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Pilgrims Flock to Medina Under New Digital System

Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims are currently arriving in the holy city of Medina to visit the Prophet's Mosque after completing their Hajj rituals in Mecca. The faithful are eager to pray in the revered "Garden of Paradise," a…

Turkish Pilgrims Reach Arafat for Key Hajj Rituals

Turkish pilgrims performing the Hajj have swiftly arrived at their camps in Arafat, completing the 21-kilometer journey from Mecca in just 25 minutes via a specially allocated traffic route. Upon arrival, the groups expressed high…

Millions Begin Sacred Journey to Mount Arafat

The massive transfer of approximately two million Hajj pilgrims from Mecca to the foothills of Mount Arafat has officially begun ahead of the pilgrimage's most critical ritual. In a major logistical update this year, Saudi officials are…

Upgraded Comfort for Hajj Pilgrims

Türkiye’s Directorate of Religious Affairs has finalized preparations to host tens of thousands of Hajj pilgrims in fully air-conditioned tents at Mount Arafat. During the vital Arafat standing ceremony on May 26, these…

Over 12,000 Iranian Pilgrims Stranded in Saudi Arabia

Due to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict and suspended flights, around 12,500 Iranian pilgrims remain stranded in Medina after performing the Hajj. Iranian officials are coordinating with Saudi Arabia and Iraq for a possible land return.…

Nearly 2 Million Muslims Complete Hajj in Mecca

Around 1.8 million international pilgrims and 100,000 local worshippers performed key Hajj rituals in Saudi Arabia. After standing at Arafat on the 9th day of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims moved to Muzdalifah, then proceeded to Mina to stone the…

Hajj Pilgrims Prepare for Arafat Day

Over 1.7 million pilgrims in Mecca continue their rituals ahead of Arafat Day on June 5. Saudi authorities are checking Nusuk cards to control access. Turkish teams are assisting with health, transport, and guidance. Pilgrims will be taken…

Hajj Pilgrims Pray for Palestine

During the 1446 Hijri Hajj rituals in Mecca, pilgrims ran toward the Kaaba and prayed for Palestine. A prayer by a group from Turkmenistan during tawaf stood out as they spoke in Turkish, making it understandable for pilgrims from Türkiye.…

Muslim Pilgrims Reach Kaaba Amid Deep Emotions

Millions of Muslims arriving in Mecca for the 1446 Hajj have begun their pilgrimage with powerful emotional moments as they face the Kaaba for the first time. Entering the holy city in the state of ihram, they perform umrah rituals and…

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