Saudi Arabia Suspends Nine Umrah Companies for Safety Violations
Crackdown targets unlicensed housing and contractual breaches
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Masjid an Nabawi Launched 24/7 Helpline for Pilgrims
24/7 inquiry service activated for ritual guidance at 8001111935.
List of Locations For Inquiry at Masjid al Haram
14 permanent assistance stations operational year-round with multilingual support.
Kenyan Gospel Artist Kezzy Kenya Embraces Islam
Kenyan gospel music figure Kezzy Kenya publicly adopted Islam on 12 July 2025, announcing her conversion through a Facebook post.
Sun to Align Directly Over Kaaba Tomorrow 15 July 2025 at 12:27 PM
It will happen tomorrow at 12:27 PM Makkah time.
Saudi Leadership Renews Contracts for Imams and Khateebs of the Two Holy Mosques
Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais thanks the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques for extending the appointments of Grand Mosque and Prophet’s Mosque religious leaders in support of Vision 2030.
Kaaba Washed in 2025 Annual Ghusl Ceremony
The Holy Kaaba was washed after Fajr prayers using hand-picked Taif roses and sacred Zamzam.
Ghusl Kaaba Ceremony to Take Place on July 10, 2025
The traditional Ghusl Kaaba (cleansing of the Kaaba) ceremony is scheduled to take place on the 15th of Muharram, 1447 AH falling on Thursday, July 10 or Friday, 2025.
Backup Imams Appointed at Masjid al Haram and Nabawi For Every Prayer
Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al‑Sudais mandates that every obligatory prayer at Masjid al‑Haram and Masjid an‑Nabawi include secondary imams and muezzins to maintain uninterrupted worship.
Cultural Bus Tours Launched in Makkah
The Royal Commission has rolled out three new routes—Central Region, Hira Cultural District, and Pilgrimage Landmarks—offering guided, multi‑language commentary and transport to Makkah’s top historical and religious sites.
Indonesian President Performs Umrah and Entered the Kaaba
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto performed Umrah in Mecca on July 2, 2025.
Madinah Opens Permit Applications for Hajj 2026 Pilgrim Housing
Property owners and investors urged to apply early and meet all regulatory standards to prepare for the 1447 AH pilgrimage season
Saudia Partners with Vietnam Airlines to Ease Umrah Travel for Vietnamese Pilgrims
New codeshare agreement creates direct pathways for Umrah pilgrims from Vietnam to Islam’s holiest sites.
Turkish Artist Who Drew Prophet Muhammad and Musa Arrested
Four creatives detained after a satirical magazine’s depiction of two prophets ignites fierce protests.
Turkish Magazine Faces Backlash and Arrests Over Controversial Cartoon of Prophet Muhammad and Musa
LeMan magazine’s depiction of two figures labeled “Muhammad” and “Musa” sparked protests in Istanbul and led to the detention of editors for “insulting religious values.”