Makkah Approves First International Airport, Metro Plan Advances
Saudi Arabia has approved its first international airport for Makkah and advanced plans for a city metro, aiming to give pilgrims direct access and ease congestion under Vision 2030.
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Pilgrims Can Perform Umrah on Tourist, Transit or Business Visas
Pilgrims can now perform Umrah on tourist, transit, business and other valid Saudi visas as the 1448 AH season opens, though Nusuk bookings and a 30-day visa window apply.
Prophet's Mosque Launches Integrated Services for Post-Hajj Visitors
The General Authority for the Two Holy Mosques has rolled out a coordinated package of guidance, welfare and mobility services to support pilgrims visiting Madinah after Hajj 2026.
AI Robot Now Guides Pilgrims in Multiple Languages at Two Holy Mosques
Saudi Arabia has deployed an AI-powered, multilingual robot at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque to answer pilgrims' religious questions and provide instant translation.
Summer Umrah Reopens: Staying Safe in Makkah's Extreme Heat
With Umrah resuming after Hajj 2026 during peak summer, pilgrims are urged to guard against heat exhaustion and dehydration in Makkah temperatures that can exceed 45 degrees Celsius.
Vaccines Pilgrims Need for the New Umrah Season
Pilgrims travelling for the new Umrah season must show proof of quadrivalent meningococcal vaccination given at least 10 days before arrival, with seasonal flu vaccination and other precautions also advised.
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Saudi Arabia announces end of Hajj season with over 1.7M pilgrims in 2026 - Anadolu Ajansı
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Post-Hajj return flights begin tonight as rituals ends in Makkah - dailycountrytodaybd.com
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Makkah Deputy Governor Announces Success of 1447 AH Hajj Season - وكالة الأنباء السعودية
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Hajj 1447 AH / 2026 AD: Mr. Belmehdi Participates in the Annual Reception Hosted by the Saudi Crown Prince - الإذاعة الجزائرية |
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Eid and sacrifice in Gaza
Eid al-Adha in Gaza this year marked the third Eid in a row without animal sacrifice or Hajj.