Perform Hajj - A Muslim's Pilgrimage to Mecca

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Extending the period of receiving requests for `Umrah visasSummary: The period of receiving requests for `Umrah visas was extended to 15/9/1434 A.H.Details: As a result of the coordination between theMinistry of Hajj and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the period of receivingrequests for `Umrah visas was extended to 15/9/1434 A.H.News Image: “The Fiqh of priorities during Hajj”: A topic for the Grand Hajj SymposiumSummary: His Excellency the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, announced that The Fiqh of priorities during Hajj will be the topic of the Grand Hajj Symposium during its 38th session this year. The symposium, which is habitually established in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, will be held during the period from the 3rd till the 5th of next Dhul-Hijjah with the participation of a number of scholars and researchers from inside and outside the Kingdom.Details: HisExcellency the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, announced that The Fiqh of priorities during Hajj will be the topic of theGrand Hajj Symposium during its 38th session this year. The symposium,which is habitually established in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, will be held duringthe period from the 3rd till the 5th of next Dhul-Hijjahwith the participation of a number of scholars and researchers from inside andoutside the Kingdom.HisExcellency determined the principal objectives which will be included under thetopic of the symposium to inculcate and spread the Fiqh of prioritiesamong Muslims as a scientific and practical requirement, and assert itsapplication during the performance of Hajj and its rituals so that they can be performedwith ease and tranquility, in addition to clarifying its relationship duringHajj to its purposes and explaining the relationship of the Fiqh ofpriorities to acts of worship and the individual achieving good rewards, aswell as its relationship to protecting the society and preventing dangers fromafflicting it. The Fiqh of priorities also decreases the problems ofHajj and pilgrims, especially the problem of crowdedness.He alsostated that the Fiqh of priorities discussed in the Grand Hajj Symposiumwill emphasize the authentic concept of religion and worship which considersdifferent conditions and cases without causing severity or any neglect ofduties, in addition to proving the greatness of the Islamic legislation and theflexibility of its Fiqh, as it comprises effective principles andprocedures which guarantee the stability of purposes and principles andconsider different conditions and capabilities. The symposium also aims toenrich Islamic Fiqh and its library with elite scientific researches onthis important topic, which have been carried out by a number of Islamicscholars.Heasserted that the topic of the symposium this year coincided with the decreasein the number of pilgrims and the aim to to give room for those who are performingHajj for the first time, because wisdom entails considering priorities toachieve the objectives of Islamic Law by safeguarding one's/people's religion,self, mind, honor and money to provide safety and tranquility for the pilgrims.He also mentioned that the aspects of the symposium will fall under: The Fiqhof priorities, its meaning and different aspects , The Fiqhof priorities concerning the Hajj rituals , The practical effects ofthe Fiqh of priorities during Hajj and Bright practicalsides of the Fiqh of priorities concerning the performed rituals . HisExcellency the minister of Hajj indicated that the Ministry tries through theGrand Hajj Symposium to bring to light the cultural and civil role undertakenby the Kingdom to serve Hajj and the pilgrims, to stress the cultural and civilrole of the sacred city and its citizens along the different ages and toemphasize the most important leading achievements and projects and thecontinuous advancements of the Two Holy Mosques in serving Muslims, especiallyduring the era of the Servant of the Two Holy Mosques King `Abdullah bin`Abdul-`Aziz Al-Saud – may Allah protect him. By means of this symposium, theMinistry also tries to inculcate the principle of calm intellectual dialogue concerningthe issues of the Islamic Nation during the season of Hajj, in which a largenumber of pilgrims attend.Hefinally added that the Ministry, through the symposium, wishes to achieveconstructive scientific contact among scientific organizations and specializedresearchers from most of the countries all over the world, achieving moreintegration and socialization among the sons of the Islamic Nation and settingthe basis of the united team work for the sons of the Islamic world in thefield of clarifying doubtful matters concerning