Saudi Arabia
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More than 18.5 million Muslims performed pilgrimages in Saudi Arabia last year
Saudi Arabia recorded more than 18.5 million Muslim pilgrims performing Hajj or Umrah in the past year, according to a statement by a senior Saudi official.
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Umrah dreams shattered: Saudi visa ban leaves Kashmir youth in despair
This last minute call stopped Zimam’s spiritual journey, and left him in despair and disillusionment
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Shia hold protest over day of demolition of Jannat al-Baqi, demand for Indian Government’s intervention
On the occasion of the anniversary of the demolition of Jannat al-Baqi, a significant protest was held at Ghulam Askari Hall in Barabanki, India. The event saw the active participation of prominent scholars, Shia religious leaders, and a large number of citizens.
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Jafaria Alliance demands Pakistan Govt. to Urge Saudi Arabia for immediate reconstruction of Jannat al-Baqi
Jafaria Alliance Pakistan – District Hyderabad held a major protest in connection with the demolition of Jannat al-Baqi. The protest took place in front of the Hyderabad Press Club under the leadership of District President Sajid Ali Ansari, Syed Sher Ali Shah Kazmi, and Syed Shamim Naqvi.
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Itikaf at Grand Mosque in Mecca and Prophet’s Mosque in Medina will start on Wednesday
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has announced that registration for itikaf at the two sacred sites will open on Wednesday, March 5.
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Five Persian Gulf Arab states beside Egypt and Jordan hold mini summit over Gaza in S Arabia
Five Persian Gulf Arab countries, Egypt and Jordan held an unofficial mini Arab summit in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, to agree on a joint position against US president Donald Trump’s plan to relocate the Gaza residents to Egypt and Jordan.
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Trump's insatiable appetite; After Panama, Canada, Greenland, Gaza, now Ukraine and Saudi Arabia
In response to the Trump administration's proposal to seize 50% of Ukraine's rare minerals, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, stated on Saturday: This plan does not safeguard Ukraine and its interests.
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Iranian, Saudi FMs condemn Netanyahu’s remarks on Palestine
Iran's foreign minister strongly condemned the Israeli PM's remarks suggesting establishment of a “Palestinian state in Saudi Arabia,” calling them an unprecedented act of aggression that threatens regional peace and security.
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Saudi Arabia reiterates support for creation of independent Palestinian state
Saudi Arabia has reiterated its unwavering support for Palestinians, underscoring its “non-negotiable” stance that Riyadh will not normalize relations with the Israeli regime without the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.