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April 4, 2026

Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Badr Al-Turki Arrives in Tanzania for First Official Visit

Sheikh Badr Al-Turki, Imam of Masjid al-Haram, has arrived in Tanzania for his first official visit, where he will preside over the International Quran Memorization Competition and lead several da’wah initiatives.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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April 3, 2026

Saudi Grand Mufti Al-Fawzan Deletes All Online Fatwas, Accounts and Content From the Internet

Sheikh Saleh Al-Fawzan has deleted his entire online presence — including his official website, Twitter account approaching one million followers, YouTube channel exceeding one million subscribers, and thousands of fatwas, lessons, sermons, and lectures.

byMaisah

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April 1, 2026

Makkah To Get Its Own Airport, Plan Approved by Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has officially approved plans for an international airport in Makkah al-Mukarramah — the first in the holy city’s history. RCMC CEO Eng. Saleh Al-Rasheed confirmed the announcement in Harvard Business Review Arabia, stating that feasibility studies have been completed and strategic directions approved. Here’s everything we know so far.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Umrah Opens for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to April 30

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March 31, 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Will Be Only Open for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to April 30

Saudi citizens will have a dedicated window to perform Umrah at Masjid al-Haram from 1 Dhul Qi’dah to 13 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — corresponding to April 18 to April 30, 2026 — with the Grand Mosque expected to be significantly less crowd.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah

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March 31, 2026

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah, All 24 Passengers Unharmed

A bus transporting 24 Indonesian Umrah pilgrims caught fire on a highway near Madinah on March 26, 2026, after a tyre burst and smoke emerged from the front of the vehicle. All passengers evacuated safely with no injuries.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 30, 2026

International Hajj 2026 Flights to Begin on April 18

International Hajj flight operations will officially begin on April 18, 2026, with Pakistan’s first flights departing from Karachi, Lahore, Sialkot, and Multan, and Indonesia’s first departure set for April 22.

byMaisah

turkish woman arrested masjid al haram march 2026

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March 28, 2026

Woman Arrested at Masjid al-Haram After Attempting to Cut Piece of Kiswa

A woman travelling with a Turkish Hajj group was detained by security forces at Masjid al-Haram after she attempted to cut a piece of the Kaaba’s covering — the Kiswah — with scissors to keep as a souvenir.

bySamira Yusuf

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March 26, 2026

Over 9 Million Iftar Meals Served at Masjid an-Nabawi During Ramadan 2026

The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques served 9,015,322 free Iftar meals to worshippers and visitors at Masjid an-Nabawi throughout Ramadan 1447 AH.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Hajj 2026 Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

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March 24, 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that April 18, 2026 — corresponding to 1 Dhul Qi’dah 1447 AH — is the final date for Umrah pilgrims to depart from Saudi Arabia as the Kingdom transitions into Hajj season.

byWarda Shahid

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March 23, 2026

Over 33 Million Iftar Meals Served at the Two Holy Mosques During Ramadan 2026

More than 33 million Iftar meals were served to worshippers and pilgrims at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi throughout Ramadan 1447 AH — one of the largest hospitality operations carried out at the Two Holy Mosques during the holy month.

byMaisah

Ramadan 2026 Over 1.68 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia

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March 20, 2026

Ramadan 2026: Over 1.68 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah recorded over 1.68 million international Umrah pilgrims during Ramadan 2026, with more than 153,000 services delivered across 30 Nusuk Care centres and over 21,500 field inspections conducted to ensure service quality.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Masjid al-Haram Installs 350 Column Coding Boards to Help Pilgrims Navigate

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March 19, 2026

Masjid al-Haram Installs 350 Column Coding Boards to Help Pilgrims Navigate

The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has launched a column coding board project inside Masjid al-Haram, installing 350 directional boards across the mosque’s pillars to help worshippers navigate the mosque quickly and easily.

byMaisah

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March 18, 2026

Sheikh Salah Al-Budair to Lead Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayer at Masjid an-Nabawi

Sheikh Dr. Salah bin Muhammad Al-Budair has been appointed to lead the Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH prayer at Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 6:40 AM.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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March 18, 2026

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.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

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March 18, 2026

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.

byMohammad bin Abdullah

Saudi Arabia

Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Badr Al-Turki Arrives in Tanzania for First Official Visit

Saudi Grand Mufti Al-Fawzan Deletes All Online Fatwas, Accounts and Content From the Internet

Makkah To Get Its Own Airport, Plan Approved by Saudi Arabia

Hajj 2026: Umrah Will Be Only Open for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to April 30

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah, All 24 Passengers Unharmed

International Hajj 2026 Flights to Begin on April 18

Woman Arrested at Masjid al-Haram After Attempting to Cut Piece of Kiswa

Over 9 Million Iftar Meals Served at Masjid an-Nabawi During Ramadan 2026

Hajj 2026: Umrah Visa Holders To Leave Saudi Arabia before April 18

Over 33 Million Iftar Meals Served at the Two Holy Mosques During Ramadan 2026

Ramadan 2026: Over 1.68 Million International Umrah Pilgrims Arrive in Saudi Arabia

Masjid al-Haram Installs 350 Column Coding Boards to Help Pilgrims Navigate

Sheikh Salah Al-Budair to Lead Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayer at Masjid an-Nabawi

Sheikh Usaamah Khayyat to Lead Eid al-Fitr 2026 Prayer at Masjid al-Haram

Shawwal Moon Not Sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid al-Fitr 2026 on Friday, March 20

Imam Schedule For Masjid al Haram and Nabawi (Updated)

Makkah To Get Its Own Airport, Plan Approved by Saudi Arabia

Imam of Masjid al-Haram Sheikh Badr Al-Turki Arrives in Tanzania for First Official Visit

Listen Masjid an Nabawi Friday Khutbah in Different Languages (Apr 3, 2026)

Bus Carrying Indonesian Umrah Pilgrims Catches Fire Near Madinah, All 24 Passengers Unharmed

Hajj 2026: Umrah Will Be Only Open for Saudi Citizens From April 18 to April 30

Khadija bint Khuwaylid (RA), The Prophet’s Wife Who Never Broke

Listen Masjid al Haram Friday Khutbah in Different Languages (Apr 3, 2026)

Saudi Grand Mufti Al-Fawzan Deletes All Online Fatwas, Accounts and Content From the Internet

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