the doctrine and the Nation, inaddition to identifying the achievements of the Ministry in serving Hajj andthe pilgrims as an effort to carry out the purposeful policy of the state to providethe best services for pilgrims, Mu`tamirs and visitors.News Image: The Ministry of Hajj is studying the establishment of a city for pilgrimsSummary: His Excellency the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar Hajjar, announced that the Ministry of Hajj is carefully studying the establishment of a city for receiving and grouping pilgrims and Mu`tamirs to complete the set of developed services that the Servant of the Two Holy Mosques, King `Abdullah bin `Abdul-`Aziz ordered to be carried out in Makkah and the sacred sites. At the present time, these locations are undergoing great developmental work, including the projects of expanding the circumambulation path, the Holy Mosque of Makkah and the Mosque of the Prophet , in addition to other giant projects at the airports of entry in Jeddah and Madinah.Details: HisExcellency the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, announced thatthe Ministry of Hajj is carefully studying the establishment of a city forreceiving and grouping pilgrims and Mu`tamirs to complete the set of developed servicesthat the Servant of the Two Holy Mosques, King `Abdullah bin `Abdul-`AzizAl-Saud – may Allah protect him – ordered to be carried out in MakkahAl-Mukarramah and the sacred sites. At the present time, these locations are undergoinggreat developmental work, including the projects of expanding thecircumambulation path, the Holy Mosque of Makkah and the Mosque of the Prophet(peace be upon him), in addition to other giant projects at the airports ofentry in Jeddah and Madinah.HisExcellency also explained that the sum of 62 billion Riyals that His RoyalHighness – may Allah protect him – commanded to be devoted to providing andpromoting an advanced transportation web last Ramadan is considered – by thevirtue of Allah – a stepping stone during this blessed era; and that generouslyspending money on everything that is related to the continuous advancement ofthe services provided for the Guests of Allah is a top priority for the wiseleadership, may Allah grant it success.HisExcellency the Minister of Hajj mentioned that one of the most importantobjectives of the city for receiving and grouping pilgrims and Mu`tamirs is togather all the events and services offered for the Guests of Allah in one placethat can be easily reached, especially during the peak period of the seasons ofHajj and `Umrah.Healso clarified that the wheel of developmental studies in the Ministry of Hajjis proceeding well and is an integral component of the viewpoint of theprincedom of Makkah Al-Mukarramah, represented by the Higher Organization for PromotingMakkah Al-Mukarramah and the Sacred Sites; it is also compatible with thestrategy which the Servant of the Two Holy Mosques outlined for serving theGuests of Allah throughout the next 25 years, in which all the participating bodieswill cooperate to achieve the expectations of the leadership by expending allprecious and valuable resources for the welfare of the Guests of Allah and thevisitors of the Mosque of the Prophet (peace be upon him).News Image: Under Discussion: A dialogue with the Deputy MinisterSummary: Under Discussion: A dialogue with the Deputy Minister of Hajj for `Umrah AffairsDetails: ​UnderDiscussion: A dialogue with `Isa ibn Muhammad Al-Rawwas, the Deputy Minister ofHajj for `Umrah Affairs, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.News Image: Al-Faysal is informed of the project for the city to receive the pilgrimsSummary: Faysal is informed of the project for the city to receive and bid farewell to the Guests of AllahDetails: ​His Royal Highness Prince Khalid Al-Faysal, thePrince of Makkah Al-Mukarramah, entertained the Minister of Hajj, Dr. BandarHajjar, in his office in Jeddah. Dr. Hajjar informed His Highness ofthe Ministry's preparations for the seasons of Hajj and `Umrah.During the meeting, Dr. Hajjar outlined theMinistry's initiative for establishing a city for receiving and biddingfarewell to the pilgrims inside Makkah Al-Mukarramah, which would include allthe Hajj groups and all the services needed by the Guests of Allah, and alsoinclude residential units, offices for `Umrah companies, museums, exhibitionsand legacy markets, in addition to other services.The Minister of Hajj also mentioned that a committee following severaldifferent bodies had been formed to undertake an assessment of the requirementsof the city, while the Ministry works to determine a suitable location for theproject. He noted that this would be presented to His Highness, the Prince ofMakkah, for him to issue directions and for his approval after studying the recommendations.News Image: Al-Sudais: The suspended