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Muslim pilgrims circumambulate the Kaaba, Islam's holiest site, at the Grand Mosque during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
Muslim pilgrims say afternoon prayers on a street outside the Grand Mosque. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
Muslim pilgrims arrive at the Grand Mosque. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
A Muslim pilgrim reacts as a volunteer sprays water to help her cool off. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
Muslim pilgrims prostrate as they offer evening prayers around the Kaaba, Islam's holiest site in the holy city of Mecca. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
A Muslim pilgrim prays in front of the Kaaba. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
A group of Muslim pilgrims discuss the rituals of circumambulating the Kaaba. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
Muslim pilgrims touch the walls of the Kaaba, the cubic building at the Grand Mosque. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
A volunteer distributes water and snacks to Muslim pilgrims. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
A military helicopter patrols during the annual Hajj pilgrimage at the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia. [Altaf Qadri/AP Photo]
Muslim pilgrims stand in prayer at Mount of Mercy, ask for forgiveness and remember loved ones back home. [Ibraheem Abu Mustafa/Reuters]
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From: NewsFeed
How technology is shaping Hajj
With nearly two million worshippers performing Hajj this year, technology is key to ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Published On 25 May 2026
From: NewsFeed
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US President Donald Trump links Iran negotiations to expansion of Abraham Accords.
Published On 25 May 2026
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What’s inside the Kaaba and what covers it? The story of the Kiswah
At the heart of Hajj stands the Kaaba, draped in 670kg of silk and embroidered with 200kg of gold and silver thread.
From: NewsFeed
Timelapse shows Hajj pilgrims performing Tawaf in Mecca
Muslims from around the world are gathering in Saudi Arabia for the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
Published On 25 May 2026
For third year in a row, Israel blocks Hajj pilgrimage for Gaza Muslims
As millions of Muslims gather in Mecca, Palestinians in Gaza face a third year of heartbreak as Israel has shut border.
![Hanan al-Hams, 65, sits in a makeshift tent pitched over the ruins of her home in northern Gaza. She was selected to perform Hajj in 2024 before the Israeli war shattered her lifelong dream [Al Jazeera]](https://aljazeeranews-3fuh52rgrl.edgeone.app/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/8-1778959772-1-1779614763.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
The GCC should insure itself against the next Strait of Hormuz crisis
For that, collective action will be needed now.
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More than 1.5 million pilgrims brave fierce Mecca heat ahead of Hajj
More than 1.5 million pilgrims brave fierce Mecca heat ahead of Hajj.
Published On 23 May 2026
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Israeli blockade traps would-be Hajj pilgrim in Gaza
For years, 64-year-old Najia Abu Lehia dreamed of performing Hajj with her husband.
Published On 22 May 2026
Ronaldo scores twice to seal Saudi Pro League at last with Al-Nassr
Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al-Nassr to Saudi Pro League title in last game before World Cup 2026.
![Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr is presented with the Saudi Pro League Trophy [Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images]](https://aljazeeranews-3fuh52rgrl.edgeone.app/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/GettyImages-2277551901-1779397791.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
