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Rare 'Strawberry Moon' to light up Saudi skies on June 11
Saudi Gazette reportARAR — Skywatchers around the world including Saudi Arabia can witness on Wednesday, June 11, a rare astronomical phenomenon known as the “Great Lunar Standstill,” which occurs approximately once every 18.6 years.This phenomenon occurs when the tilt of the moon's orbit reaches its maximum north-south deviation, causing the moon to rise and set at the farthest points of the horizon.The Astronomy and Space Club explained that this phenomenon will coincide this year with the rise of the "Strawberry Moon" from the farthest southern point, in a striking astronomical spectacle that can be seen with the naked eye under clear skies.This phenomenon is a rare astronomical event, and will not occur again until 2043, making it a unique opportunity for astronomy...
June 06, 2025

Rare 'Strawberry Moon' to light up Saudi skies on June 11

Pilgrims begin stoning Jamrat al-Aqaba in Mina
Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Pilgrims began arriving in Mina to perform the ritual of stoning the Jamarat at dawn on Friday. Pilgrims flowed to the Jamrat al-Aqaba (the biggest of the three Jamarat) utlizing all security and service capabilities from the time they began leaving Muzdalifah early Friday until their arrival at the Jamarat Bridge.The relevant authorities have allocated multiple paths to distribute the crowds to ensure the smooth flow of pilgrims across the various floors of the Jamarat facility. The facility was constructed in an engineering marvel that took into account the distribution of the crowd density during the stoning ritual. The bridge is connected to various pedestrian bridges leading to the Mashaer train and the areas surrounding the pilgrim camps in Mina. The...
June 06, 2025

Pilgrims begin stoning Jamrat al-Aqaba in Mina

Large number of people attended the funeral prayer and burial of Dr. Abdul Malik Qadi in Dhahran.
Egyptian stabs Saudi university professor to death; wife’s condition is critical  
Saudi Gazette ReportMINA — A renowned Saudi university professor was stabbed to death by an Egyptian resident. The scholar’s wife sustained serious injuries due to multiple attacks by the assaulter who was later arrested, according to the spokesman of the Eastern Province police. Large number of people attended the funeral prayer and burial of Dr. Abdul Malik Qadi in Dhahran.The crime occurred at the house of Dr. Abdul Malik Qadi, former professor at King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, in Dhahran in the Eastern Province. The motive for the crime was stealing due to financial liabilities of the perpetrator in his home country, according to a police spokesman.He also stabbed Dr. Qadi’s wife multiple times. She is still in a critical condition in the intensive care unit of a...
June 05, 2025

Egyptian stabs Saudi university professor to death; wife’s condition is critical  

Pilgrims move from Arafat to Muzdalifah
Saudi Gazette reportARAFAT— After sunset on the ninth day of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims began heading to Muzdalifah, amidst the services and health measures provided by the Saudi government to enable them to perform their rituals in peace and security after standing on Mount Arafat and completing the greatest pillar of Hajj.Upon arriving in Muzdalifah, pilgrims perform the Maghrib and Isha prayers together, following the Sunnah of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him).They spend the night in Muzdalifah, then head to Mina after the Fajr prayer the next day to throw stones at the Jamarat al-Aqaba and slaughter the sacrificial animals.The exodus from Arafat to Muzdalifah is the third stage of the Hajj pilgrimage.
June 05, 2025

Pilgrims move from Arafat to Muzdalifah

The Ministry of Health announced on Thursday a remarkable 90 percent decrease in the number of heat exhaustion cases among pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj season, compared to last year.
Ministry of Health reports 90% drop in Hajj heat exhaustion cases
Saudi Gazette report ARAFAT — The Ministry of Health announced on Thursday a remarkable 90 percent decrease in the number of heat exhaustion cases among pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj season, compared to last year. This significant reduction is attributed to the concerted efforts of the health sector, working in close collaboration with various government agencies, to proactively address health risks.This success aligns with the objectives of the Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program, both of which are integral to the Kingdom's Vision 2030. These programs aim to empower pilgrims to perform Hajj rituals in a safe and healthy environment.The ministry confirmed that the substantial decrease is a direct result of enhanced preventive interventions,...
June 05, 2025

