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  • Cooling Roads in Mecca: An Innovation for Pilgrim Safety
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    Cooling Roads in Mecca: An Innovation for Pilgrim Safety

    In Mecca, roads are being cooled for pilgrims during Hajj — An asphalt cooling system has been implemented at 3 Al-Mashaaer Al-Mugaddassah metro stations — Project area: 14,000 m² — Surface temperature is reduced by about 15°C Special air-conditioned tents for pilgrims have also appeared between Mecca and Medina, offering cold drinks, light snacks, and rest areas. Saudi authorities reported that over 70,000 vehicles have already traveled the roads towards Mecca in preparation for Hajj. 🌴 @SaudiaUAE

  • Ronaldo Leads Al Nassr to Championship: Seven-Year Wait Ends

    Ronaldo Leads Al Nassr to Championship: Seven-Year Wait Ends

    RIYADH — Cristiano Ronaldo finally has his Saudi Arabian coronation. After years of pressure, scrutiny and near-misses, Al Nassr were crowned 2025-26 Roshn Saudi League champions on Thursday night, sealing their first league title in seven years with a commanding 4-1 victory against Damac FC at a rocking Al Awwal Park. For Ronaldo, it marked another defining chapter in a career that has now conquered England, Spain, Italy — and finally Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese superstar delivered exactly when it mattered most, scoring twice in front of a sold-out Riyadh crowd desperate t

  • Saudi Arabia Improves Services for Pilgrims

    Saudi Arabia Improves Services for Pilgrims

    JEDDAH — Saudi Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif received Head of Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization Alireza Rashidian in Jeddah on Thursday. The minister welcomed pilgrims arriving from Iran, affirming the commitment of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman to serving pilgrims from around the world and ensuring they perform their rituals with ease and peace of mind.On his part, Rashidian expressed appreciation for the Kingdom’s efforts and preparations to serve

  • Hajj in Saudi Arabia: A Global Standard for Serving Pilgrims

    Hajj in Saudi Arabia: A Global Standard for Serving Pilgrims

    Advisor at the Royal Court, member of the Council of Senior Scholars, and Imam and Preacher of the Grand Mosque Sheikh Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid affirmed that Saudi Arabia's Hajj experience represents a global model for serving pilgrims in line with sustainable humanitarian and national values.

  • Health and Safety of Pilgrims: Third Forum of Saudi Arabia

    Health and Safety of Pilgrims: Third Forum of Saudi Arabia

    JEDDAH — Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Supreme Hajj Committee Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif graced the closing ceremony of the third edition of the Hajj Health and Safety Forum in Jeddah on Wednesday. The forum was organized by the General Administration of Medical Services at the Ministry of Interior. General Supervisor of the General Administration of Medical Services and the Security Forces Hospital Program Dr. Saleh Al-Mohsen said one of the key objectives of medical services during this year’s Hajj season is to strengthen cooperation among various sectors. He added that th

  • Safety of Pilgrims: How Saudi Arabia Protects Against Viral Threats

    Safety of Pilgrims: How Saudi Arabia Protects Against Viral Threats

    RIYADH — The Saudi Health Authority (Weqaya) reaffirmed the Kingdom’s preparedness to address potential Ebola and Hantavirus outbreaks. It was revealed that there are no confirmed or suspected cases of Ebola and Hantavirus within the Kingdom. “The health status of pilgrims remains reassuring, under continuous, round-the-clock monitoring in full coordination with authorities inside and outside the Kingdom,” the Weqaya said. Precautionary measures are being reinforced, with daily health monitoring conducted for pilgrims arriving from countries neighboring outbreak zones. Weqaya stated that its ongoing efforts ensure the safety of all pilgrims.