Monday, May 5, 2025

Makkah

Saudi authorities arrested 17030 illegals in a week

Riyadh: Strict inspection and punishment continue against those who violate various laws and stay illegally in Saudi Arabia. In one week, 17,030 foreigners were arrested for violating residence, employment and border security regulations. 10,662 people were arrested for violation...

Visitor visa holders are not allowed to enter Makkah

RIYADH: Those with visit visas in Saudi Arabia are prohibited from entering and staying in Makkah for a month from Thursday. The Ministry of Home Affairs stated that the decision will be applicable to all types of visit visas. Holders...

Bus service has been increased to bring the pilgrims to Makkah

RIYADH: As the Hajj season approaches, the Transport Authority has announced that it has increased services to transport pilgrims to and from Makkah by buses between the country's cities. These services will be available for pilgrims who wish to...

Police arrested four foreign women who committed theft and pickpocketing in Makkah

Riyadh: Police arrested four foreign women who committed theft and pickpocketing in Makkah. The Makkah police arrested four Egyptian women for pickpocketing in public places and bus stations. The police recovered the stolen items from them. This is part of...

Two college students died in a bus accident in Makkah

Riyadh: Two female students died in a college bus accident in Makkah. Four students were injured. A mini bus carrying female students from Ummul Qura University met with an accident on the fourth ring road in Makkah. The bus...

Itikaf registration started in Makkah

RIYADH: Registration for I'tikaf (meal gathering) has begun at Masjid-ul-Haram. Registration begins on Sunday and is open until the number of people is reached. The authority emphasized the need to follow the regulations and guidelines in Masjid-ul-Haram. Applicants age should...

Ramadan rush: Special facilities for Umrah pilgrims in Makkah

Considering the rush during Ramadan, the Haram General Authority has prepared special facilities for the Umrah pilgrims in Makkah's Masjid al-Haram to facilitate rituals and prayers. 210 doors have been opened exclusively for pilgrims to reduce the rush of...

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