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Sheikh Saleh bin Humaid will deliver the Arafah sermon during this year’s Hajj. (@PRAGOVSA)

Sheikh Saleh bin Humaid to deliver Arafah sermon during Hajj 2025

The day of Arafah (the 9th of Dhul Hijjah) is widely considered the pinnacle of Hajj, marking the most important day for pilgrims
The sermon is delivered from Masjid Al-Nimra on Mount Arafat before Dhuhr and Asr prayers are performed together on Dhul Hijjah 9

By Arab News · 25 May 2025

Muslim pilgrims circle the Kaaba and pray at the Grand Mosque ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, in the holy city of Makkah, S

Historical miniature paintings depict Holy Mosques before expansion

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi · 12 February 2024

In the past, hajj pilgrims would arrive in ships after a long journey that could take about four to five months. (SPA)

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Motawifs reminisce about serving Hajj pilgrims in years gone by

By Rahaf Jambi · 26 June 2023

Volunteers often treat pilgrims returning to Jamarat for Tashreeq days. (AN photo by Huda Bashatah)

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Young Saudi medical volunteers step up to treat Hajj pilgrims

By Lama Alhamawi · 14 July 2022

Hajj pilgrims moving back to Mina through Muzdalifah before sunset. (SPA)

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Pilgrims leave Arafat for final Hajj phases

By MOHAMMED AL-KINANI · 08 July 2022

The Kingdom has become a world leader in crowd management due to its handling of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. (SPA)

Saudi women step up to command crowds during Hajj

By Tareq Al-Thaqafi · 07 July 2022

Saudi Health Minister Fahad Al-Jalajil visit Makkah and holy sites. (SPA)

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Saudi minister inspects health facilities for Hajj pilgrims

By SPA · 07 July 2022

Around 2.5 million pilgrims take part in Hajj this year

Around 2.5 million pilgrims take part in Hajj this year

By Arab News · 10 August 2019

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