Pilgrims pray upon their arrival in Mina, near Islam's holy city of Makkah. AFP
Pilgrims pray upon their arrival in Mina, near Islam's holy city of Makkah. AFP
A view of Mina, 'the city of tents', south-east of Makkah. AFP
A view of Mina, 'the city of tents', south-east of Makkah. AFP
Pilgrims walk round the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque in Makkah, as they arrive to perform the Hajj. Reuters
Pilgrims walk round the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque in Makkah, as they arrive to perform the Hajj. Reuters
Hajj pilgrims gather on the Mount of Mercy on the plain of Arafat, outside the holy city of Makkah. Reuters
Hajj pilgrims gather on the Mount of Mercy on the plain of Arafat, outside the holy city of Makkah. Reuters
A member of security staff sprays water to help a pilgrim stay cool in Mina, as temperatures passed 40°C. AFP
A member of security staff sprays water to help a pilgrim stay cool in Mina, as temperatures passed 40°C. AFP
Pilgrims walking through the Grand Mosque. Photo: Hajj Ministry
Pilgrims walking through the Grand Mosque. Photo: Hajj Ministry
Pilgrims in front of the Kaaba, at the Grand Mosque. AP
Pilgrims in front of the Kaaba, at the Grand Mosque. AP
Pilgrims walk around the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque. AP
Pilgrims walk around the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque. AP
Nigerian pilgrims outside the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AP
Nigerian pilgrims outside the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AP
Sudanese pilgrim Um Safaa, who came from Port Sudan for the Hajj, outside the Grand Mosque. AP
Sudanese pilgrim Um Safaa, who came from Port Sudan for the Hajj, outside the Grand Mosque. AP
Afghan Hajj pilgrims wait outside the Grand Mosque, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AP
Afghan Hajj pilgrims wait outside the Grand Mosque, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AP
A pigeon flies by as Iranian pilgrims pose for a selfie outside the Grand Mosque. AP
A pigeon flies by as Iranian pilgrims pose for a selfie outside the Grand Mosque. AP
A woman visits Mount Al Noor, where Muslims believe Prophet Mohammed received the first words of the Quran in the Hira cave, in Makkah. Reuters
A woman visits Mount Al Noor, where Muslims believe Prophet Mohammed received the first words of the Quran in the Hira cave, in Makkah. Reuters
Worshippers perform Friday prayers at the Grand Mosque. Reuters
Worshippers perform Friday prayers at the Grand Mosque. Reuters
Muslim worshippers and pilgrims gather around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, in the holy city of Makkah, as they arrive for the annual Hajj pilgrimage. AFP
Muslim worshippers and pilgrims gather around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, in the holy city of Makkah, as they arrive for the annual Hajj pilgrimage. AFP
A worshipper uses his phone to film the crowd of pilgrims around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque. AFP
A worshipper uses his phone to film the crowd of pilgrims around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque. AFP
The annual pilgrimage takes place during Dhu Al Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. AFP
The annual pilgrimage takes place during Dhu Al Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. AFP
Muslim pilgrims circumambulate anti-clockwise around the Kaaba. Seven complete circuits constitute Tawaf, one of the principal rites of Hajj. AP
Muslim pilgrims circumambulate anti-clockwise around the Kaaba. Seven complete circuits constitute Tawaf, one of the principal rites of Hajj. AP
A general view of the Grand Mosque is seen from the Clock Tower during the Hajj pilgrimage in the Muslim holy city of Makkah. AP
A general view of the Grand Mosque is seen from the Clock Tower during the Hajj pilgrimage in the Muslim holy city of Makkah. AP
The Kiswa, the cloth used to cover the Kaaba, and the Kaaba's gold doors underneath. The Kiswa is draped every year on the ninth day of Dhu Al Hijjah. AFP
The Kiswa, the cloth used to cover the Kaaba, and the Kaaba's gold doors underneath. The Kiswa is draped every year on the ninth day of Dhu Al Hijjah. AFP
Pilgrims perform prayers at the Grand Mosque. AFP
Pilgrims perform prayers at the Grand Mosque. AFP
Muslims pray around the Kaaba. AFP
Muslims pray around the Kaaba. AFP
A Muslim worshipper touches the Kaaba. AFP
A Muslim worshipper touches the Kaaba. AFP
Prayers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AFP
Prayers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AFP
A pilgrim performs prayers. AFP
A pilgrim performs prayers. AFP
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah officials have asked people to take precautions due to the heat. AFP
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah officials have asked people to take precautions due to the heat. AFP
The ministry will guide pilgrims on the etiquette and rituals of Hajj as part of the 'Proclaim to the People' initiative. AFP
The ministry will guide pilgrims on the etiquette and rituals of Hajj as part of the 'Proclaim to the People' initiative. AFP

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Two million pilgrims expected for biggest Hajj since Covid-19

The holy journey will return to pre-pandemic numbers with 160 countries participating

Mona Farag
Mona Farag

June 26, 2023

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Read the latest updates on the Hajj pilgrimage here

More than 2 million worshippers are expected to begin the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia on Monday, in the biggest turnout since the Covid-19 pandemic.

