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Hajj worshippers circle the Kaaba in Makkah during last year's Hajj. AFP
How technology is transforming Hajj

Saudi Arabia readies itself to receive pre-pandemic numbers of pilgrims

GulfJune 27, 2023
Mariam Nihal
Muslim pilgrims gather to pray atop Mount Arafat, south-east of Makkah, during last year's Hajj. AFP
Pilgrims prepare for journey to Mount Arafat on second day of Hajj

Prayer at the holy summit is one of the most important aspects of pilgrimage

MENAJune 27, 2023
Mariam Nihal
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Saudi Royal Court via Reuters
We will prove Neom sceptics wrong, Saudi Crown Prince says

Mega-city is competing with Miami in terms of entertainment, says Prince Mohammed bin Salman

GulfJune 26, 2023
Mariam Nihal
A general view of the Mina area during the annual Haj pilgrimage, in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, June 26, 2023. REUTERS / Mohamed Abd El Ghany
Mina's city of tents to welcome pilgrims for Hajj 2023

Mina is where the prophet Ibrahim was ordered to sacrifice his son

Saudi ArabiaJune 26, 2023
Nada AlTaher
Pakistan’s President Arif Alvi arrives in Jeddah ahead of Hajj. SPA
Pakistan's President Arif Alvi arrives in Jeddah to perform Hajj

Arif Alvi will partake in annual pilgramge with family and staff

GulfJune 26, 2023
Mariam Nihal
The number of Saudi female volunteers has increased this year.
Saudi Arabia brings women to the forefront as Hajj begins

Female workers have taken up positions in the security forces and medical teams, while many are volunteering

GulfJune 26, 2023
Mariam Nihal
Saudi policewomen receive calls at the the Saudi National Center for Security Operations, 911, ahead of the Hajj pilgrimage in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, Monday, July 4, 2022. (AP Photo / Amr Nabil)
Authorities make arrangements for international Hajj pilgrims

Saudi authorities warned pilgrims against scammers and fake Hajj services offered online

GulfJune 24, 2023
Mariam Nihal
A man walks with a sheep on a leash in Iraq's southern city of Basra on Tuesday, ahead of Eid Al Adha. AFP
Rising livestock prices pose challenge for Eid Al Adha

Residents look to community initiatives or send money home to participate in tradition

GulfJune 23, 2023
Mariam Nihal
Egyptian pilgrims arrive at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on Tuesday. AP
Hajj 2023 Symposium: Self-driving buses to transport pilgrims

Officials showcase preparations for pilgrimage at event in Jeddah

GulfJune 22, 2023
Mariam Nihal
A hackathon in Jeddah in 2018 that explored high-tech solutions to make the Hajj pilgrimage more efficient and safe. AFP
Saudi Arabia launches e-services to ease pilgrims' Hajj visit

Kingdom moves to protect visitors with temperatures expected to reach 45ºC during the pilgrimage

GulfJune 20, 2023
Mariam Nihal
Hattan Alsaif, the first Saudi gold medal winner at the International Federation of Muaythai Associations World Championships. Photo: Hattan Alsaif
Hattan Alsaif: Muaythai helped me overcome loss and depression

Hattan hopes to inspire others to use sport to get back on track

SportJune 20, 2023
Mariam Nihal
A military helicopter at the World Defence Show in Riyadh in March last year. Reuters
Saudi Arabia and Airbus sign deal to produce helicopters

Deal to see investment of 25 billion riyals over 20 years to build 100 aircraft

GulfJune 19, 2023
Mariam Nihal
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives at the kingdom's reception in Paris. Reuters
Saudi Crown Prince at Paris reception for Riyadh's Expo 2030 bid

Event revealed kingdom's plans to host the event ahead of general assembly vote in November to pick a host country

Saudi ArabiaJune 19, 2023
Mariam Nihal
The crescent moon marking the start of Dhul Hijjah was sighted on Sunday evening. SPA
Saudi Arabia declares start dates for Hajj and Eid Al Adha

Crescent moon marking the start of the month of Dhul Hijjah was sighted on Sunday evening

GulfJune 18, 2023
Mariam Nihal
Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, left, is received by Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran. AFP
Saudi Foreign Minister has 'positive' talks with Iran

Prince Faisal bin Farhan also meets President Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran

GulfJune 17, 2023
Mariam Nihal
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