Saudi Arabia has suspended the issuance of Umrah visas and restricted entry to Makkah in preparation for Hajj 2026.

Actor Omer Shahzad has responded to public criticism concerning a video he shared from Makkah, stating that his intentions behind the post have been misunderstood.

Pilgrims in Makkah have received 2.3 million awareness services, indicating extensive support and guidance provided during their spiritual journey.

PUTRAJAYA, March 13 — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that all Malaysian pilgrims staying at the Mir...

Makkah lantern event celebrates local culture  Arab News

Saudi Arabia is hosting stranded GCC nationals in Makkah with 2,500 hotel rooms allocated by the Makkah Chamber of Commerce.

Pilgrims heading to Makkah and Madinah for Ramadan should expect warmer weather. Saudi Arabia's meteorology center predicts above-average temperatures and below-normal rainfall. Daytime conditions will feel noticeably warmer, especially in the afternoons. Any precipitation is expected to be light. This forecast helps authorities prepare services for worshippers during the holy month.

Starting Monday, expatriates will not be permitted to enter Makkah without an official permit, according to new regulations.

Preparations for this year's haj season are reportedly progressing smoothly, with a team inspecting facilities in Makkah and Madinah to ensure readiness.

Watch: Rains fall upon worshippers in Makkah on last day of Ramadan 2026 Khaleej Times

The Saudi Commerce Ministry carried out more than 21,000 inspection tours in Makkah and Madinah during Ramadan to ensure compliance and fair practices.

Nearly 2 million people cross Makkah miqats during Ramadan  Arab News

Al-Sudais launches charity campaign in Makkah  Arab News

Makkah Border Guards successfully rescued two Bangladeshi individuals who were found stranded at sea.

Authorities in Makkah are maintaining a high state of alert after recent heavy rains, taking precautionary measures to ensure public safety and manage potential flooding.

'Safe Heart Zone' at Grand Mosque in Makkah enables rapid heart attack treatment  Saudi Gazette

18,000 personnel mobilized in Makkah, Madinah as itikaf begins  Arab News

Officials say situation for Pakistani pilgrims, travellers in Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah remains stable

Registration is now open for i'tikaf at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah, commencing on 20 Ramadan. Worshippers can apply electronically to observe this spiritual practice in a safe and organized environment during the final ten days of Ramadan.