Saudi Forces Destroy Houthi Drone Near Makkah Al-Mukarramah on Sept 15
Saudi air defenses destroyed a Houthi drone south of Makkah on Tuesday, the second such attempt since 2017.
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Commander of 1979 Makkah Grand Mosque Siege Dies at 86
Faleh bin Mohammed Al-Dhahiri, then a brigadier general, led the operation that ended the 1979 Makkah siege.
Saudi Arabia Opens AI and Technology Innovation Program for Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi
Sixth edition of “Think for the Two Holy Mosques” invites young innovators to submit ideas by September 16, 2026.
Can Women Pray on the Rooftop of Masjid al-Haram?
Yes, women have separate prayer spaces on the rooftop, with tips on the best time, gates, and facilities.
Saudi Arabia’s Abdulrahman Muhammad and Algeria’s Jumana Shraitiyah Wins 46th King Abdulaziz International Competition
Saudi Arabia’s Abdulrahman Muhammad and Algeria’s Jumana Shraitiyah won the top prizes at the King Abdulaziz Quran Competition in Makkah.
Children’s Activities Start at Masjid al-Haram Library Through 26 August 2026
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques is running cultural and educational activities for children at the Makkah Haram Library.
Dkhoni Begins Supplying Premium Bakhoor to Masjid al-Haram & Masjid an-Nabawi
Dkhoni has begun exclusively supplying premium bakhoor to Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi, using rare Marouki oud sourced from Southeast Asia and India.
List of All Eclipses Visible From Makkah and Madinah Until 2038
A full list of solar and lunar eclipses visible from Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi from 2026 to 2038.
Makkah Deploys AI Robots at 46th Quran Competition
Ministry of Islamic Affairs uses robots and AI to guide visitors in over 90 languages at Masjid al-Haram (Grand Mosque).
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye Sign Joint Defence Agreement Near Masjid al-Haram
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, expanding military cooperation and declaring an attack on one as an attack on all.
Makkah Commission Tracked Hajj 2026 With 9M Traffic Images
Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites used geospatial data and digital maps to manage roads, services and pilgrim movement throughout Hajj 1447.
Masjid an-Nabawi Quran Teacher Sheikh Hassouna Dies
Prominent reciter taught at Masjid an-Nabawi, funeral prayer offered at the Prophet’s Mosque.
Masjid al Haram and Nabawi Institutes Open 1448 AH Admissions
Registration for intermediate, secondary and bachelor’s programs runs until 20 Safar 1448 AH (August 3, 2026).
Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Abdullah Al-Juhani Undergoes Successful Surgery, Recovering Now
Grand Mosque Imam Dr. Abdullah Al-Juhani recovers well after successful operation.
1,000-Year-Old Ibn al-Bawwab Quran Displayed in Makkah
Only two copies of the ancient manuscript exist worldwide, and one is now on show at the Iqra exhibition in Makkah