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    UAE pilgrims complete Hajj rituals as first batch arrives home

    15 Aug 2019

    Dr Mohamed Mattar Al Kaabi hailed the continuous attention of the wise leadership and its keenness on the provision of all services to the to Emirati pilgrims since their arrival in Saudi Arabia, that contributed to the success of all Hajj rituals at ease.

    Pilgrims depart from Sharjah Airport

    08 Aug 2019

    Pilgrims flew out from Sharjah Airport bound for Makkah, Saudi Arabia for the upcoming Hajj season.

    Gazans too poor to afford sheep for Eid sacrifice under blockade, Israel cash row

    08 Aug 2019

    "I have slaughtered a sheep every year ... but this year there is no way I can. I am ashamed," said the father of five, who declined to give his last name.

    Hajj: Pilgrims must go for medical consultations

    06 Aug 2019

    In time for the Eid Al Adha holidays, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHaP) on Monday released a list of six “important vaccinations” travelers must secure to keep them safe from possible risks of infections or illnesses at their destination country/countries.

    Climate change may pose danger to Hajj pilgrims, reveals study

    23 Aug 2019

    Due to climate change, conditions of heat and humidity in the areas of Saudi Arabia where the Hajj takes place could worsen to the point that people start experiencing harmful health effects, researchers said.

    A matchless spiritual experience

    11 Aug 2019

    The Hajj is a demonstration of the solidarity of the Muslim people and their submission to Allah. The word Hajj means “to intend a journey,” which connotes both the outward act of a journey and the inward act of intentions.

    Hajj pilgrims must be vaccinated against coronavirus, says Saudi Arabia

    02 Mar 2021

    Local media reports quoted Saudi Health Minister Tawfiq Al Rabiah as saying that participantion in the Hajj season be linked to receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, considering it the main condition for participation.

    Saudi to gradually resume Umrah pilgrimage from October 4

    23 Sep 2020

    Saudi Arabia will gradually resume the year-round Umrah pilgrimage for Muslims from October 4, the interior ministry said Tuesday, seven months after it was suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic.

    Resuming of Umrah pilgrimage a good news

    27 Sep 2020

    The year 2020 will leave terrifying and unforgettable memories all over the world. The resuming of Umrah pilgrimage from October 4 is good news for Muslim Ummah (“Saudi to gradually resume Umrah pilgrimage from October 4,” Sept. 26, Gulf Today).

    VIDEO: Pilgrims arrive in Makkah for downsized Hajj

    30 Jul 2020

    The Hajj, which begins on Wednesday, normally draws around 2.5 million people for five intense days of worship in one of the world's largest gatherings of people from around the world.

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