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April 7, 2025
Saudi Arabia Temporarily Suspends Visas for 14 Countries Due To Hajj 2025
In preparation for the upcoming Hajj season 1446/2025, Saudi Arabia has temporarily halted the issuance of new short-term visas—including business, e-tourist, and family visit visas—for citizens of 14 countries. This measure, effective from April 13, 2025, aims to better coordinate arrivals and ensure safety during the pilgrimage.
February 3, 2025
Saudi Arabia Bans 1-Year Visit Visa for 14 Countries to Curb Illegal Hajj Pilgrims
Single-entry permits replace 1-year visas for key countries starting February 2025.
December 16, 2024
Indonesia’s Hajj Waiting List Reaches 25 Years Long Due To Growing Demand
Indonesia has an annual Hajj quota of about 200,000 pilgrims. Currently, this leads to a waiting period of at least 25 years for many Indonesians wishing to perform the pilgrimage.
October 9, 2024
Imam of Masjid Nabawi, Ahmad Hudhaify Visiting Indonesia
He will also lead Friday prayer at Istiqlal Mosque on October 11, 2024.
September 30, 2024
Indonesia To Promote Eco-Friendly Mosque During ISIM 2024
“Beyond being places of worship, mosques should serve as centers of civilization that address global challenges like climate change,” said Ahmad Zayadi, the ministry’s acting director for Islamic affairs, in a statement released Saturday.
September 5, 2024
Pope Francis Kisses The Hand of Jakarta’s Mosque Imam
Outside the mosque, Pope Francis kisses Imam Nasaruddin Umar’s hand outside Jakarta Mosque, calls for interfaith unity.
August 27, 2024
Pope Will Visit Istiqlal Mosque in Indonesia on September 5, 2024
Next week, Pope Francis will begin his Asia tour with a significant stop at Indonesia’s renowned Istiqlal Mosque.
August 1, 2024
Members of Indonesia’s Largest Islamic Organization Visited Israel
Indonesia’s main Muslim bodies have come under intense public scrutiny following a controversial Israel visit by members of the world’s largest Islamic organization, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU).
April 10, 2024
Malaysia and Indonesia: Shawwal Moon Sighted Eid Al Fitr on April 10 2024
Malaysia and Indonesia are ready to welcome Eid al-Fitr. The unique cultural celebrations on the joyous occasion of Eid are notable.
April 2, 2024
Indonesia Offers Free Tattoo Removal For Muslims in Jakarta
Tattoos are prohibited (haram) in Islam.
September 20, 2023
Indonesia Jailed Woman for Reciting Bismillah Before Eating Pork
Lina Mukherjee has been jailed and fined!
August 3, 2023
Panji Gumilang Arrested In Indonesia For Allowing Women to Pray With Men
In Indonesia, the country with the largest Muslim population globally, a 77-year-old Muslim teacher, Panji Gumilang, is entangled…
August 3, 2023
Blasphemy Cases Are Rising Rapidly In Indonesia
Indonesia, renowned for its tolerant and pluralist form of Islam, is facing a growing worry with the rise…
April 8, 2023
Indonesian Couple Got Married In front of Kaaba
The couple married in front of the Kaaba, the holiest site in Islam, bringing joy and excitement to…