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1.7m pilgrims performing Hajj this year, 2.04% more than last year
ARAFAT: More than 1.7 million pilgrims are performing Hajj this year, the majority of whom live outside of Saudi Arabia, according to authorities in the Kingdom. The total number of 1,707,301 is an increase of of 34,071, or 2.04 percent, compared with the 1,673,230 who attended the 2025 Hajj. This comes amid continuing efforts to streamline pilgrimage operations, expand facilities at entry points and enhance services, officials said, and reflects the steady demand for Hajj places despite evolving regional and global conditions.
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dawn.com
Haj arrivals top 1.5m despite Middle East conflict
MAKKAH: Over 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from abroad for the upcoming Haj, according to a ...
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france24.com
Despite Middle East war, foreign pilgrims flock to Mecca for hajj
Despite the war in the Middle East, foreign pilgrims have flocked to Mecca to participate in this year’s hajj. According to officials, more than 1.5 million have already arrived…
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gulfnews.com
Pilgrims flock to Saudi Arabia for Hajj pilgrimage
Pilgrims flock to Saudi Arabia for Hajj as war rages in the Middle East, with worshippers citing faith, safety measures and a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual duty.
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npr.org
Muslims begin the annual Hajj against a backdrop of war concerns
More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, against the backdrop of a tenuous ceasefire in the…
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thehindu.com
Muslims begin annual Hajj in sweltering heat against backdrop of war concerns
Muslims embark on Hajj amidst regional tensions, with over 1.5 million pilgrims braving the heat in Mecca.
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Hajj 2026 begins in Saudi Arabia as millions of pilgrims gather in Mecca
Millions of pilgrims arrive in Saudi Arabia for Hajj, circling the Kaaba in sweltering heat as faith, repentance and global uncertainty shape this sacred journey.
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albawaba.com
The 2026 Hajj season begins in Saudi Arabia | Al Bawaba
ALBAWABA - Millions of faithful pilgrims gather in Mecca to perform the Hajj, beginning the sacred journey despite the regional, and indeed, literal hea
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english.alarabiya.net
Over 1.5 million Muslims gather in Mecca as Hajj begins
Over 1.5 million Muslims began filling a vast tent city in the holy city of Mecca on Monday for an annual Hajj pilgrimage.The white-robed pilgrims on buses
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malaymail.com
Haj pilgrims from Malaysia head to Arafah, 31,600 prepare for wukuf ritual tomorrow
MAKKAH, May 25 — A total of 31,600 Malaysian Haj pilgrims, among the 1.5 million Muslims from around the world performing the pilgrimage this year, began moving to Arafah in...
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thenationalnews.com
More than 1.5 million pilgrims gather for Hajj amid push for peace in Middle East | The National
Iranian pilgrims among those to arrive in Saudi Arabia, where authorities take bolstered security measures
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Millions gather in Mecca for Hajj despite security concerns
Despite security concerns linked to the conflict in the Middle East, pilgrims from around the world continue to arrive in Mecca for this year’s Hajj. Saudi officials say more than…
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ynetnews.com
Hajj 2026: 1.5 million gather in Mecca despite threat of Iranian strikes
About 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims are performing the Hajj in Mecca as Saudi Arabia hosts the annual pilgrimage amid fears of renewed war with Iran and possible missile attacks,…
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mirror.co.uk
More than 1.5milion in Mecca for Hajj amid conflict in the Middle East
More than 1.5million Muslims are known to have arrived in Mecca ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage but the actual number will be much higher
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africanews.com
Saudi Arabia: Hajj 2026 reaches its spiritual climax as millions of Muslim pilgrims gather | Africanews
Saudi Arabia entered the most significant stage of the 2026 Hajj on 26 May as millions of pilgrims dressed in white gathered at Mount Arafat near Mecca and circled the Kaaba…
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Saudi Arabia: Hajj 2026 reaches its spiritual peak as millions of Muslim pilgrims gather | Africanews
Saudi Arabia entered the most significant stage of the 2026 hajj on 26 May as millions of pilgrims dressed in white gathered at Mount Arafat near Mecca and circled the Kaaba…
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arabnews.com
Pilgrims gather at Arafat for spiritual climax of Hajj
ARAFAT: More than 1.6 million pilgrims gathered Tuesday on the Plain of Arafat for the most sacred and spiritually defining stage of the Hajj pilgrimage, in scenes of intense…
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Millions of pilgrims gather on Arafat for Hajj’s holiest day
Millions of pilgrims converge on the plain of Arafat for Hajj’s most sacred day, with Saudi authorities ensuring safety, medical care and smooth crowd movement.
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thejakartapost.com
Pilgrims pray on Mount Arafat as haj reaches peak - Middle East and Africa - The Jakarta Post
More than 1.5 million people have joined the haj this year despite the shadow of war across the Middle East created by the US and Israeli war with Iran.
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iol.co.za
Muslims gather in droves at Mount Arafat for hajj pilgrimage
Amid soaring temperatures and regional tensions, over 1.5 million Muslims gathered at Mount Arafat for the annual hajj pilgrimage, marking a significant moment in their faith.
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1.7 million pilgrims perform 1447 AH Hajj
Saudi Arabia’s GASTAT reports 1.7 million pilgrims performed the 1447 AH Hajj in 2026, with detailed statistics on international and domestic worshippers.