Saudi Gazette report

MADINAH — The Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah welcomed 4,000 male and female mu’takifs from 120 countries as the final ten days of Ramadan began, in line with the capacity allocated for the Itikaf service this year.

Mu’takifs arrived at the designated worship areas, including the Western roof, accessible via stairs No. 6 and 10, as well as the north-eastern section and entrance gates 24 and 25A.

The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has facilitated their stay with a range of services to ensure that their time in seclusion for worship proceeds smoothly.

Among the services provided are dedicated service desks, luggage lockers, medical clinics, first aid, and translation support in various languages.

The authority also offers religious lessons, full hospitality for iftar, dinner, and suhoor, mobile charging stations, and personal care kits.

Each mu’takif receives a bracelet that allows easy access to designated areas and helps them benefit from the available services, contributing to a spiritual and organized worship experience during these sacred days.