About 2.5m pilgrims took part in 2019, with safety and travel restrictions in place to guard against the virus leading to reduced numbers in subsequent years.

Authorities in the Kingdom said they will welcome visitors from 160 countries this year.

The Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr Abdulfattah Al Mashat, said on Sunday that the ministry had issued 1.8 million Hajj e-visas for this year's Hajj season.

By Friday more than 1.6 million pilgrims had arrived by land, air and sea, Saudi Arabia's General Directorate of Passports said on Saturday

Hajj pilgrims visited the Prophet's mosque in Madinah ahead of the Hajj season, which starts on Monday.

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A total of 400 service packages are on offer to more than a million pilgrims this year, with 20,000 buses deployed as Hajj returns to its pre-pandemic capacity.

First day of Hajj

Pilgrims will pour into Makkah to perform the first ritual of Hajj early on Monday.

On the eighth day of Dhu Al Hijja, known as the Day of Tarwiyah, pilgrims follow in the footsteps of the Prophet Mohammed and travel to Mina.

Large numbers of pilgrims will make their way by bus, car and even on foot from Makkah to Mina, east of the city, before moving to Mount Arafat the following day.

The main focus of the Day of Tarwiyah, the first official day of the Hajj season, is on prayer, as men and women gather in thousands of large fire-resistant tents in Mina and spend the day and night in a state of spiritual contemplation as they prepare for the tough days ahead.

​​Mina, which is situated between mountains on the north and south, is 16.8 square kilometres in area and located between Makkah and Muzdalifah. The place is inhabited only during the Hajj.

The pilgrims perform the Dhuhr, Asr and Isha prayers in Mina at their designated times but in shortened form.

The Maghrib prayer, which cannot be shortened, is performed as usual.

The pilgrims spend the night in tents and head to Mount Arafat the next day after performing the Fajr prayer, which marks the peak of the annual pilgrimage.

New services to improve experience

The Agency of the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Prophet’s Mosque has said that it has significantly increased its efforts during this year’s Hajj season, with a particular focus on providing guidance and education to visitors in multiple languages.

Over 30 interpreters proficient in a number of languages have been employed to educate and assist pilgrims. The interpreters will be available on site, but also via the internet or the telephone. Saudi authorities have also used multilingual signage to guide pilgrims throughout their Hajj journey.

