Sheikh Usaamah Khayyat to Lead Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayer at Masjid al-Haram
Sheikh Usaamah Khayyat has been appointed to lead the Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH prayer at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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Shawwal Moon Not Sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid al-Fitr 2026 on Friday, March 20
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has announced that the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on the evening of March 18, 2026, confirming Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH will be celebrated on Friday, March 20, 2026, with Ramadan completing its full 30 days.
Saudi Arabia To Hold Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayers Indoors Due to Heavy Rainfall and Severe Weather
The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has directed its regional branches to hold Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH prayers inside mosques only, after the National Centre of Meteorology forecast heavy rain, hail, flash floods, and strong winds across parts of the Kingdom from Wednesday through Monday.
Over One Million Quran Copies Distributed Across the Two Holy Mosques During Ramadan 2026
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has made over one million copies of the Quran available across Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi during Ramadan 1447 AH, with field teams working around the clock to ensure continuous availability for worshippers and pilgrims.
Ramadan 2026: Sheikh Salaah Budair to Lead Khatam al-Quran Dua at Masjid an-Nabawi
Sheikh Dr. Salah bin Muhammad Al-Budair will lead the Khatam al-Quran dua at Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah on Tuesday night, March 17, 2026.
Police Detains Worshipper Found Praying on Top of Railing at Masjid al-Haram
On the 27th night of Ramadan 2026, a worshipper was removed at Masjid al-Haram after being found praying on top of a railing inside the mosque — with fellow worshippers playing a key role in alerting authorities.
Bolton’s Largest Mosque Brings Together 130 Guests for Interfaith Iftar
Zakariyya Jaa’me Mosque in Bolton opened its doors to over 130 guests from different faiths and backgrounds for a shared Iftar, offering mosque tours, a talk on fasting and community, and a communal breaking of the fast during Ramadan 2026.
Eid al-Fitr 2026: Saudi Arabia Calls for Shawwal Crescent Sighting on March 18
Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the Shawwal crescent on the evening of Wednesday, March 18, 2026 — with Eid al-Fitr falling either on March 19 or March 20 depending on the outcome.
Ramadan 2026: Masjid al-Haram Reaches Full Capacity on 27th Night
Masjid al-Haram reached full capacity on the night of the 27th of Ramadan — March 15, 2026 — with authorities managing access at the gates and giving entry priority to those performing Umrah.
March 20 Is the Last Date for Umrah Visa Issuance Before Hajj 2026
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has set March 20, 2026 as the final date for issuing Umrah visas, with April 3, 2026 as the last permitted date to enter Saudi Arabia before the Hajj season begins.
Specialized Cardiac Emergency Zone Launched at Masjid al-Haram
The Makkah Health Cluster has activated a dedicated cardiac emergency unit at the Grand Mosque, deploying a 30-member medical team, 10 intensive care beds, and a mobile catheterization lab to respond to heart emergencies among the millions of pilgrims.
Ramadan 2026: Sheikh Sudais to Lead Khatam al-Quran Dua
Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President and Chief Imam of Masjid al-Haram, will lead the Khatam al-Quran dua on the 17 March 2026 (29th night of Ramadan 1447 AH) — marking his 36th consecutive completion of the Quran at the Grand Mosque.
Fire Breaks Out at Mira Ajyad Hotel in Makkah, Damaging Restaurant and Hotel Facade
Makkah Civil Defence extinguished a fire that broke out at Mira Ajyad Hotel in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, damaging a restaurant and the hotel facade. No injuries were recorded.
96.6 Million Pilgrims Visit the Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi in 20 Days of Ramadan 2026
A total of 96.6 million worshippers and pilgrims passed through Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah during the first twenty days of Ramadan 1447 AH — 2026.
Prophet’s Mosque Launches Quran Recitation Program for Itikaf Participants
The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Two Holy Mosques has launched a dedicated Quran recitation program for Itikaf participants at Masjid an-Nabawi, while the Ministry of Islamic Affairs rolls out women’s services system across key mosques in Madinah.