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Israeli minister criticises ‘stupid’ TV report in Saudi Arabia’s Mecca by non-Muslim journalist

The documentary was made and aired ‘for the sake of ratings,’ the Arab-Israeli minister said

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2022

Israeli journalist sneaks into Mecca triggering online backlash

Gil Tamary says his report aired on Israel’s Channel 13 News had not intended to offend Muslims.

Al Jazeera · Jul 20, 2022

Israeli minister rues 'stupid' Israeli TV report in Mecca

An Israeli minister on Wednesday denounced as 'stupid and harmful' to Israel-Gulf ties a TV report by a journalist who entered Islam's holiest site Mecca despite a ban on non-Muslim visits and who apologised for the event after an online backlash.

Reuters · Jul 20, 2022

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Israeli journalist sneaks into Mecca on Saudi trip, causing stir

An Israeli reporter slipped into the Islamic holy city of Mecca during a trip to Saudi Arabia, sparking controversy on social media and illustrating the sensitivities of closer ties between the two countries.

Tribune News Service · Jul 19, 2022

Biden welcomed to Saudi Arabia by governor of Mecca region

U.S. President Joe Biden was welcomed on Friday on arrival in the Red Sea port city of Jeddah by the regional governor, at the start of a visit to the kingdom that is part of a Middle East tour, Saudi state television Al Ekhbariya reported.

Reuters · Jul 15, 2022

Saudi Arabia expected to grant access to Israeli air travel - U.S. official

Saudi Arabia will soon allow unfettered overflight to Israeli airlines and permit direct charter flights from Israel for Muslims participating in the annual hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, a U.S. official told Reuters.

Reuters · Jul 14, 2022

'Pictures don't do it justice' - What it's like to go on Hajj

"The tranquillity and the peace that you find once you’ve completed it is something I’ve never experienced before.”

Manchester Evening News · Jul 10, 2022

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Yorkshire vow to block ‘offensive’ followers after response to Adil Rashid tweet

The White Rose county responded to a series of comments after announcing that the bowler was heading to Mecca for Hajj

The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2022

This Eid al-Adha, the new rules for hajj have left many frustrated

The Saudi Arabian government's new rules for the pilgrimage left many Muslims frustrated and disappointed. Some couldn't make the journey, and others were shocked by the conditions upon arrival.

WEKU · Jul 9, 2022

What is Hajj? One million Muslims gather in Mecca for largest pilgrimage since pandemic

The pilgrimage is one of the five pillars of Islam. It is a journey that every adult Muslim must make at least once in their lifetime, as long as they are physically and financially able to do so.

Dublin Live · Jul 8, 2022

Happy Eid-ul-Adha 2022: Top 50 Eid Mubarak Wishes, Messages and Quotes to share with your friends and family on Bakrid

Eid- ul- Adha is an important festival of Muslims. They celebrate this festival for three days in which prayers are offered in the mosque, new clothes are worn by the Muslims and greetings are exchanged. It is celebrated on the last day of Hajj which is a pilgrimage to holy…

The Times of India · Jul 8, 2022

Hajj 2022: Streets of Mecca fill with pilgrims from around the world for the first time since Covid

One million Muslims get ready to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage which starts this week

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2022

Muslim pilgrims gather for peak of haj east of Mecca

Around one million Muslim pilgrims gathered at sunrise on Friday at Saudi Arabia's Mount Arafat for a vigil to atone their sins and to pray for peace back home as the annual haj pilgrimage neared its climax.

Reuters · Jul 8, 2022

Israel asks Saudis to let Mecca pilgrims fly in from Tel Aviv

Israel asks Saudi Arabia to admit direct flights from Tel Aviv ahead of US President Joe Biden’s visit to the kingdom.

Al Jazeera · Jul 7, 2022

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Radio France Internationale · Jul 7, 2022

Frustration as Saudi Hajj lottery limits foreign pilgrims returning to Mecca

A million fully vaccinated Muslims from around the world have gathered in the holy city of Mecca for the five-day Hajj. It's a big increase in number since the pandemic upended the annual Saudi event in 2020. While foreign pilgrims have returned, a government-organised lottery system has put a squeeze…

Reuters · Jul 7, 2022

Israel asks Saudis to let Mecca pilgrims fly direct from Tel Aviv

Israel's regional cooperation minister said on Thursday that he had asked Saudi Arabia to admit direct flights from Tel Aviv for Muslim pilgrims, pointing to a possible new accommodation by Riyadh ahead of next week's visit by U.S. President Joe Biden.

Al Jazeera · Jul 7, 2022

A new Hajj booking system leaves tour operators out in the cold

Pilgrims must now book travels via a new online portal which works on a lottery system, cutting out many agents.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2022

A hajj closer to normal: 1 million Muslims begin pilgrimage

One million pilgrims from across the globe are gathering in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia to perform the initial rites of the hajj

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The Independent UK · Jul 6, 2022

Saudi Arabia expecting 1 million in largest hajj since virus

Muslim pilgrims are converging on Saudi Arabia’s holy city of Mecca for the largest hajj since the coronavirus pandemic severely curtailed access to one of Islam’s five pillars

Reuters · Jul 5, 2022

Mecca's merchants relieved as foreign pilgrims return to haj

Mecca's crowded streets provided Saudi merchant Dhikra Faqihi with much-needed relief as pilgrims returned to the annual haj after two years of pandemic-related disruption, with many rushing to buy her prayer beads and rugs.

Al Jazeera · Jul 5, 2022

One million set to perform Hajj as COVID-19 restrictions ease

International pilgrims will perform the annual ritual for first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 4, 2022

Saudi Arabia Welcomes 1 Million for Biggest Hajj Pilgrimage Since Pandemic

White-robed worshippers from around the world have packed the streets of Islam's holiest city ahead of the biggest Hajj pilgrimage since the coronavirus pandemic began. Banners welcoming the faithful, including the first international visitors since 2019, adorned squares and alleys, while armed security forces patrolled the ancient city, birthplace of…

Bangkok Post · Jul 1, 2022

Mecca thronged for first post-pandemic haj

MECCA, Saudi Arabia: Thousands of pilgrims started arriving in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia on Friday, among some one million Muslims expected to attend the 2022 haj pilgrimage season after two years of major disruption caused by the Covid pandemic.

Daily Mirror · Jun 29, 2022

When is Hajj 2022? What is pilgrimage to Mecca and why do Muslims go?

The pilgrimage for Muslims known as Hajj runs over five days, but travel disruptions in Saudi Arabia meant worshippers may not be able to get to Mecca to complete their fifth pillar of Islam

Al Jazeera · Jun 29, 2022

Infographic: When are Hajj and Eid al-Adha?

One million pilgrims will convene in Mecca to perform Hajj this year followed by Eid al-Adha.

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