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Last updated: 20 Jun 2026, 12:02 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.
Hajj 2026: Pilgrims perform ritual stoning in Mina Arab News
Saudi Arabia Hajj Religion News Service
Gaza Palestinians will mark a third Eid under war-like conditions, with a shortage of food and joy.
1.7 million pilgrims perform Hajj in 2026 Qazinform
1.7 million pilgrims perform Hajj in 2026 Qazinform
Saudi Arabia: Hajj 2026 Reaches Its Spiritual Peak As Millions Of Muslim Pilgrims Gather Worst Ex Ever (oXG5NYfHC3) Mshale