circumambulation path would be finished by mid-Ramadan Summary: The General Chief of the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques of Makkah and Madinah, Dr. Abdul-Rahman Al-Sudais, asserted that the first phase of increasing the capacity of the path of circumambulation in the Holy Mosque of Makkah from 45 thousand to 105 thousand persons would be finished by mid-Ramadan. Details: The General Chief of the Affairs ofthe Two Holy Mosques of Makkah and Madinah, Dr. Abdul-Rahman Al-Sudais,asserted that the first phase of increasing the capacity of the path ofcircumambulation in the Holy Mosque of Makkah from 45 thousand to 105 thousandpersons, in addition to the suspended circumambulation path allocated for theelderly, ill and handicapped people, would be finished by mid-Ramadan. He alsoadded that the suspended circumambulation bridge would be parallel to theMukabbiriyah (a roof-like structure for the muezzin) and the Abbasid porches,forming a circle around the Ka`bah. He also added that the contractorundertaking the implementation of the project asserted that the first phasewould be completed by mid-Ramadan.News Image: The Ministry will not allow any increase in the number of Mu`tamirsSummary: The Ministry of Hajj and `Umrah asserted that it will not allow any increase in the number of Mu`tamirs, due to the extensions that are being made in the Holy Mosque in Makkah.Details: ​The Ministry of Hajj and `Umrahasserted that it will not allow any increase in the number of Mu`tamirs, due tothe extensions that are being made in the Holy Mosque in Makkah. SpokesmanHatim Qadi, the Deputy Hajj Minister, mentioned that the Ministry has set rulesfor `Umrah companies, because of the extensions, which state the any Mu`tamirshould not stay in Makkah and Madinah for more than 15 days, to prevent anincrease in the number of Mu`tamirs and the resulting crowdedness in the HolyMosque. He added that since the beginning of the season of `Umrah last Safar, 4million and 200 thousand Mu`tamirs had arrived, 3 million and 900 thousand ofwhich had already left and 250 thousands still remain in Makkah and Madinah; henoted that the Ministry tries to keep this number stable by controlling theflow of Mu`tamirs into and out of Saudi Arabia.He revealed that the number ofcompanies participating this season reached 47, and no violations have beenobserved concerning their performances. He also added that the Ministry imposesstrict field censorship on the companies through follow-up committees, under thedirect supervision of Bandar Hajjar, the Minister of Hajj; he explained thatthere are more than 300 follow-up teams, which perform daily field tours in theresidences of Mu`tamirs, twenty four hours per day, to receive any complaintsand observations. Qadi also noted that the companies do their best to avoidcommitting violations because if they committed any considerable violation theywould be punished by being prevented from increasing the number of Mu`tamirsthey could have the next season.News Image: Expansion of the Holy Mosque of MakkahSummary: His Eminence the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, asserted that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia works hard to serve Islam, the Muslims and the Two Holy Mosques of Makkah and Madinah with total sincerity and devotion. Carrying out this responsibility is the first priority of the Servant of the Two Holy Mosques, King `Abdullah bin `Abdul-`Aziz Al-Saud – may Allah protect him, as he has devoted all the possible financial and human potentials needed to achieve this purpose.Details: ​HisEminence the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, asserted thatthe Kingdom of Saudi Arabia works hard to serve Islam, the Muslims and the TwoHoly Mosques of Makkah and Madinah with total sincerity and devotion. Carryingout this responsibility is the first priority of the Servant of the Two HolyMosques, King `Abdullah bin `Abdul-`Aziz Al-Saud – may Allah protect him, as hehas devoted all the possible financial and human potentials needed to achievethis purpose.interview with His Eminence on channel one of Saudi television, he stated that the decision of decreasing domestic pilgrims by 50% and internationalpilgrims by 20% is only interim and an exceptional situation, and cannot be viewedin isolation, without considering the legal area of the sacred sites availablefor performing these rituals. This is because there is an increasing number ofpilgrims and Mu`tamirs but only a limited area at the sacred sites and the TwoHoly Mosques, a limited time and still the need to fulfill a particularobjective, which is to provide the highest possible degree of services forpilgrims from the moment of their arrival until their departure. To achievethis objective, extensions should be made within the legal and Fiqhiarea which is