Once a year, large numbers of Muslim pilgrims converging on Saudi Arabia unite in religious rituals and acts of worship as they perform the Hajj, one of the pillars of Islam. They fulfill a religious ...

Annually, Saudi Arabia welcomes a multitude of Muslim pilgrims for the Hajj, a central pillar of Islam. During this pilgrimage, devotees unite in acts of worship and religious rituals, fulfilling a ...

ARAFAT, Saudi Arabia — This year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia attracted the lowest number of pilgrims for 30 years, excluding the COVID-19 pandemic period, according to figures released Thursday. The annual ...

MINA, Saudi Arabia (AP) — For some, the stoning of the devil ritual at the Hajj in Saudi Arabia marks a solemn moment, a complete submission to God. For others, it represents a victory over evil.

Pakistan has formally requested the Saudi government to increase its Hajj quota to 230,000, in line with the country’s ...

Pakistan has formally requested the Saudi government to increase its Hajj quota to 230,000, in proportion to the country's ...

Pakistan has requested Saudi Arabia to raise its Hajj 2026 quota to 230,000 pilgrims as demand surges, with authorities finalising arrangements and expanding pre-clearance facilities.