Ministry of Health reports 90% drop in Hajj heat exhaustion cases

Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan meets UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and Palestine President Mahmoud Abbas during the BRICS Plus 2024 Summit in Kazan, Russia in October last year (File photo)
Saudi FM and UN Chief discuss over phone preparations for international conference on Palestine
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call on Thursday with the United Nations Secretary General António Guterres.During the call, they reviewed the ongoing preparations for the high-level international conference for the peaceful settlement of the question of Palestine and the implementation of the two-state solution. They also discussed the latest regional and international developments.Saudi Arabia and France will co-host the conference which will be held at the United Nations headquarters in New York city on June 17 – 20. French President Emmanuel Macron announced earlier that he and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will co-chair the conference.
June 05, 2025

Saudi FM and UN Chief discuss over phone preparations for international conference on Palestine

Mohammed bin Salman
Iranian President calls Crown Prince to thank for excellent Hajj services  
Saudi Gazette report MINA — Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received on Thursday a phone call from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.During the call, Pezeshkian thanked Saudi Arabia for its tireless efforts and distinguished services provided to Hajj pilgrims. He congratulated the Crown Prince on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. On his part, the Crown Prince also greeted him on this blessed occasion of Eid.
June 05, 2025

Iranian President calls Crown Prince to thank for excellent Hajj services  

No security or health incidents reported on Arafat day, says Makkah deputy emir
Saudi Gazette report ARAFAT — Prince Saud bin Mishaal, deputy emir of the Makkah Region and vice chairman of the Permanent Hajj and Umrah Committee, praised God for enabling 1.67 million pilgrims to complete the Day of Arafat without any recorded security or health incidents.Speaking from Arafat on Thursday, the prince attributed the smooth movement and calm spiritual atmosphere to the Kingdom’s integrated service system and the leadership’s meticulous planning.“In this great day, pilgrims gather in Arafat in devotion and reverence,” he said. “They were transported from Makkah and Mina to Arafat in record time, under flexible and efficient plans, with no security or epidemic incidents reported — all by the grace of God.”Prince Saud expressed gratitude to Custodian of the...
June 05, 2025

No security or health incidents reported on Arafat day, says Makkah deputy emir

The General Authority for Statistics announced on Thursday that the total number of pilgrims who perform Hajj this year reached 1,673,230 pilgrims.
GASTAT: Total pilgrims performing Hajj account for 1,673,230
Saudi Gazette report ARAFAT — The General Authority for Statistics announced on Thursday that the total number of pilgrims who perform Hajj this year reached 1,673,230 pilgrims. These include 1,506,576 foreign pilgrims, who arrived from outside the Kingdom through various entry ports. The number of domestic pilgrims reached 166,654 pilgrims, including citizens and residents.The authority indicated in its statistical results for this year's Hajj that the number of male pilgrims out of the total number of domestic and international pilgrims reached 877,841, while the number of female pilgrims stood at 795,389.Regarding the statistics for pilgrims coming from outside the Kingdom, the authority said that 1,435,017 male and female pilgrims arrived via air ports, while 66,465 pilgrims...
June 05, 2025

GASTAT: Total pilgrims performing Hajj account for 1,673,230

Several guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit expressed their heartfelt emotions as they stood on the plains of Arafat.
King's guests: Hajj organization is a testimony to Saudi Arabia's excellent care for pilgrims
Saudi Gazette report ARAFAT — Several guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit expressed their heartfelt emotions as they stood on the plains of Arafat, saying the moment of chanting the Talbiyah and supplicating is among the most profound moments of their lives. They praised the generous care they have received since arrival in the Kingdom.Muhammad Amer from New Zealand said: “Arafat Day is extraordinary in every detail; a moment of serenity and peace. I never imagined I would experience it in such an honorable manner, with such a high level of organization and care.” He commended the Kingdom and its leadership for facilitating the rituals and ensuring the comfort of every pilgrim.Sameh Abu Baker from Palestine expressed appreciation...
June 05, 2025

King's guests: Hajj organization is a testimony to Saudi Arabia's excellent care for pilgrims

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