1,500 Saudi Flights Cancelled After Airport Attacks
Flights at Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam airports were cancelled in large numbers on Sunday and Monday after attacks attributed to Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
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Visit to Riyad al-Jannah Allowed Only Once Every Year
The Ministry of Hajj says a new Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifa permit can only be issued after 365 days, through the Nusuk app.
Madinah Opens Ramadan 2027 Iftar Catering Applications for Quba, Qiblatain and Miqat Mosques
Madinah opens applications for Ramadan 1448 AH iftar catering services at designated sites. Check eligibility requirements, application deadline and how to apply online.
Bangladeshi Umrah Pilgrim Killed in Riyadh Airport Attack
Bangladeshi madrasa teacher from Cumilla was on his way to Umrah when the Houthi attack hit Riyadh airport.
Umrah Pilgrims Among 12 Killed in Riyadh Airport Missile Strike
A missile hit King Khalid International Airport on October 10, killing 12 and injuring 309, including Umrah pilgrims.
Madinah Adds 5,444 Trees Around Masjid an-Nabawi
Madinah Municipality says the central area also has 9,930 sq m of green space and 1,385 planting beds.
Saudi Arabia Suspends 4 Umrah Companies, 4 Agents Over Housing
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah referred them to a complaints committee for housing pilgrims in unlicensed facilities.
Hajj 2027: Saudi Hajj Ministry Meets Offices in 78 Countries for Hajj
Meetings with pilgrim affairs offices covered housing, transport, catering and contracts ahead of Hajj 1448.
Masjid an-Nabawi Gets New Shoe Rack System With Letters and Colours
Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) in Madinah has a new shoe rack system. Racks now have a letter prefix, like C-031, and coloured numbers instead of black ones.
Jeddah Airport Moves 7 Airlines to Hajj Terminal in October 2026
Seven airlines are shifting from the North Terminal to the Hajj and Umrah Terminal at King Abdulaziz International Airport between 1 and 15 October 2026.
Man Arrested at Masjid al-Haram for Harassing Passersby
Security forces in Makkah detained the man and sent him to Public Prosecution. Suicide bomber claims are false.
Houthi Militia Strikes Madinah Electricity Station Serving Masjid an-Nabawi
The Houthi militia struck an electricity distribution station in Madinah Al-Munawwarah serving Masjid an-Nabawi, according to a Saudi-led Coalition statement.
Madinah Bus Introduces New Routes and Lower Airport Fare
Madinah Bus introduces new routes, a direct Haramain train-to-Masjid an-Nabawi service, and a reduced airport fare of SAR 3.45.
inDrive Launches Ride-Hailing Services in Makkah
inDrive has launched its ride-hailing services in Makkah, expanding its transportation services for residents and visitors in Saudi Arabia.
Upcoming Projects in Madinah and Makkah
Hotels, an entertainment park, a wellness resort and new districts are planned near the two holy mosques.