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Saudi, Islamic leaders exchange Eid Al-Adha greetings

Saudi, Islamic leaders exchange Eid Al-Adha greetings
萝莉视频鈥檚 King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. (File/SPA)
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Saudi, Islamic leaders exchange Eid Al-Adha greetings

Saudi, Islamic leaders exchange Eid Al-Adha greetings
  • King, crown prince receive telegrams, calls from around Arab world
  • Four-day festival begins on Friday

RIYADH: The leadership of 萝莉视频 on Thursday received telegrams from the heads of several Islamic countries on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha.

King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent their own goodwill messages, wishing Islamic leaders progress and prosperity for the festival.

The crown prince on Thursday also received a telephone call from Bahrain鈥檚 King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

Muslims worldwide will begin the four-day celebration of Eid Al-Adha on Friday. The holiday occurs in the twelfth and final month of the Islamic calendar and coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah, where 1.4 million pilgrims this week began their rituals.


Pilgrims commend 萝莉视频鈥檚 care, organization

Pilgrims praised the generous care they received from their arrival in Saudi Arabiba until reaching the holy sites. (SPA)
Pilgrims praised the generous care they received from their arrival in Saudi Arabiba until reaching the holy sites. (SPA)
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Pilgrims commend 萝莉视频鈥檚 care, organization

Pilgrims praised the generous care they received from their arrival in Saudi Arabiba until reaching the holy sites. (SPA)
  • This year, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques鈥 program is hosting in excess of 2,400 pilgrims from more than 100 countries

ARAFAT: Several guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques鈥 Guests Program for Hajj and Umrah expressed deep emotions as they stood on the plains of Arafat, saying that chanting the Talbiyah and supplicating were among the most profound moments of their lives.

They praised the generous care they received from their arrival in the Kingdom until reaching the holy sites, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

Pilgrim Mohammed Amer, from New Zealand, said: 鈥淎rafat Day is extraordinary in every detail; a moment of serenity and peace. I never imagined experiencing it with such honor, organization and care.鈥

Pilgrims praised the generous care they received from their arrival in Saudi Arabiba until reaching the holy sites. (SPA)

He commended the Kingdom and its leadership for facilitating the rituals and ensuring every pilgrim鈥檚 comfort, the SPA reported.

Pilgrim Sameh Abu Baker, from Palestine, appreciated the services and exceptional organization of pilgrim movement.

He said: 鈥淭he emotions on this great day are indescribable. Joy fills our hearts as we see pilgrims responding in unison. These moments will remain etched in memory.鈥

This year, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques鈥 program is hosting in excess of 2,400 pilgrims from more than 100 countries, reinforcing the Kingdom鈥檚 global mission to serve the two holy mosques and pilgrims.

 


Celebrities join millions on a 鈥榦nce-in-a-lifetime鈥 Hajj journey

Celebrities join millions on a 鈥榦nce-in-a-lifetime鈥 Hajj journey
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Celebrities join millions on a 鈥榦nce-in-a-lifetime鈥 Hajj journey

Celebrities join millions on a 鈥榦nce-in-a-lifetime鈥 Hajj journey
  • Many celebrities join millions of Muslims worldwide traveling to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah to perform Hajj

RIYADH: Every year, many celebrities join millions of Muslims worldwide traveling to the holy cities of Makkah and Madinah to perform Hajj 鈥 a once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey for affluent Muslims. This year is no different.

Among those performing Hajj this year are Zimbabwean motivational speaker and Islamic scholar Ismail ibn Musa Menk, known as Mufti Menk; internationally famed South African chef Hamzah Saeed; Egyptian singer and composer Ahmed Saad; and Pakistani actor Malik Aqeel.

Menk posted on X: 鈥淎s I embark on my journey for the Hajj after 24 years, I seek the forgiveness of Allah for my shortcomings and ask you to forgive me too. Hajj is meant to purify us and wipe away our sins. May Allah make me a better person, closer to Him and worthy of His Mercy! Aameen.鈥

In another post, he said: 鈥淎lmighty. Grant us the strength to give up something for Your sake. Help us understand the true meaning of sacrifice. May we achieve the benefits of these ten days & may You accept the sincere efforts of those making Hajj.鈥

Saeed also expressed his anticipation on Instagram, seeking forgiveness and hoping Allah accepts his prayers and guides him on this blessed journey, one of Islam鈥檚 five pillars.

Quoting Qur鈥檃n 2:158, he wrote: 鈥淪urely, Al-Safa and Al-Marwah are symbols of Allah. Whoever performs Hajj or Umrah will find no sin in walking between the two. May Allah accept and bring everyone to His House, the Kaaba.鈥

Shaykh Sulaimaan M. Ravat, a distinguished South African scholar, shared Hajj snapshots on X, including an emotional conversation with Saeed during his first visit to the holy cities.

鈥淚 am the first person from my family to visit Haramain,鈥 Saeed said.

