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      Hajj worshippers circle the Kaaba in Makkah during last year's Hajj. AFP
      How technology is transforming Hajj

      Saudi Arabia readies itself to receive pre-pandemic numbers of pilgrims

      GulfJune 27, 2023
      Muslim pilgrims gather to pray atop Mount Arafat, south-east of Makkah, during last year's Hajj. AFP
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      Pilgrims prepare for journey to Mount Arafat on second day of Hajj

      Prayer at the holy summit is one of the most important aspects of pilgrimage

      MENAJune 27, 2023
      Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Saudi Royal Court via Reuters
      We will prove Neom sceptics wrong, Saudi Crown Prince says

      Mega-city is competing with Miami in terms of entertainment, says Prince Mohammed bin Salman

      GulfJune 26, 2023
      A general view of the Mina area during the annual Haj pilgrimage, in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, June 26, 2023. REUTERS / Mohamed Abd El Ghany
      Play23:20:32
      Mina's city of tents to welcome pilgrims for Hajj 2023

      Mina is where the prophet Ibrahim was ordered to sacrifice his son

      Saudi ArabiaJune 26, 2023
      Pakistan’s President Arif Alvi arrives in Jeddah ahead of Hajj. SPA
      Pakistan's President Arif Alvi arrives in Jeddah to perform Hajj

      Arif Alvi will partake in annual pilgramge with family and staff

      GulfJune 26, 2023
      The number of Saudi female volunteers has increased this year.
      Saudi Arabia brings women to the forefront as Hajj begins

      Female workers have taken up positions in the security forces and medical teams, while many are volunteering

      GulfJune 26, 2023
      Saudi policewomen receive calls at the the Saudi National Center for Security Operations, 911, ahead of the Hajj pilgrimage in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia, Monday, July 4, 2022. (AP Photo / Amr Nabil)
      Authorities make arrangements for international Hajj pilgrims

      Saudi authorities warned pilgrims against scammers and fake Hajj services offered online

      GulfJune 24, 2023
      A man walks with a sheep on a leash in Iraq's southern city of Basra on Tuesday, ahead of Eid Al Adha. AFP
      Rising livestock prices pose challenge for Eid Al Adha

      Residents look to community initiatives or send money home to participate in tradition

      GulfJune 23, 2023
      Egyptian pilgrims arrive at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on Tuesday. AP
      Hajj 2023 Symposium: Self-driving buses to transport pilgrims

      Officials showcase preparations for pilgrimage at event in Jeddah

      GulfJune 22, 2023
      A hackathon in Jeddah in 2018 that explored high-tech solutions to make the Hajj pilgrimage more efficient and safe. AFP
      Saudi Arabia launches e-services to ease pilgrims' Hajj visit

      Kingdom moves to protect visitors with temperatures expected to reach 45ºC during the pilgrimage

      GulfJune 20, 2023
      Hattan Alsaif, the first Saudi gold medal winner at the International Federation of Muaythai Associations World Championships. Photo: Hattan Alsaif
      Hattan Alsaif: Muaythai helped me overcome loss and depression

      Hattan hopes to inspire others to use sport to get back on track

      SportJune 20, 2023
      A military helicopter at the World Defence Show in Riyadh in March last year. Reuters
      Saudi Arabia and Airbus sign deal to produce helicopters

      Deal to see investment of 25 billion riyals over 20 years to build 100 aircraft

      GulfJune 19, 2023
      Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman arrives at the kingdom's reception in Paris. Reuters
      Play8:44:26
      Saudi Crown Prince at Paris reception for Riyadh's Expo 2030 bid

      Event revealed kingdom's plans to host the event ahead of general assembly vote in November to pick a host country

      Saudi ArabiaJune 19, 2023
      The crescent moon marking the start of Dhul Hijjah was sighted on Sunday evening. SPA
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      Saudi Arabia declares start dates for Hajj and Eid Al Adha

      Crescent moon marking the start of the month of Dhul Hijjah was sighted on Sunday evening

      GulfJune 18, 2023
      Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan, left, is received by Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran. AFP
      Saudi Foreign Minister has 'positive' talks with Iran

      Prince Faisal bin Farhan also meets President Ebrahim Raisi in Tehran

      GulfJune 17, 2023
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