specified for performing the rituals to guarantee the safety ofpilgrims. Thus, a number of expansionary projects have already started. Heexplained that the project of the current expansions of the Holy Mosque ofMakkah will add an area of 400,000 m² to the current area so as to be able to include2 million and 200 thousand persons, noting that the area of the Holy Mosque ofMakkah is four times the area of Holy Makkah during the era of the righteousCaliphs. As for the Masaa (the place where pilgrims go between Safa andMarwah), it used to hold 44thousand people per hour before the expansions, while after the expansionproject its capacity increased to 130 thousand people per hour, taking into accountall stories and also the rooftop. Moreover, the pebble-throwing bridge whichused to be only one storey at the time of its establishment is now composed ofsix stories, and will be twelve stories by the end of the expansions, so as tobe able to hold 5 million pebble-throwers per day at the rate of 300 thousandthrowers per hour. HisEminence the Minister of Hajj also explained that the expansion of the HolyMosque in Madinah will enable the mosque to hold one million and 600 thousand additionalpraying persons, to reach a capacity of more than two million praying persons,noting that the allowance for the increase of pilgrims is related to previousagreements which permit 1 for every 1000 or 1000 for every million, for everycountry, of the total of its population, so increasing with the increase in thenumber of the population of each country, referring to the fact that the numberof pilgrims, unlike that of Mu`tamirs, is controlled by certain ratios andagreements. Dr.Muhammad Hajjar also said, The expansions involve digging tunnels throughmountains to connect the Holy Mosque in Makkah to Mina and to the districts ofMakkah; there are 54 tunnels covering a length of 30 km and a width that rangesbetween 11 to 15 m, in addition to tunnels specified for pedestrians which are providedwith all means of safety, decreasing the distance from the Holy mosque to Minaor any district in Makkah so as to take only 10 to 15 minutes by foot. Acommittee is also studying how to provide the site of `Arafah with permanenttents, like that in the site of Mina. HisEminence explained that the circumambulation path takes 48 thousand persons perhour before the expansion project, which will be finished, according to thedirectives of the Servant of the Two Holy Mosques, in three years time, afterwhich it will be able to take 105 circumambulation persons per hour.  He also explained that the capacity of thecircumambulation path will decrease to 22 thousand persons per hour while workis being carried out on the project, noting that the contractor who is undertakingthe expansion project will try his best to let the number of circumambulatingpersons reach 35 thousand per hour during next Ramadan, since the purpose ofthe project is to increase the capacity and keep the pilgrims and Mu`tamirssafe from the dangers of crowdedness. He also added that the contractor willestablish a bridge for the handicapped during circumambulation, which will take8000 handicapped circumambulating persons.Moreover,His Eminence mentioned that one of the expansionary projects is that of generaltransportation, which includes moving by train, metro and all other means oftransportation, and for which 62 billion riyals were devoted, in addition tothe project of the train of the Two Holy Mosques, which connects Madinah toMakkah and then Jeddah, decreasing the time taken between Madinah and Makkah totwo hours, at a speed of 300 km per hour, and half an hour between Makkah andJeddah. He stated that the train of the sacred sites managed to do without 30thousand vehicles which used to move through the sites, decreasing the ratio ofpollution by 86%.Headded that the `Umrah visas granted to companies up until the first of Sha`ban,1434, reached 4 million and 630 thousand visas, an increase of 124 thousandvisas over last year. Moreover, the number of people who have entered theKingdom to perform `Umrah since the beginning of Safar till the beginning ofthe current Sha`ban reached 3 million and 960 Mu`tamirs, a difference of 317Mu`tamirs from last year, explaining that rules were imposed so that the numberof people coming to perform `Umrah does not exceed 500 thousand per day, toguarantee the continuity of the expansion project of the circumambulation path.The companies will be provided with the requested visas on condition that thetourism agency provides the Mu`tamir with a licensed residence, noting thatthere is a commitment in the Mu`tamir's program stating that the visas shouldbe used within the specified period, given that this system is applied duringSha`ban and Ramadan.HisEminence declared that there are 120 thousand rooms that have a license fromthe