Saudi Arabia bans over 250,000 people from Mecca
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While millions converge on Mecca, record temperatures and unregistered pilgrims put the kingdom's measures to the test.
Three Spanish Muslims who rode on horseback to the Hajj in Saudi Arabia say they followed a path not traveled for more than 500 years.
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GZERO Media on MSNHard Numbers: Saudi Arabia does crowd control for Hajj, US sanctions ICC judges, escaped Thai elephant behaves very well, and moreWith the world’s largest Islamic pilgrimage officially underway, over 269,678 people without permits were barred entry from Hajj.
MINA, Saudi Arabia — For some, the stoning of the devil ritual at the Hajj in Saudi Arabia marks a solemn moment, a complete submission to God. For others, it represents a victory over evil. Subardi Abdulaha, from Indonesia, was one of more than 1.6 million pilgrims in Mina on Friday throwing pebbles at pillars with gusto.
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The Independent on MSNWhat is the Hajj pilgrimage and what is Eid al-Adha? Everything you need to knowAdha? Everything you need to know - For pilgrims, performing the Hajj fulfills a religious obligation and is also a deeply spiritual experience
Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca that is required once in a lifetime of every Muslim who can afford it and is physically able to do it. It is a
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Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted issuing block work visas for citizens from 14 countries, including Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, effective May 2025. This decision stems from security and administrative concerns during the Hajj season,
Saudi Arabia's Hajj overhaul includes policy updates and high-tech safety measures following last year's heat deaths.