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Saudi Hajj minister praises efforts in fight against coronavirus

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah held a video call to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr and exchange greetings with its staff in the presence of Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Mohammed Salih Bentin, his deputy Dr. Abdulfattah bin Sulaiman Mashat and other

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OIC chief praises Saudi leadership on Hajj success

The secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen, congratulated the leadership, government and people of Saudi Arabia on the success of this year’s Hajj season. He expressed thanks for the

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New Haramain High Speed Railway transported 50,000 Hajj pilgrims

Saudi Arabia’s Haramain High Speed Railway transported more than 50,000 pilgrims during the first Hajj since it started operating. The train, which runs between 8 a.m and 12 p.m., takes just three hours to travel from Madinah to Makkah, and

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Minister Of Hajj and Umrah Inaugurates The Hajj Grand Symposium Titled "Islam Coexistence & Tolerance"

Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Mohammed Saleh bin Taher Bentin, inaugurated the 44th Hajj Grand Symposium at Makkah .titled "Islam

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Hajj ministry removes two office managers for failing pilgrims

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has removed two office managers from their positions after they failed to provide the required services to

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WHO commends Saudi Arabia’s health care efforts during Hajj

The World Health Organization (WHO) has commended the successful efforts of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health during the Hajj season. The

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How Saudi Arabia cleans up after 2.5m Hajj pilgrims

Hajj authorities in Saudi Arabia face the daunting task of cleaning up after 2.5 million people as the holy pilgrimage comes to an end.    Rubbish bins and the streets around Islam’s holiest sites overflow with empty plastic

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Violations by Hajj pilgrims dropped 29% compared to 2018, says Prince Khalid Al-Faisal

Makkah Gov. Prince Khalid Al-Faisal thanked King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for supervising the services offered to pilgrims during this year’s Hajj, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Prince Khalid said all Saudis were proud

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Saudi Arabia’s aid agency distributes Eid gifts in Yemen

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSRelief) distributed the Eid Kiswa (gifts) among children in Yemen as part of its Your Happiness is Our Happiness program in the war-torn country. “KSRelief has distributed toys, clothing

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King Salman holds annual reception for senior officials performing Hajj

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government bodies, and heads of delegations and pilgrim affairs offices who performed Hajj this year. At the

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Health

AstraZeneca, Oxford aim to produce Omicron-targeted vaccine

3 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government

French company Carmat announces first implant of its

3 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government

5 reasons to add eggs to your diet

4 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government

6 Things That Will Happen If You’ll Eat A Lot Of Nut

4 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Home Care & Precautions

4 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government

Sports

Qatar Handball Team Arrives in Saudi Arabia to Participate

3 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government

Fati delights, Jovic disappoints, optimism for Atletico

4 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government

Saudi Arabia celebrates 20th year of first Olympic medal

4 years   ago

King Salman held his annual reception on Monday for heads of state, Islamic dignitaries, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, government