Tonight, at the end of Taraweeh prayers in Masjid Al-Haram, President Sheikh Abdur Rahman As-Sudais will complete the recitation of the Quran and deliver his 35th consecutive Khatam Al-Quran dua, a powerful 30-minute supplication that will also include the Qunut during Witr prayers.
The 2025 Safety Index by Numbeo reveals that five Muslim-majority countries are among the world’s top 20 safest nations, underscoring strong perceptions of security and effective governance in these countries.
For safety reasons, Saudi officials advise pilgrims not to bring their children to the Grand Mosque in Mecca during the peak days of Ramadan. Instead, they encourage the use of available childcare centers that provide a secure environment for children.
An Iraqi pilgrim experienced cardiac arrest at Masjid Al Haram, but quick action by Red Crescent teams revived him, and he was transported to Al-Haram Hospital where his pulse was restored after several attempts.
The Madinah Health Cluster has introduced two smart medical capsules—Tabah and Tibabah—at the northern central area of the Prophet’s Mosque, dramatically improving on-site healthcare services for visitors and pilgrims.
Maher Zain is under fire for promoting his new music video in front of Masjid an-Nabawi during Ramadan 2025, with critics decrying the mixing of non-mahram men and women.
The Madinah Health Cluster has launched an innovative ambulance scooter service at the Prophet’s Mosque to provide rapid medical assistance during Ramadan 2025, enabling swift response in crowded conditions.
STC Group has significantly enhanced its digital infrastructure at the Grand Mosque, the Prophet’s Mosque, and surrounding areas to meet the rising communication and data demands during Ramadan 2025, achieving remarkable improvements in network traffic and download speeds.
With a surge in pilgrims during Ramadan causing long wait times at traditional barbershops in Makkah, the Affairs of Two Holy Mosques have introduced a mobile barbershop service at Masjid Al Haram to bring grooming services directly to pilgrims.