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Minister of Interior Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif during the inaugural ceremony of the General Command Headquarters for Hajj and Umrah missions in Muzdalifah on Sunday.
Interior minister opens Mujahideen's new Hajj Command HQ in Muzdalifah
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif inaugurated on Sunday the General Command Headquarters for Hajj and Umrah missions, affiliated with the General Administration of Mujahideen, in Muzdalifah.During the inauguration, Prince Abdulaziz watched a presentation on the new facility, which has been equipped with the latest technical and security standards. These enhancements will enable the personnel and field teams of the General Administration of Mujahideen to serve pilgrims with the highest levels of efficiency and professionalism.The minister visited on Saturday the General Transport Center of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites in Arafat. He was received by Minister of Transport...
June 08, 2025

Interior minister opens Mujahideen's new Hajj Command HQ in Muzdalifah

Deputy Emir of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal during the ceremony of the annual tradition of handing over the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa.
Makkah Deputy Emir hands over Kaaba's new Kiswa to Senior Keeper Al-Shaibi
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman, Deputy Emir of Makkah Region and Deputy Chairman of the Permanent Committee for Hajj and Umrah Prince Saud bin Mishaal handed over the Holy Kaaba’s new cover (Kiswa) to Abdul Malik bin Taha Al-Shaibi, the senior keeper of the Grand Mosque.The handover of the Kaaba Kiswa, the black cloth covering the Kaaba, is a significant annual tradition in Islam, marking the start of the new Islamic year and preceding the Hajj season. The Kiswa handover ceremony is a demonstration of the leadership's care and attention to the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine.The handover documents were signed by Minister of Hajj and Umrah and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Authority for the Care of the...
June 08, 2025

Makkah Deputy Emir hands over Kaaba's new Kiswa to Senior Keeper Al-Shaibi

The movement of pilgrims across the Jamarat Bridge was smooth, with worshipers easily navigating their paths, whether they were heading to perform the stoning ritual, returning to their accommodations in Mina, or traveling to Makkah to perform the Tawaf Al-Wida.
Pilgrims perform ritual of stoning at Jamarat on second day of Tashreeq
Saudi Gazette report MINA — Pilgrims began the ritual of throwing pebbles at the three Jamarat on the second Day of Tashreeq on Sunday afternoon amid an atmosphere of spirituality and faith under a meticulously planned organization and crowd management by the relevant authorities.Chanting “Allahu Akbar'' (God is the greatest), pilgrims hurled stones first at Jamarat Al-Sugra (small pillar), then at Jamarat Al-Wusta (medium pillar) and lastly at Jamarat Al-Aqaba (largest pillar), seven times each. They prayed after stoning the first two pillars and quit quickly after stoning at the third Jamarat, following the tradition of the Prophet (peace be upon him).The movement of pilgrims across the Jamarat Bridge was smooth, with worshipers easily navigating their paths, whether they...
June 08, 2025

Pilgrims perform ritual of stoning at Jamarat on second day of Tashreeq

Under the direct supervision of Emir of Madinah Region Prince Salman bin Sultan, relevant agencies are executing comprehensive operational plans tailored to the post-Hajj season.
Madinah completes preparations to receive pilgrims via bus and train after Hajj  
Saudi Gazette ReportMADINAH — Government authorities in Madinah have finalized their preparations to receive the influx of pilgrims visiting the Prophet’s Mosque following the completion of their Hajj rituals. The coordinated efforts reflect Madinah’s commitment to ensuring a seamless and spiritually enriching post-Hajj experience for the pilgrims.Under the direct supervision of Emir of Madinah Region and Chairman of the Hajj and Visitation Committee Prince Salman bin Sultan, relevant agencies are executing comprehensive operational plans tailored to the post-Hajj season. The first groups of returning pilgrims are set to arrive Sunday evening, Dhul Hijjah 12, via bus and the Haramain High-Speed Train.Authorities are actively monitoring field operations to ensure smooth traffic on key...
June 08, 2025

Madinah completes preparations to receive pilgrims via bus and train after Hajj  

According to recently released statistics, 12,914,153 worshippers visited the Prophet’s Mosque between Dhul Qada 15 and Dhul Hijjah 1, with the Holy Rawdah receiving 666,580 visitors during the same timeframe.
Prophet's Mosque hosts over 12 million worshippers in 2 weeks  
Saudi Gazette ReportMADINAH — The General Authority for the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque provided a comprehensive package of services to pilgrims during the pre-Hajj period, reflecting its continuous care for worshippers and visitors and its commitment to facilitating their worship in a safe and organized environment.According to recently released statistics, 12,914,153 worshippers visited the Prophet’s Mosque between Dhul Qada 15 and Dhul Hijjah 1, with the Holy Rawdah receiving 666,580 visitors during the same timeframe.Beyond facilitating prayer, the authority extended a wide array of services to pilgrims. These included providing transportation services in the courtyards to 161,802 beneficiaries, distributing 301,802 Iftar meals to those fasting, and...
June 08, 2025

