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Last updated: 16 Jun 2026, 12:29 PM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia has imposed fines of up to SAR 100,000 for facilitating unauthorised Hajj and up to SAR 20,000 for pilgrims performing Hajj without a permit, alongside 10-year re-entry bans for violators.
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Hajj death toll among Bangladeshis rises to 41 daily-sun.com
NAHCON boss commends media for effective 2026 Hajj reportage Apex News Exclusive