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Hajj 2022: Streets of Mecca fill with pilgrims from around the world for the first time since Covid

One million Muslims get ready to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage which starts this week

The Independent UK

Muslim pilgrims gather for peak of haj east of Mecca

Around one million Muslim pilgrims gathered at sunrise on Friday at Saudi Arabia's Mount Arafat for a vigil to atone their sins and to pray for peace back home as the annual haj pilgrimage neared its climax.

Reuters

Israel asks Saudis to let Mecca pilgrims fly in from Tel Aviv

Israel asks Saudi Arabia to admit direct flights from Tel Aviv ahead of US President Joe Biden’s visit to the kingdom.

Al Jazeera

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Frustration as Saudi Hajj lottery limits foreign pilgrims returning to Mecca

A million fully vaccinated Muslims from around the world have gathered in the holy city of Mecca for the five-day Hajj. It's a big increase in number since the pandemic upended the annual Saudi event in 2020. While foreign pilgrims have returned, a government-organised lottery system has put a squeeze…

Radio France Internationale

Israel asks Saudis to let Mecca pilgrims fly direct from Tel Aviv

Israel's regional cooperation minister said on Thursday that he had asked Saudi Arabia to admit direct flights from Tel Aviv for Muslim pilgrims, pointing to a possible new accommodation by Riyadh ahead of next week's visit by U.S. President Joe Biden.

Reuters

A new Hajj booking system leaves tour operators out in the cold

Pilgrims must now book travels via a new online portal which works on a lottery system, cutting out many agents.

Al Jazeera

A hajj closer to normal: 1 million Muslims begin pilgrimage

One million pilgrims from across the globe are gathering in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia to perform the initial rites of the hajj

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Saudi Arabia expecting 1 million in largest hajj since virus

Muslim pilgrims are converging on Saudi Arabia’s holy city of Mecca for the largest hajj since the coronavirus pandemic severely curtailed access to one of Islam’s five pillars

The Independent UK

Mecca's merchants relieved as foreign pilgrims return to haj

Mecca's crowded streets provided Saudi merchant Dhikra Faqihi with much-needed relief as pilgrims returned to the annual haj after two years of pandemic-related disruption, with many rushing to buy her prayer beads and rugs.

Reuters

One million set to perform Hajj as COVID-19 restrictions ease

International pilgrims will perform the annual ritual for first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020.

Al Jazeera

Saudi Arabia Welcomes 1 Million for Biggest Hajj Pilgrimage Since Pandemic

White-robed worshippers from around the world have packed the streets of Islam's holiest city ahead of the biggest Hajj pilgrimage since the coronavirus pandemic began. Banners welcoming the faithful, including the first international visitors since 2019, adorned squares and alleys, while armed security forces patrolled the ancient city, birthplace of…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Mecca thronged for first post-pandemic haj

MECCA, Saudi Arabia: Thousands of pilgrims started arriving in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia on Friday, among some one million Muslims expected to attend the 2022 haj pilgrimage season after two years of major disruption caused by the Covid pandemic.

Bangkok Post

When is Hajj 2022? What is pilgrimage to Mecca and why do Muslims go?

The pilgrimage for Muslims known as Hajj runs over five days, but travel disruptions in Saudi Arabia meant worshippers may not be able to get to Mecca to complete their fifth pillar of Islam

Daily Mirror

Infographic: When are Hajj and Eid al-Adha?

One million pilgrims will convene in Mecca to perform Hajj this year followed by Eid al-Adha.

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The Independent UK

British Muslim tour operators face liquidation following changes to Saudi Hajj

Last-minute changes to the rules around booking the hajj pilgramage to Mecca risk putting dozens of British tour operators out of business

The Times of India

England's Adil Rashid to miss India white-ball series for Hajj pilgrimage

LONDON: England will be without the services of Adil Rashid in next month's white-ball series against India as the leg-spinner has received clearance from the country's cricket board (ECB) to make Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca.

The Independent UK

Adil Rashid to miss England’s India white-ball series to make Mecca pilgrimage

Rashid has found it difficult to make the pilgrimage due to timings and commitments.

Daily Mirror

Adil Rashid to miss England vs India ODI and T20 series to make Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca

England will be without star spinner Adil Rashid for their upcoming ODI and T20I games against India, with the 34-year-old granted leave to make the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca

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Carmelo Anthony-backed ‘The Program’ looks to reinvigorate youth basketball in NYC

NEW YORK — New York City as the Mecca of basketball, or the epicenter of the sports’ culture, exists mostly and only in nostalgia.

The Times of India

Saudi Arabia lifts COVID-travel ban from its citizens travelling to India

Saudi Arabia has finally lifted its travel-related curbs from India, Turkey, Ethiopia and Vietnam. Now, the citizens of Saudi can finally travel to these countries without any restrictions. The move comes right after a week the nation dropped some more measures related to Coronavirus. This includes, wearing of face masks…

The Times of India

First batch of Haj pilgrims flies out of Kolkata after 2 years

KOLKATA: The first batch of 365 Haj pilgrims to Mecca-Medina flew out of Kolkata on Friday after a gap of two years due to the pandemic.

The Times of India

First batch of Haj pilgrims leaves from Kolkata

KOLKATA: The first batch of 365 Haj pilgrims to Mecca - Medina flew out of Kolkata airport on Friday morning after a gap of two years owing to the pandemic.

The Times of India

377 Haj pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh to fly off after 2 years

LUCKNOW: About 377 pilgrims, desirous of making the Haj pilgrimage from Uttar Pradesh after the pandemic-hit halt of two years, will embark on the first flight to Mecca in Saudi Arabia on Monday morning. A total of 7,500 passengers will be sent from UP for Haj 2022 on 13 flights…

Al Jazeera

Saudi Arabia receives 1st foreign Hajj pilgrims since COVID began

Group from Indonesia landed in Medina and is set to travel south to the holy city of Mecca in the coming weeks.

The Times of India

Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2022: Eid Mubarak Images, Quotes, Wishes, Messages, Cards, Greetings, Pictures, Pictures and GIFs

Muslims from all over the world are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today. Eid is an Arabic term which is called the festival of breaking the fast. According to the Islamic calendar, Eid takes place on the first day in the month of Shawwal. The celebration continues for 3 days. On this day,…

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