agency of tourism and antiquities, with a capacity to take 480 thousandMu`tamirs, and that there is an electronic system as well as excellentregulations for following the Mu`tamirs who lag in the kingdom after thedeparture of their groups. This is bceause the number of Mu`tamirs in 1426 A.H.was 2 million and 800 Mu`tamirs and the number of those who lagged behind was540 thousands, while the number of Mu`tamirs last year was 5 and a half millionand the number of those who lagged behind reached 8000; thus the number of theMu`tamirs who lagged after the departure of their groups decreased due to theregulations imposed by the Ministry of Hajj, since the ministry stated that ithad to approve of the operative plan of any company before the company couldabide by any commitments to entertain any Mu`tamirs.Eminence the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar bin Muhammad Hajjar, asserted at theend of the interview that the Ministry is the authority responsible fordocumenting the contracts of residence and services for all internationalpilgrims, explaining that there are six organizations responsible forcircumambulation, in addition to the civil organization for guides in Madinahand the united agents office, since there is a field service under eachorganization. News Image: The Minister of Hajj meets the ambassador of Singapore in the KingdomSummary: His Eminence the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, met His Eminence the ambassador of the Republic of Singapore appointed in the kingdom, Mr. Lawrence Anderson, at his office in Jeddah on Sunday 30/7/1434 A.H.Details: ​HisEminence the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, met His Eminencethe ambassador of the Republic of Singapore appointed in the kingdom, Mr.Lawrence Anderson, at his office in Jeddah on Sunday 30/7/1434 A.H.Duringthe meeting, all the issues related to the pilgrims and Mu`tamirs of Singaporefor the current year, 1434 A.H., were discussed.Thehonored ambassador appreciated the efforts of the Servant of the Two HolyMosques concerning all the projects, achievements and great expansions of theTwo Holy Mosques and sacred sites in Makkah and Madinah.News Image: The Minister of Hajj meets the head of Iran's Hajj and Visit OrganizationSummary: His Eminence the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar bin Muhammad Hajjar, met His Eminence the head of Hajj and Visit Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Mr. Ahmad Mousavi, and his delegation, at his office in Jeddah on Sunday 30/7/1434 A.H. Details: ​HisEminence the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar bin Muhammad Hajjar, met His Eminencethe head of Hajj and Visit Organization of the Islamic Republic ofIran, Mr. Ahmad Mousavi, and his delegation, at his office in Jeddah onSunday 30/7/1434 A.H.the meeting, the issues related to the pilgrims and Mu`tamirs of the IslamicRepublic of Iran for the current year, 1434 A.H., were discussed.HisEminence the head of Iran's Hajj and Visit Organization appreciatedthe efforts and facilities that the government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabiaoffers to the pilgrims, Mu`tamirs and visitors.News Image: Preparations for receiving `Umrah visa applications on the first of SafarSummary: The General Administration of `Umrah Companies and Establishments Affairs and the General Administration for Mu`tamirs Services at the Ministry of Hajj maintain close communication with the `Umrah companies and establishments. This enables them to be prepared to receive the `Umrah visa applications after the issuance of the security permit for the majority of companies and establishments that were operating in 1432 A.H.Details: TheGeneral Administration of `Umrah Companies and Establishments Affairs and theGeneral Administration for Mu`tamirs Services at the Ministry of Hajj maintainclose communication with the `Umrah companies and establishments. This enablesthem to be prepared to receive the `Umrah visa applications after the issuanceof the security permit for the majority of companies and establishments thatwere operating in 1432 A.H.Thisincludes:1.     readiness of its offices in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, andJeddah Governorate with regard to technical and administrative provisions and human resources.2.     Approvalof the services package, which includes housing in Makkah Al-Mukarramah andAl-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, and transportation.3.     Approvalof the operational plans.4.     