Security Alert Issued in The Holy City of Makkah
A security alert was issued in the holy city of Makkah on Saturday, 24 October 2026. Saudi Civil Defense lifted it about 10 minutes later.
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Indonesia to Send First Hajj 2027 Flight on 11 April
Indonesia will send its first Hajj 2027 flight to Madinah on 11 April. Pilgrims enter dormitories on 10 April, and Wukuf at Arafah is on 15 May.
Saudi Arabia Intercepts 4 Drones Over Madinah and Eastern Region
Coalition forces intercepted and destroyed 4 drones launched towards Saudi Arabia early today over Madinah Al-Munawwarah and the Eastern Region.
Masjid an Nabawi to Replace I’tikaaf Tents With Permanent Rooms
Construction workers at Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) say I’tikaaf preparations have started and tents will no longer be used.
Masjid al-Haram Imam Sheikh Dr. Bandar Baleelah Promoted to Associate Professor at Taif University
Sheikh Dr. Bandar Baleelah, Imam of Masjid al-Haram, has been promoted to Associate Professor of Fiqh at Taif University.
Danantara Invests SAR 6 Billion in Makkah Hotel and Land
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara has completed its purchase of Novotel Makkah Thakher and 14 land plots in Makkah, with over SAR 6 billion invested.
Jeddah Airport Moves All North Terminal Flights to Terminal 4
All North Terminal flights at Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz Airport now run from Terminal 4 and the Hajj and Umrah Terminal Complex from October 17, 2026.
Indian Actress Neha Swami Wears T-Shirt Insulting Prophet Muhammad
Arjun Bijlani’s wife wore a Mickey Mouse shirt with Allah, Rasool and Muhammad written, and Muslims called it disrespectful.
Cruise Missile Intercepted in Madinah Al-Munawwarah Region
The Saudi-led coalition says it intercepted and destroyed a cruise missile in the Madinah Al-Munawwarah region on Thursday.
1,500 Saudi Flights Cancelled After Airport Attacks
Flights at Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam airports were cancelled in large numbers on Sunday and Monday after attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
Thai King and Queen Attend National Quran Recitation Competition in Pattani
King Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida presided over the 19th National Quran Recitation Competition on 10 October 2026.
Visit to Riyad al-Jannah Allowed Only Once Every Year
The Ministry of Hajj says a new Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa permit can only be issued after 365 days, through the Nusuk app.
Madinah Opens Ramadan 2027 Iftar Catering Applications for Quba, Qiblatain and Miqat Mosques
Madinah opens applications for Ramadan 1448 AH iftar catering services at designated sites. Check eligibility requirements, application deadline and how to apply online.
Bangladeshi Umrah Pilgrim Killed in Riyadh Airport Attack
Bangladeshi madrasa teacher from Cumilla was on his way to Umrah when the Houthi attack hit Riyadh airport.
Umrah Pilgrims Among 17 Killed in Riyadh Airport Missile Strike
A missile hit King Khalid International Airport on October 10, killing 12 and injuring 309, including Umrah pilgrims.