspects Hajj Media Operations Center

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SAUDI ARABIA

AI-powered ‘Saqr’ drone deployed for firefighting and rescue during Hajj

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AI-powered ‘Saqr’ drone deployed for firefighting and rescue during Hajj

SAUDI ARABIA

Islamic Affairs Ministry greets 500 Palestinian pilgrims as King's guests

2 hours ago

Islamic Affairs Ministry greets 500 Palestinian pilgrims as King's guests

SAUDI ARABIA

Saudi Arabia drives 205,000 unauthorized pilgrims out of Makkah and busts 415 fake Hajj offices

2 hours ago

Saudi Arabia drives 205,000 unauthorized pilgrims out of Makkah and busts 415 fake Hajj offices

SAUDI ARABIA

Penalties for 20 people for transporting unauthorized pilgrims

4 hours ago

Penalties for 20 people for transporting unauthorized pilgrims

SAUDI ARABIA

Interior Minister inaugurates field hospital in Arafat and inspects Hajj Media Operations Center

5 hours ago

Interior Minister inaugurates field hospital in Arafat and inspects Hajj Media Operations Center

The Arafat sermon translation project aims to convey Islam’s message of tolerance to a global audience in their native languages, fostering better communication between Muslims and non-Muslims.

Arafat sermon to disseminate among global audience in 34 languages

June 01, 2025

Arafat sermon to disseminate among global audience in 34 languages

Saudi FM: Israel's blocking of Ramallah meeting proof of ‘extremism’

June 01, 2025

Saudi FM: Israel's blocking of Ramallah meeting proof of ‘extremism’

Over 3,300 tons of Zamzam water consumed at Prophet’s Mosque in just 15 days

June 01, 2025

Over 3,300 tons of Zamzam water consumed at Prophet’s Mosque in just 15 days

Makkah completes major upgrades around Grand Mosque to ease pilgrim flow

June 01, 2025

Makkah completes major upgrades around Grand Mosque to ease pilgrim flow

World’s largest cooling system activated at Grand Mosque ahead of Hajj 1446

June 01, 2025

World’s largest cooling system activated at Grand Mosque ahead of Hajj 1446

18 weather stations deployed to monitor Makkah and Holy Sites

June 01, 2025

18 weather stations deployed to monitor Makkah and Holy Sites

Pilgrims are also reminded to strictly adhere to the official movement schedules approved by relevant authorities.

Hajj Ministry urges pilgrims to stay in tents on Arafat Day amid extreme heat

June 01, 2025

Hajj Ministry urges pilgrims to stay in tents on Arafat Day amid extreme heat