Pilgrims pray upon their arrival in Mina, near Islam's holy city of Makkah. AFP
Pilgrims pray upon their arrival in Mina, near Islam's holy city of Makkah. AFP
A view of Mina, 'the city of tents', south-east of Makkah. AFP
A view of Mina, 'the city of tents', south-east of Makkah. AFP
Pilgrims walk round the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque in Makkah, as they arrive to perform the Hajj. Reuters
Pilgrims walk round the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque in Makkah, as they arrive to perform the Hajj. Reuters
Hajj pilgrims gather on the Mount of Mercy on the plain of Arafat, outside the holy city of Makkah. Reuters
Hajj pilgrims gather on the Mount of Mercy on the plain of Arafat, outside the holy city of Makkah. Reuters
A member of security staff sprays water to help a pilgrim stay cool in Mina, as temperatures passed 40°C. AFP
A member of security staff sprays water to help a pilgrim stay cool in Mina, as temperatures passed 40°C. AFP
Pilgrims walking through the Grand Mosque. Photo: Hajj Ministry
Pilgrims walking through the Grand Mosque. Photo: Hajj Ministry
Pilgrims in front of the Kaaba, at the Grand Mosque. AP
Pilgrims in front of the Kaaba, at the Grand Mosque. AP
Pilgrims walk around the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque. AP
Pilgrims walk around the Kaaba, the sacred cube-shaped building at the centre of the Grand Mosque. AP
Nigerian pilgrims outside the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AP
Nigerian pilgrims outside the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AP
Sudanese pilgrim Um Safaa, who came from Port Sudan for the Hajj, outside the Grand Mosque. AP
Sudanese pilgrim Um Safaa, who came from Port Sudan for the Hajj, outside the Grand Mosque. AP
Afghan Hajj pilgrims wait outside the Grand Mosque, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AP
Afghan Hajj pilgrims wait outside the Grand Mosque, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AP
A pigeon flies by as Iranian pilgrims pose for a selfie outside the Grand Mosque. AP
A pigeon flies by as Iranian pilgrims pose for a selfie outside the Grand Mosque. AP
A woman visits Mount Al Noor, where Muslims believe Prophet Mohammed received the first words of the Quran in the Hira cave, in Makkah. Reuters
A woman visits Mount Al Noor, where Muslims believe Prophet Mohammed received the first words of the Quran in the Hira cave, in Makkah. Reuters
Worshippers perform Friday prayers at the Grand Mosque. Reuters
Worshippers perform Friday prayers at the Grand Mosque. Reuters
Muslim worshippers and pilgrims gather around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, in the holy city of Makkah, as they arrive for the annual Hajj pilgrimage. AFP
Muslim worshippers and pilgrims gather around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest shrine, in the holy city of Makkah, as they arrive for the annual Hajj pilgrimage. AFP
A worshipper uses his phone to film the crowd of pilgrims around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque. AFP
A worshipper uses his phone to film the crowd of pilgrims around the Kaaba at the Grand Mosque. AFP
The annual pilgrimage takes place during Dhu Al Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. AFP
The annual pilgrimage takes place during Dhu Al Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic calendar. AFP
Muslim pilgrims circumambulate anti-clockwise around the Kaaba. Seven complete circuits constitute Tawaf, one of the principal rites of Hajj. AP
Muslim pilgrims circumambulate anti-clockwise around the Kaaba. Seven complete circuits constitute Tawaf, one of the principal rites of Hajj. AP
A general view of the Grand Mosque is seen from the Clock Tower during the Hajj pilgrimage in the Muslim holy city of Makkah. AP
A general view of the Grand Mosque is seen from the Clock Tower during the Hajj pilgrimage in the Muslim holy city of Makkah. AP
The Kiswa, the cloth used to cover the Kaaba, and the Kaaba's gold doors underneath. The Kiswa is draped every year on the ninth day of Dhu Al Hijjah. AFP
The Kiswa, the cloth used to cover the Kaaba, and the Kaaba's gold doors underneath. The Kiswa is draped every year on the ninth day of Dhu Al Hijjah. AFP
Pilgrims perform prayers at the Grand Mosque. AFP
Pilgrims perform prayers at the Grand Mosque. AFP
Muslims pray around the Kaaba. AFP
Muslims pray around the Kaaba. AFP
A Muslim worshipper touches the Kaaba. AFP
A Muslim worshipper touches the Kaaba. AFP
Prayers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AFP
Prayers at the Grand Mosque in Makkah. AFP
A pilgrim performs prayers. AFP
A pilgrim performs prayers. AFP
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah officials have asked people to take precautions due to the heat. AFP
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah officials have asked people to take precautions due to the heat. AFP
The ministry will guide pilgrims on the etiquette and rituals of Hajj as part of the 'Proclaim to the People' initiative. AFP
The ministry will guide pilgrims on the etiquette and rituals of Hajj as part of the 'Proclaim to the People' initiative. AFP

The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has announced the launch of 185 programmes and initiatives, presented during this year’s Hajj season at the Two Holy Mosques in Makkah and Madinah.

The programmes aim to invest in artificial intelligence, digitisation and harnessing electronic applications in various fields to serve pilgrims and talk to them in foreign languages to facilitate Hajj rituals for them.

Worshippers will also have access to several new transport options that will facilitate their movement within and between the holy sites.

The General Directorate of Traffic (Muroor) has announced the provision of six interactive traffic maps to facilitate the Hajj pilgrims’ movement. The maps enable pilgrims to view traffic lines and itineraries in Makkah.

The maps cover Makkah, the holy sites, the Grand Mosque and its surrounding area, Mina, Muzdalifah and Mount Arafat.

The Transport General Authority has provided 1,000 electric scooters, which pilgrims can use to travel between the holy sites.

A two-lane track has been allocated for the e-scooters to separate them from other vehicles and pedestrians and preserve the safety of pilgrims.

A pilgrim opens his umbrella at the Mina tent camp in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AP
A pilgrim opens his umbrella at the Mina tent camp in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. AP
A police officer sprays cold water on a pilgrim to help him stay cool. AP
A police officer sprays cold water on a pilgrim to help him stay cool. AP
Pilgrims wash for prayers at the Mina tent camp. AP
Pilgrims wash for prayers at the Mina tent camp. AP
Saudi policemen under umbrellas at the Mina tent camp. AP
Saudi policemen under umbrellas at the Mina tent camp. AP
A pilgrim has a video call with his family at the tent camp, in Makkah. AP
A pilgrim has a video call with his family at the tent camp, in Makkah. AP
Praying on arrival in Mina. AFP
Praying on arrival in Mina. AFP
The tent camp is near the holy city of Makkah. AFP
The tent camp is near the holy city of Makkah. AFP
Washing during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Reuters
Washing during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Reuters
Pilgrims arrive for Hajj. AFP
Pilgrims arrive for Hajj. AFP
The Mina tent camp in Saudi Arabia. Reuters
The Mina tent camp in Saudi Arabia. Reuters

The 2-kilometre track runs from Makkah's Kadana station to the Mahbas Al Jin tunnel, which leads to Bab Ali station in the Grand Mosque.

