Hajj 2023

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More than 170,000 Hajj pilgrims visited Madinah
Pilgrims usually make a stop at the Prophet's Mosque before returning to their home countries
Gulf
July 07, 2023, 7:24 AM
Egyptian talk show host Lamis El Hadidy defends virtual Hajj comments after criticism
Popular TV presenter attributes condemnation to outlawed Muslim Brotherhood group
Egypt
July 04, 2023, 11:49 AM
World Health Organisation congratulates Saudi Arabia on successful Hajj
Kingdom made 'extraordinary efforts' to provide health care, body says
Saudi Arabia
July 02, 2023, 3:49 PM
President Sheikh Mohamed congratulates Saudi Arabia's King Salman on Hajj success
Kingdom's leadership praised for ensuring the safety of more than 1.8 million pilgrims
Government
June 30, 2023, 6:32 PM
Hajj 2023: Saudi Arabia delivers successful post-pandemic pilgrimage
More than 7,600 volunteers have been working to provide healthcare services during Hajj this year
Gulf
June 30, 2023, 12:13 PM
The question on everyone's mind: Where do the Jamarat stones go?
The process of dealing with the stones begins on the first day of the stoning of the devil ritual
Gulf
June 30, 2023, 9:32 AM
Hajj 2023 as it happened: Pilgrims begin heading home on 'day of haste'
Those on a shorter Hajj schedule performed the farewell Tawaf on Friday before leaving Makkah
Gulf
June 30, 2023, 2:56 AM
Pilgrims stone the devil on second-last day of Hajj
Heat is major concern for pilgrims this year as more than 1,000 treated for heatstroke
Saudi Arabia
June 29, 2023, 3:14 PM
Meet the 10-year-old Hajj pilgrim excited to share his journey
Mohammed Khandwani has performed all the rituals of the pilgrimage so far
Gulf
June 29, 2023, 3:00 AM
Pilgrims embrace Hajj traditions as Eid Al Adha begins
Returning pilgrims 'impressed' by improved facilities
Saudi Arabia
June 28, 2023, 4:36 PM
Hajj 2023: 'Overjoyed' pilgrims praise developments at holy sites
Pilgrims applaud Saudi security forces who serve 'tirelessly with smiles on their faces'
Gulf
June 28, 2023, 2:13 PM
The best photos of Hajj 2023
Muslims gathered in Makkah for the annual pilgrimage
Saudi Arabia
June 28, 2023, 12:17 PM
Pilgrims perform stoning ritual at Jamrat Al Aqaba - in pictures
The 'stoning of the devil' ceremony takes place during the Hajj pilgrimage
Gulf
June 28, 2023, 8:43 AM
Eid Al Adha: New clothes and hopes for peace as Muslims around the world celebrate
Despite difficulties in some places, Muslims enjoy the usual Eid traditions
MENA
June 28, 2023, 7:46 AM
Pilgrims prepare for Eid Al Adha with joy over the return of pre-pandemic Hajj
More than 1.8 million Muslims take part in Day of Arafat
Gulf
June 27, 2023, 6:56 PM
Differences are no reason for conflict, hear pilgrims during message for unity on Arafat
Sheikh Yusuf bin Mohammad bin Saeed preached about equality among Muslims of different races and backgrounds
Saudi Arabia
June 27, 2023, 11:06 AM
Hajj pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat - in pictures
Muslim pilgrims journey to Mount Arafat on second day of Hajj
Saudi Arabia
June 27, 2023, 7:24 AM
Strong mobile network in place for Hajj season
CST and Mobily confirm wide-ranging coverage for pilgrims to stay in touch with loved ones
Gulf
June 27, 2023, 6:30 AM
Preparations concluded for Eid Al Adha, Saudi Arabia says
Makkah and Jeddah are set to receive livestock for sacrifice
Gulf
June 27, 2023, 6:00 AM
Hajj 2023: How technology is transforming pilgrimage
Saudi Arabia readies itself to receive pre-pandemic numbers of pilgrims
Gulf
June 27, 2023, 5:50 AM
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