On Instagram, he celebrity chef posted a video from Madinah: 鈥淲ords can鈥檛 describe having experienced and seeing all historical places and to learn stories about them with learned scholars one on one, stay tuned as will be taking you on Mount Uhud journey.鈥

In an emotional post on X, Egyptian singer Saad shared a video from the Grand Mosque reciting the Qur鈥檃n.

Pakistani Cinema, a popular TikTok page, shared a clip of Aqeel in 萝莉视频 performing Hajj, reciting a beautiful na鈥檃t 鈥 poetry praising Prophet Muhammad.


Advanced tech enhances Hajj crowd management

Advanced tech enhances Hajj crowd management
Updated 05 June 2025

Advanced tech enhances Hajj crowd management

Advanced tech enhances Hajj crowd management
  • Tools help monitor and analyze human and vehicular movement to enhance crowd management efficiency

ARAFAT: The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, in cooperation with King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, is using high-resolution satellite imagery, geospatial artificial intelligence and real-time data during the Hajj season.

These tools help monitor and analyze human and vehicular movement to enhance crowd management efficiency, with the analysis covering entry points to Makkah to observe vehicle flow and peak times.

They also track crowd density around the Grand Mosque and analyze pilgrimage routes to predict mobility patterns and congestion, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday.

The technology supports immediate decision-making by providing accurate data and improving crowd distribution. It also ensures safe mobility and enhances coordination among operational teams on the ground.

The collaboration presents an advanced model for using geospatial technologies, helping improve safety and increase field operation efficiency during Hajj.


How Ihram clothing is tailored and designed for Hajj

How Ihram clothing is tailored and designed for Hajj
Updated 05 June 2025

How Ihram clothing is tailored and designed for Hajj

How Ihram clothing is tailored and designed for Hajj
  • Ihram represents spiritual purity and equality of pilgrimage
  • New technologies introduce Ihram with anti-bacterial properties 聽

RIYADH: During Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Makkah, Muslim men wear Ihram 鈥 simple attire representing purity and equality.

Ihram is made of two white unstitched pieces of fabric. One, the Izar, is wrapped around the waist while the other, the Rida鈥, covers the shoulders.

鈥淚hram is worn by men during Hajj and Umrah, and it is always unstitched and white,鈥 Abdullah Al-Ahmad, who owns a menswear store in Riyadh, said.

鈥(It) usually consists of two pieces, a lower piece and an upper piece, and the most popular types of Ihram in the market are those made of elastic, and those tied around the belt. People usually prefer cotton, especially Egyptian cotton, for its high quality; also because cotton is softer on the skin and does not absorb heat.鈥

Hamad Al-Yami, a Saudi inventor in nanotechnology and member of the International Federation of Inventors鈥 Associations, talked to Arab News about his nano-silver technology Ihram.

鈥淭he idea originated while I was working at the Saudi Ministry of Health, where I noticed the need for antibacterial medical clothing,鈥 he explained.

鈥淭he concept later evolved to include Ihram clothing after studying the challenges pilgrims face, such as the spread of infection in crowded conditions, wearing Ihram for a long period of time, sometimes for days at a time, and the limited effectiveness of traditional fabrics.鈥

He added he was inspired by the historical use of silver for sterilization and developed a technique using silver nanoparticles, each about one-millionth of a millimeter, to sterilize cotton fabric. The primary purpose of his invention was to reduce infection, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Along with his antibacterial clothing, he has future plans to work on recycled Ihrams and turn them into eco-friendly products like bags or pillows that could be used in mosques.

While men wear Ihram, women have more flexibility when it comes to clothing choices during Hajj, although modesty is still a requirement when choosing fabric and colors.

Due to the hot weather in the Makkah region, most women prefer lightweight, breathable materials such as cotton and linen.

鈥淭here are no specific clothes for women. Any texture, any color, as long as it is not decorated and is socially appropriate for Hajj. It should be modest and mostly white or beige,鈥 said pilgrim Afnan Al-Harbi.

鈥淚 used to wear white because it was hot and sunny in Makkah and the color is cooler a little bit. We also don鈥檛 wear perfumes, we don鈥檛 cover our faces, and we don鈥檛 wear gloves. Still, a lot of pilgrims at the time were wearing black abayas.鈥

Wearing the Ihram is not a fashion choice. It indicates a state of spiritual readiness to submit to God and clear the mind and body of all negativity, so that Hajj can be begun with a positive mindset.


Saudi crown prince, Iranian President hold Eid Al-Adha call

Saudi crown prince, Iranian President hold Eid Al-Adha call
Updated 05 June 2025

Saudi crown prince, Iranian President hold Eid Al-Adha call

Saudi crown prince, Iranian President hold Eid Al-Adha call
  • President Pezeshkian thanked the Kingdom for its efforts and distinguished services provided to pilgrims

RIYADH: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha on Thursday, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

During the call, President Pezeshkian thanked the Kingdom for its efforts and distinguished services provided to pilgrims.

He also extended Eid greetings to the Crown Prince, who in turn offered his congratulations on the blessed occasion.