Documentationof the external agents’ contracts after verifying IATA membership and payingbank guarantees.This year, the Ministry of Hajj requires externalagents to put a sticker on the Mu`tamir’s passport that includes the most importantelements of the services package so the Mu`tamir is made aware of the packagehe will receive upon his arrival in the Kingdom.News Image: The Ministry of Hajj participated in a seminar organized by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques InstituteSummary: The Ministry of Hajj participated in a seminar organized by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Institute for Hajj Research on Monday, Muharram 4, 1434 A.H. The seminar was held in response to the directives of the Supreme Hajj Committee to apply organized grouping and moving of pilgrims during the Hajj trip, and study methods of crowd management during every stage of Hajj.Details: ​TheMinistry of Hajj participated in a seminar organized by the Custodian of theTwo Holy Mosques Institute for Hajj Research on Monday, Muharram 4, 1434 A.H. Theseminar was held in response to the directives of the Supreme Hajj Committee toapply organized grouping and moving of pilgrims during the Hajj trip, and studymethods of crowd management during every stage of Hajj.Excellency Dr. Isa ibn Muhammad Rawas, deputy Hajj minister for `umrah affairs,delivered the Ministry’s statement during the seminar, which was opened by HisExcellency Dr. Bakry `Assas, head of the university.  The seminar was attended by His Excellency Dr.Habib Zain Al-Abideen, deputy minister for municipal and rural affairs, the headof the central administration of central projects; Colonel Muhammad Al-Bassamfrom public security; and eng. Muhammad Tawfiq Madany from the Ministry ofTransportation. Also in attendance was His Excellency the dean of the institute,Dr. Abdul Aziz Serogi, His Excellency Dr. Muhammad Idris, a teaching staffmember, and Dr. Fadel Uthman, a teaching staff member at Umm Al-QuraUniversity.News Image: All praise be to Allah for your safetySummary: Following a successful surgery, all praise be to Allah, at King Abdul Aziz Medical City, National Guard Health Affairs in Riyadh, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah ibn Abdul Aziz, received their Royal Highnesses the Princes and the Senior State Officials who came to greet him (may Allah support him) and gain reassurance of his health. Details: ​Followinga successful surgery, all praise be to Allah, at King Abdul Aziz Medical City,National Guard Health Affairs in Riyadh, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques,King Abdullah ibn Abdul Aziz, received their Royal Highnesses the Princes andthe Senior State Officials who came to greet him (may Allah support him) and gainreassurance of his health. May Allah (Glorified and Exalted be He) safeguardhim from all harm, grant him everlasting good health and well-being, andpreserve him for the service of Islam and Muslims.News Image: His Highness the Minister of Hajj in a comprehensive interview with Al-Riyadh NewspaperSummary: In issue no. 16245 on Saturday, Safar 2, 1434 A.H., Al-Riyadh Newspaper published a comprehensive interview with His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, about the Sector of `Umrah in the Ministry and the beginning of `Umrah season in 1434 A.H. Details: In issue no. 16245 on Saturday, Safar 2, 1434 A.H., Al-RiyadhNewspaper published a comprehensive interview with His Highness the Minister ofHajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, about the Sector of `Umrah in theMinistry and the beginning of `Umrah season in 1434 A.H. Dr. Bandar asserted that the Ministry of Hajj completed itspreparations for starting the new `Umrah season and receiving the Mu`tamirs andvisitors, who will come (by the Will of Allah) to the Holy Land this year, 1434A.H. from different Arab and Islamic countries, starting from the first ofSafar. This is in response to a Royal Decree to this effect. The Ministrycoordinated with the concerned authorities with regard to the issuance ofsecurity permits for the companies and establishments licensed to provideservices for the Mu`tamirs. It also verified the readiness of the companies andestablishments with regard to the provisions of the offices in MakkahAl-Mukarramah, Jeddah Governorate, and Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, and thereadiness of the required human resources. This is in addition to forming andapproving the services packages at the e-track system of `Umrah, approving thefirst part of the operational plans for this year, and documenting thecontracts of the external agencies. Contracts for a number of countries such asMalaysia, Britain, Holland, Turkey, Lebanon, Morocco, Qatar, and Kuwait weredocumented. The contracts for the rest of the countries with licensed companieswill follow in succession.On Friday, the e-track system of `Umrah started to receive the visas,which will be passed though the e-track system to be referred to the relevant authoritiesto complete the normal cycle for the Mu`tamir to obtain the required visa.