Pakistan Reaffirms Defense Pact to Protect Masjid al Haram and Nabawi
Historic mutual agreement ensures Pakistani support for safeguarding Islam’s holiest sites amid regional security concerns.
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Listen Masjid al Haram Friday Khutbah in Different Languages (Sept 12, 2025)
Friday Khutbah (Sermon) from Grand Mosque in Arabic, English, Urdu, French, Farsi, Malay, Hausa, Turkish, Russian, Hindi, Indonesian and Chinese.
International Exhibition and Museum of Prophet’s Biography Launched in Makkah
Prince Saud bin Mishal inaugurates interactive museum under Muslim World League supervision, featuring immersive Prophetic history and digital encyclopedias.
Chadian Reciter Wins First Prize at 45th King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition In Mecca
Mohammad Adam Mohamed of Chad wins 500,000 SAR in prestigious global Quran recitation event as Saudi Arabia awards 4 million SAR in total prizes.
Promotional Activities Banned During Ramadan Iftar Meals at Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi
Strict new guidelines require permits for iftar services at Islam’s holiest sites, prohibiting advertising.
Pilgrims Told Not to Sit in Masjid al-Haram Corridors
Workers ask visitors to keep passageways and courtyards clear, so people can move freely during Tawaf, Sa‘i and peak prayer times.
Pedestrian Signals Activated Near Haramain Train Station in Makkah
New pedestrian crossings have begun operating close to the Haramain Train station in the holy city.
Location of Free Safety Bracelets in Masjid al Haram
Saudi authority provides wristbands at King Abdulaziz Gate 1 and King Fahd Gate 79 to locate lost children and elderly during prayers.
Saudi Opens Interactive Hijrah Trail from Mecca to Medina to Help Pilgrims Relive Prophet’s Migration
Starting this November, 300,000 participants will follow a restored 470 km route—complete with rest stations, interactive hubs, and 4×4 transport—to experience the Prophet’s migration.
Non‑Muslims Banned from Buying Properties in Makkah and Madinah
Starting January 1, 2026, non-Saudi investors may buy property in Riyadh and Jeddah, while Mecca and Medina remain restricted to Muslim individuals and certain Saudi entities.
Masjid Al Haram Gets Helpline Phone Number For Visitors
New phone service and on‑site help desks guide visitors through prayer and rites at Masjid al‑Haram and Masjid an‑Nabawi.
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.