mecca
Three more M'sian haj pilgrims die in Holy Land
This brings the death toll of M’sians who died while performing haj to eight.
Bernama
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a year ago
Minister: Arafah facility upgrades help haj pilgrims focus on worship
Na'im says fewer complaints were received this year compared to last year.
Bernama
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a year ago
TH to probe case of pilgrims stranded in Mecca
They are urged to contact the Malaysian embassy in Saudi Arabia for assistance.
Bernama
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a year ago
Defying high prices, Muslim pilgrims head to Mecca for haj
Saudi Arabia expects more than 2 million pilgrims to arrive this year.
Reuters
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2 years ago
Missing Umrah pilgrim confirmed dead
Pilgrim died Feb 13, embassy knew of death two days ago before informing family.
Bernama
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2 years ago
Man's 2nd swimming stunt leads to arrest for violating inter-district travel ban
The man claims he wants to swim to Mecca.
Bernama
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4 years ago
China Covid-19 vaccines not on the list for haj pilgrimage
All haj pilgrims are required to take Covid-19 vaccines developed by Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, or Moderna.
4 years ago
Saudi Arabia considers barring overseas haj pilgrims for second year, sources say
While discussions about a possible ban have taken place, there has been no final decision on whether to pursue it.
Reuters
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4 years ago
In Mecca, a fortunate few pray for a pandemic-free world
For the first time in modern history, it has dramatically reduced the number of pilgrims to ensure social distancing measures are adhered to.
Reuters
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5 years ago
Saudi Arabia to end curfew on June 21, except in Mecca
CORONAVIRUS | The country will begin easing restrictions on movement and travel this week.
Reuters
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5 years ago
Pilgrims pray in Mecca as haj winds down without incident
Senior officials say logistical, security and health plans had been successful, even with some heavy rainfall.
Ahmad Elhamy, Reuters
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6 years ago
M'sians unaffected in Mecca hotel fire
Minister confirms no M'sians in the hotel at the time of the incident.
Bernama
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6 years ago
Gov't to replace Imams with '100pct Muslim mechanism'
The new umrah visa system will be more efficient and avoid burdening consumers, Tourism Ministry says.
7 years ago
Bomber planning to attack Mecca’s Grand Mosque blows himself up
Saudi security forces foil a suicide attack on the Grand Mosque.
8 years ago
TH: Haj pilgrims need not worry over strained Saudi-Qatar relations
But pilgrims must abide by instructions issued by Tabung Haji, says Abdul Azeez.
Bernama
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8 years ago