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Last updated: 20 Jun 2026, 5:11 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.
Early departing pilgrims complete Farewell Tawaf in Makkah Saudi Gazette
Pilgrims Bid Farewell To The Grand Mosque After Completing Hajj lovin.co
Muslim faithful leave Mecca after hajj Prothom Alo English
Saudi Arabia announces successful Hajj after massive pilgrimage effort Gulf News
Deputy emir of Makkah announces success of Hajj Saudi Gazette
Indonesian woman, 104, was oldest pilgrim to perform Hajj in 2026 Arab News