​News Image: The first `Umrah visas in 1434 A.H.Summary: In the early hours of Friday, the first of Safar, the e-track system started to receive the first `Umrah applications for 1434 A.H. Details: ​In theearly hours of Friday, the first of Safar, the e-track system started toreceive the first `Umrah applications for 1434 A.H. Over 700 `Umrah visas werereceived, as follows: The Ministry of Hajj is currently preparing to conduct a number of scientific studiesSummary: The Ministry of Hajj is currently preparing to conduct a number of scientific studies on various topics related to the works of Hajj and the administrative structure of the Ministry, in cooperation with specialized consulting firms. Details: ​TheMinistry of Hajj is currently preparing to conduct a number of scientificstudies on various topics related to the works of Hajj and the administrativestructure of the Ministry, in cooperation with specialized consulting firms.These include:A special study oninternational pilgrims coming via tourist companies and agencies.·       A study on developing theadministrative structure and performance in all of sectors of the Ministry.·       A study on the qualitativeand quantitative classification and estimation of the price of servicesprovided to domestic pilgrims.·       A study on the qualitativeand quantitative classification and estimation of the price of servicesprovided by National Tawafa Establishments.Devising the strategic plan for the works of Hajj and `Umrah, as assignedby the honorable Council of Ministers.  News Image: Developing the technical infrastructure of the Ministry of HajjSummary: On Wednesday, Safar 12, His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar Muhammad Hajjar, held a meeting with His Highness the general manager of the Yasser program, eng. `Ali ibn Salih Al Soma` to discuss the general technical situation of the Ministry of Hajj. Also in attendance at the meeting were their Highnesses Hajj Deputy Ministers, Mr. Hatim ibn Hassan Qady, Dr. `Isa ibn Muhammad Rawwas, and Dr. Sahl ibn Abdullah Al-Sabban. Details: ​OnWednesday, Safar 12, His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar MuhammadHajjar, held a meeting with His Highness the general manager of the Yasser program,eng. `Ali ibn Salih Al Soma` to discuss the general technical situation of theMinistry of Hajj. Also in attendance at the meeting were their Highnesses HajjDeputy Ministers, Mr. Hatim ibn Hassan Qady, Dr. `Isa ibn Muhammad Rawwas, and Dr.Sahl ibn Abdullah Al-Sabban.His Excellencyeng. `Ali ibn Salih Al Soma` explained that the Ministry of Hajj is regarded asone of the leading sectors in the switch to e-government transactions field. Thee-`Umrah system is considered to be the first application of its kind,achieving a great leap forward in the field of Mu`tamir services. HisExcellency praised the strategic plan of switching all Ministry services andactivities to e-government transactions, which was developed by the Ministry incoordination with the Yasser program and financed by the switch to e-governmenttransactions program. It has resulted in many initiatives, for which 36 millionRiyals were appropriated to achieve the desired objectives. Among theseinitiatives is the provision of infrastructure by offering services through thee-service platform and improving the external networks, which was put out to apublic tender. The Ministry received pricing bids from companies participatingin the tender. Thediscussions also touched on the e-track system of international pilgrims and developmentof the General Administration of Information Technology. It was agreed that theMinistry of Hajj will make use of the training programs provided by the Yasser program,which will be provided to Ministry employees. The meeting was also attended by His Excellency Consultant Dr. MazenTounsi, Consultant Dr. Muhammad Semsem, the General Manager of the InformationTechnology Administration, Mr. Salah Basif, and the Portal Administrator, Mr.Basel Zayla`i. After the meeting, eng. `Ali Al Soma`, accompanied by HisExcellency the Deputy Minister of Hajj for `Umrah Affairs, Dr. `Isa Rawwas,made a field trip to the headquarters of the Hajj and `Umrah Information Centerin Al-Biotat, where they examined the Center’s equipment. His Excellency eng.