For the first time, the TGA has also deployed a fleet of self-driving electric buses to serve pilgrims this season, as it aims to provide innovative modern technologies for sustainable and environmentally friendly transport.

The buses use artificial intelligence, cameras and sensors to operate without human intervention along a predefined route.

Each bus has 11 seats, operates for six hours per charge and can reach speeds of up to 30 kilometres per hour.

In another first, the Saudi security services will be using virtual reality glasses with augmented reality technology.

Saleh Al Jasser, the Minister of Transport and Logistics Services, said this new technology is aimed at improving monitoring and reducing congestion at inspection points.

A video released by the Saudi Press Agency shows an officer using VR glasses to scan the vehicles' registration and monitor drivers' compliance with regulations.

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Western Region Asia Cup T20 Qualifier

Sun Feb 23 – Thu Feb 27, Al Amerat, Oman

The two finalists advance to the Asia qualifier in Malaysia in August

 

Group A

Bahrain, Maldives, Oman, Qatar

 

Group B

UAE, Iran, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia

The national orchestra
Israel Palestine on Swedish TV 1958-1989

Director: Goran Hugo Olsson

Rating: 5/5

Killing of Qassem Suleimani
Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
  • Priority access to new homes from participating developers
  • Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
  • Flexible payment plans from developers
  • Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
  • DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates
On Women's Day
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RESULT

Brazil 2 Croatia 0
Brazil: Neymar (69'), Firmino (90' 3)    

Our legal consultants

Name: Hassan Mohsen Elhais

Position: legal consultant with Al Rowaad Advocates and Legal Consultants.

Sole survivors
  • Cecelia Crocker was on board Northwest Airlines Flight 255 in 1987 when it crashed in Detroit, killing 154 people, including her parents and brother. The plane had hit a light pole on take off
  • George Lamson Jr, from Minnesota, was on a Galaxy Airlines flight that crashed in Reno in 1985, killing 68 people. His entire seat was launched out of the plane
  • Bahia Bakari, then 12, survived when a Yemenia Airways flight crashed near the Comoros in 2009, killing 152. She was found clinging to wreckage after floating in the ocean for 13 hours.
  • Jim Polehinke was the co-pilot and sole survivor of a 2006 Comair flight that crashed in Lexington, Kentucky, killing 49.
The 12 Syrian entities delisted by UK 

Ministry of Interior
Ministry of Defence
General Intelligence Directorate
Air Force Intelligence Agency
Political Security Directorate
Syrian National Security Bureau
Military Intelligence Directorate
Army Supply Bureau
General Organisation of Radio and TV
Al Watan newspaper
Cham Press TV
Sama TV

Sholto Byrnes on Myanmar politics
The specs
  • Engine: 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8
  • Power: 640hp
  • Torque: 760nm
  • On sale: 2026
  • Price: Not announced yet
Kareem Shaheen on Canada
Tearful appearance

Chancellor Rachel Reeves set markets on edge as she appeared visibly distraught in parliament on Wednesday. 

Legislative setbacks for the government have blown a new hole in the budgetary calculations at a time when the deficit is stubbornly large and the economy is struggling to grow. 

She appeared with Keir Starmer on Thursday and the pair embraced, but he had failed to give her his backing as she cried a day earlier.

A spokesman said her upset demeanour was due to a personal matter.

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Key facilities
  • Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
  • Premier League-standard football pitch
  • 400m Olympic running track
  • NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
  • 600-seat auditorium
  • Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
  • An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
  • Specialist robotics and science laboratories
  • AR and VR-enabled learning centres
  • Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
Which honey takes your fancy?

Al Ghaf Honey

The Al Ghaf tree is a local desert tree which bears the harsh summers with drought and high temperatures. From the rich flowers, bees that pollinate this tree can produce delicious red colour honey in June and July each year

Sidr Honey

The Sidr tree is an evergreen tree with long and strong forked branches. The blossom from this tree is called Yabyab, which provides rich food for bees to produce honey in October and November. This honey is the most expensive, but tastiest

Samar Honey

The Samar tree trunk, leaves and blossom contains Barm which is the secret of healing. You can enjoy the best types of honey from this tree every year in May and June. It is an historical witness to the life of the Emirati nation which represents the harsh desert and mountain environments

Updated: June 26, 2023, 3:45 PM`
Hajj 2025Saudi Arabia