Key TakeawaysGiancarlo Esposito, 68, embraced Islam in Saudi Arabia while filming the action film 7 DogsGeneral Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki ...
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Key TakeawaysUmrah visa issuance began on 30 May 2026 (14 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH), the day Hajj 2026 concludedEntry into Makkah and access to Umrah permits via ...
Key TakeawaysSaudi Arabia’s aviation regulator has banned the recharging of power banks during flightsPassengers may carry a maximum of two power banks, ...
Summary:Saudi Arabia has introduced smart road lighting on key Hajj routes to reduce driver fatigue, improve alertness, and enhance safety for pilgrims ...
Key TakeawaysEmployees performing Hajj for the first time are entitled to between 10 and 15 days of paid leave, including Eid al-Adha holidaysThe ...
Key TakeawaysSaudi Arabia and Türkiye are planning a railway running from Jeddah through Makkah, Madinah, Jordan, and Syria to IstanbulThe feasibility study ...
Key TakeawaysApril 18, 2026 is the final date for Umrah visa holders to depart Saudi Arabia.The deadline is part of the regular seasonal transition from ...
Ziyad Motala, Professor of Law, Howard Law School A Troubling Spectacle A troubling spectacle continues during the nightly prayers of Ramadhan. In Islam’s ...
Ramadan 1447 AH (2026) will occur in the winter season in Saudi Arabia.Daily fasting hours are projected to be a moderate 12 to 13 hours.The cooler climate ...
Key TakeawaysOutdoor mosque loudspeakers cannot broadcast prayers, only the Adhan and Iqama.Mosques must strictly follow Umm Al-Qura calendar timings.Iftar ...