Prophet's Mosque hosts over 12 million worshippers in 2 weeks  

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman attends the annual Hajj reception at the Mina Palace on Saturday.
Saudi Crown Prince calls on international community to end Israeli aggression on Gaza
Saudi Gazette report MINA — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman reaffirmed the role of the international community in ending the disastrous repercussions of the Israeli aggression on Gaza. He made the remarks while addressing the annual reception for heads of state, leaders of countries and distinguished dignitaries performing Hajj this year at the Royal Court of Mina Palace on Saturday. The Crown Prince delivered the speech on behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman. "This blessed Eid Al-Adha comes while our brothers in Palestine continue to suffer as a result of the ongoing Israeli aggression. We emphasize the role of the international community in ending the disastrous repercussions of this aggression, as well as in protecting innocent...
June 07, 2025

Saudi Crown Prince calls on international community to end Israeli aggression on Gaza

Those who were arrested included 6,981 violators of the Residency Law, 3,190 violators of the Border Security Law, and 1,486 violators of the Labor Law.
Saudi Arabia deports 9,215 illegal residents in a week
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — Saudi security forces have arrested a total of 11,657 illegal residents during the last week. The arrests were made during the joint inspections, carried out by the security forces in collaboration with the relevant government agencies, during the period between May 29 and June 4, the Ministry of Interior announced on Saturday.Those who were arrested included 6,981 violators of the Residency Law, 3,190 violators of the Border Security Law, and 1,486 violators of the Labor Law.The ministry said that a total of 9,215 violators were deported while 12,122 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents and 1,435 violators were referred to complete their travel reservations.A total of 17,018 illegal residents, including 15,991 men...
June 07, 2025

Saudi Arabia deports 9,215 illegal residents in a week

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Project for Utilization of Hady and Adahi achieved an unprecedented feat in the first hour of Eid Al-Adha, performing over 27,000 rituals.
Adahi project achieves record performance, exceeding 27,000 sacrifices in first hour
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Project for Utilization of Hady and Adahi achieved an unprecedented feat in the first hour of Eid Al-Adha 1446 AH, performing over 27,000 rituals. This surpasses last year's hourly average of 18,000, marking a new record since the project's inception.This success is attributed to an integrated operational model led by the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites. The new model features proactive planning, institutional integration, and digital transformation. Seven complexes spanning over a million square meters are now equipped to handle more than 1.1 million rituals during Eid, adhering to strict health and environmental standards.The project's AI-enhanced digital system boosts efficiency during peak...
June 07, 2025

Adahi project achieves record performance, exceeding 27,000 sacrifices in first hour

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman holds talks with President of Mauritania Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani at Mina Palace on Saturday.
Crown Prince discusses strengthening cooperation with presidents of Mauritania and Maldives
Saudi Gazette report MINA — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman held talks with presidents of Mauritania and Maldives at Mina Palace on Saturday. The Crown Prince is in Mina to oversee Saudi Arabia's operation of annual pilgrimage of Hajj.During their meeting, the Crown Prince and President of Mauritania Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani exchanged Eid Al-Adha greetings. They discussed overall bilateral relations, and explored ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation across various fields.During the meeting, the Crown Prince and President of Maldives Dr. Mohamed Muizzu reviewed bilateral relations and discussed prospects for enhanced bilateral cooperation between the two countries. They also exchanged Eid Al-Adha greetings.
June 07, 2025

Crown Prince discusses strengthening cooperation with presidents of Mauritania and Maldives

Ministry of Hajj finalizes stoning timetables for Tashreeq days
Saudi Gazette reportMINA — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has completed the distribution of timetables for pilgrims' stoning rituals at the Jamarat Bridge, a key part of regulating movement during the Days of Tashreeq.The initiative aims to ensure maximum safety, fluidity of movement, and an improved experience for pilgrims at the holy sites.This step is part of an integrated strategy developed by the Ministry to enhance crowd management during the Hajj season of 1446 AH.The strategy is built on a unified operational model that connects service and regulatory bodies via the Joint Operations and Delegation Center — one of the year’s most significant transformations in managing Hajj crowds.The newly issued schedules take into account each group’s accommodation locations and...
June 07, 2025

Ministry of Hajj finalizes stoning timetables for Tashreeq days

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