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Iranian Hajj pilgrims to return via Iraq

Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization announced the restart of Iranian pilgrims’ return to the country.

Iran suspends Hajj return flights after Israeli strikes, extends pilgrims’ stay

Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization announced on Friday that all return flights for Iranian pilgrims have been suspended until further notice due to the nationwide grounding of air traffic following a series of Israeli airstrikes across the country.

Hajj 2025 pilgrims travel to Saudi Arabia via flights from 238 cities

Most of overseas pilgrims in this year’s Hajj arrived in Saudi Arabia by air, with flights from 238 cities worldwide bringing them to the Kingdom.

Iran’s Hajj Organization wins Labaytum Award for Excellence in Pilgrim Services

The Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran won the Labaytum Award for Excellence in Hajj Pilgrim Services.

Senior Iranian cleric: Hajj's potential overlooked in addressing challenges facing Muslim world

A prominent Iranian religious scholar has criticized the insufficient use of Hajj’s social and political potential in tackling the pressing issues confronting the Muslim world.

New Kiswa handed over for annual Kaaba replacement ahead of Islamic new year

The new Kiswa, the cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba in Mecca, has been officially handed over to the custodians of the Grand Mosque, marking the beginning of its annual replacement.

13 Iranian pilgrims die during Hajj pilgrimage: IRCS

Thirteen pilgrims from Iran have died so far during the Hajj pilgrimage, the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) announced.

Iranian Red Crescent establishes field hospitals in Mina, Arafat

The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) said the society has established field hospitals in Arafat and Mina near Mecca to provide services to Hajj pilgrims.

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Imam Khamenei: Islamic governments and nations, responsible to stand up against human catastrophe in Gaza

Saudi Arabia increases Iran’s Hajj quota to 86,700 pilgrims

Head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization said Saudi Arabia has agreed to increase Iran’s Hajj quota.

Iranian FM reaffirms commitment to strong relations with Saudi Arabia

Iran’s Foreign Minister has emphasized the country's dedication to maintaining and strengthening ties with Saudi Arabia, affirming that no disruptions will be allowed in the brotherly relations between the two nations.

Saudi Arabia confirms Dhul Hijjah moon sighting, sets Dates for Arafah and Eid al-Adha

Saudi Arabia has officially confirmed the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah moon, marking the beginning of the sacred Islamic month. The Supreme Court announced that Wednesday, May 28, 2025, corresponds to 1 Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH.

Iran pursues case of detained national in Saudi Arabia

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has announced that it is actively working to secure the release of Iranian national Gholam-Reza Qassemian, who was detained in Saudi Arabia.  

Iranian FM emphasizes commitment to Muslim unity during Hajj

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has reaffirmed the country’s strong stance against any attempt to undermine Muslim unity, particularly during the sacred pilgrimage of Hajj.

Sai between Safa and Marwa: A Monotheistic Act of Worship in Course of History

Safa and Marwa are not just two mountains facing each other next to the Grand Mosque in Mecca.

Mecca launches “First House” exhibition showcasing Kaaba’s history

A new exhibition in Mecca showcases the history of the Kaaba to pilgrims attending the 2025 Hajj season.

Iranian Red Crescent: Health services provided to tens of thousands of Hajj pilgrims

The Hajj and Pilgrimage Medical Center of Iran’s Red Crescent Society reported that 36,000 Iranian Hajj pilgrims have been examined at the center’s clinics in Mecca and Medina.

Oldest Hajj pilgrim from Indonesia is 109

Indonesia, the world’s most populous country, has the highest number of pilgrims in this year’s Hajj, and its oldest pilgrims is 109-year-old Grandma Sumbuk.

Hajj specialized webinar will be held in English (+Poster)

The AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly, in cooperation with the International Deputy of the Supreme Leader’s Mission, organized a Hajj Specialized Webinar with various themes.

Half of Iran’s Hajj pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia ahead of annual pilgrimage

Half of Iranians scheduled to perform this year’s Hajj have already arrived in Saudi Arabia, an official said.

Over half a million pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia ahead of Hajj

More than 504,600 pilgrims have entered Saudi Arabia so far in preparation for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage, according to the Kingdom’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah.

Saudi Airline resumes Hajj flights for Iranians after a decade

A Saudi airline has resumed flights for Iranian hajj pilgrims traveling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) for the first time in a decade, marking another step in the ongoing thaw in relations between the two nations.

Shia Islam deeply rooted in Quranic teachings: Iranian cleric

An Iranian cleric has dismissed allegations that Shia Muslims are disconnected from the Quran, calling such claims a longstanding fabrication by adversaries of Islam.

Rare Islamic artefacts, including Kaaba relics, to be exhibited in Huddersfield

A rare collection of Islamic artefacts, including items associated with the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) tomb and the Kaaba in Mecca, is set to be showcased in Huddersfield this weekend as the annual Hajj pilgrimage approaches in Saudi Arabia.

At least 30,000 Iranian pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

More than 30,000 Iranian pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, according to official figures released Friday night.