The Saudi Minister of Interior commented on security measures during the Hajj.
Prince Abdulaziz watched as personnel demonstrated how they would handle a range of possible security scenarios.
11 robots disinfect the Grand Mosque in Mecca
Each robot operates from five to eight hours without human involvement.
The «Guests of God» service program aims to make the Hajj more pleasant for pilgrims.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has integrated smart systems to ensure the safe travel of pilgrims during their stay in the holy cities so they can perform their religious rituals easily and safely.
Medina receives more than 369,000 Hajj pilgrims
More than 294,000 pilgrims have already left Medina and headed to the holy sites in Mecca, while nearly 75,000 were still in the city, according to the report.
A campaign has been launched to welcome Hajj pilgrims in their language
100 guides throughout the mosque communicate fluently with pilgrims in 23 languages.
Thai citizens share their joy while performing the Hajj
Two Thai pilgrims performing the Hajj for the first time expressed joy at arriving in Saudi Arabia after having been unable to do so because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The «Makkah Route» program opens «new horizons» for Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims
Tens of thousands of Hajj pilgrims arrive at Bangladesh's main international airport for flights to Saudi Arabia, going through the immigration process handled by officials of the Kingdom.
The Mecca Health Cluster opens a mobile dental clinic to serve pilgrims
The mobile dental clinic includes 32 medical and operational staff, equipped with modern equipment, operating around the clock throughout the entire Hajj season.
Jordanian Minister praises Saudi Arabia's transportation services for Hajj pilgrims
Jordanian Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs highly praised the development of Saudi Arabia's transportation services for Hajj pilgrims, while himself performing the pilgrimage, reports the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).
The Grand Mosque is ready to receive worshippers on the first Friday of Dhul-Hijjah.
The Grand Mosque in Mecca is fully ready to receive pilgrims and worshippers on Friday, the General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques reported.