The end to 2026's Ramadan has been confirmed by Saudi Arabia. This comes as quiet relief to those who were wondering when to ask their boss for the day off for Eid al-Fitr, the Islamic holiday that commemorates the end of Ramadan,

General view of the Grand Mosque during the hajj pilgrimage in the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, June 4, 2025. Saudi Press Agency/Handout via REUTERS MAKKAH, March 14 (Bernama-SPA) -- Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism is continuing intensive inspection campaigns targeting hospitality facilities and tourism service providers in Makkah and Madinah during the last ten days of Ramadan.

Makkah: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Haj and Umrah has announced the final deadlines for issuing Umrah visas, as well as the entry and departure of pilgrims, as the current Umrah season 1447 AH/2026 draws to a close.

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MECCA, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Saudi Arabia stopped more than 269,000 people without permits for the annual Hajj pilgrimage from entering Mecca, officials said Sunday, as authorities crack down on illegal journeys into the city. The government blames ...

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and his wife, Hajia Samira Bawumia, are safe and in good health in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, his office has confirmed, putting to rest public concern sparked by media reports that the couple had been evacuated from Doha,

Saudi authorities install nearly 58,000 new carpets at Masjid al-Haram and Masjid an-Nabawi to improve comfort, cleanliness, and facilities for worshippers.