`Ali expressed admiration for the modern technologies he examined. News Image: The King announces the largest budget in the Kingdom’s history Summary: The Council of Ministers approved the general budget of the state for the new fiscal year 1434/1435 A.H. during its special session held under the chairmanship of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King `Abdullah ibn `Abdul Aziz Al Saud (may Allah safeguard him), on Saturday, Safar 16, 1434 A.H. corresponding to December 29, 2012 A.C. in the King’s palace in Riyadh. Details: ​TheCouncil of Ministers approved the general budget of the state for the newfiscal year 1434/1435 A.H. during its special session held under thechairmanship of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King `Abdullah ibn`Abdul Aziz Al Saud (may Allah safeguard him), on Saturday, Safar 16, 1434 A.H.corresponding to December 29, 2012 A.C. in the King’s palace in Riyadh.budget is regarded as the largest budget in the Kingdom’s history in terms ofcurrent absolute monetary values, with revenues of 239.1 trillion, expenses of853 billion, and a surplus of 386 billion riyals.News Image: The Minister of Hajj meets the delegation of the Bangladesh Hajj Mission OfficeSummary: His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar met the delegation of the Bangladesh Hajj Mission Office, headed by Muhammad Shahjahan Miah - the Minister of Religious Affairs in the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, at his office yesterday in Jeddah.Details: His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar met the delegation of the Bangladesh Hajj Mission Office, headed by Muhammad Shahjahan Miah - the Minister of Religious Affairs in the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, at his office yesterday in Jeddah. During this meeting, both parties discussed the achievements and success of the Hajj season last year, 1433 A.H. The Minister of Hajj assured that this success was achieved thanks to Allah, then to the efforts, capabilities, and achievements of the Government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, including the expansion of the Two Holy Mosques and the Tawaf (circumambulation) area, implementation of Al-Mashaer Metro and the Two Holy Mosques train, and the unlimited support provided by the wise leadership for the sake of ensuring comfort and reassurance for the pilgrims and Mu`tamirs.He explained to the delegation of the Bangladesh Hajj Mission the importance of the programs developed by the Ministry, which include enlightening the pilgrims before their arrival at the Holy Land, their complying with the schedule of grouping and moving pilgrims to Jamarat Bridge, and concluding air transportation and housing contracts early. The Minister of Religious Affairs in the Government of Bangladesh praised the projects and achievements provided by the Government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques at the Sacred Sites, in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, and Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah which helped the pilgrims and Mu`tamirs to perform their rituals in a state of spirituality and tranquility. His Highness showed compliance with the schedule developed by the Ministry, as it includes schedules that facilitated the pilgrims' performance of their rituals and their transportation at the Sacred Sites. Issues pertaining to organizing the affairs of Bengal pilgrims coming from Bangladesh to perform Hajj rituals were discussed during the meeting. These issues included their housing and transportation, in addition to educational issues with regard to rituals and procedures. Also, the discussions covered the services provided by the National Tawafa Establishments, United Agents Office, and the General Syndicate of Vehicles, besides the cooperative efforts in providing services to Mu`tamirs of Bangladesh.​News Image: The Deputy Minister of Hajj meets the delegation of the Hajj Mission of KazakhstanSummary: His Excellency, the Deputy Minister of Hajj, Mr. Hatem ibn Hasan Qadi met the delegation of the Hajj Mission of Kazakhstan, headed by Mr. Arjan Mia Mirow, in the Ministry branch in Makkah Al-Mukarramah on Monday, 22/4/1434 A.H., corresponding to 4/3/2013 A.C., at 1:00 P.M.Details: His Excellency, the Deputy Minister of Hajj, Mr. Hatem ibn Hasan Qadi met the delegation of the Hajj Mission of Kazakhstan, headed by Mr. Arjan Mia Mirow, in the Ministry branch in Makkah Al-Mukarramah on Monday, 22/4/1434 A.H., corresponding to 4/3/2013 A.C., at 1:00 P.M.The Deputy Minister of Hajj asserted that this meeting came in accordance with the continuous honorable directives to make thorough preparations for receiving the pilgrims’ groups and visitors of the Prophet’s Mosque in the Hajj season of 1434 A.H. as well as providing them with the best services and enabling them to perform their rituals easily.The Ministry of Hajj, under direct supervision and follow-up of His Highness, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hamzah Hajjar, the Minister of Hajj, keeps intensifying its efforts and preparations for the Hajj season of 1434 A.H.His Excellency asserted the importance of complying strictly with the programs prepared by the Ministry, including enlightening the pilgrims before their arrival at the Holy Land according to the issued instructions, and complying with the schedules of grouping and moving the pilgrims to the Jamart area. In addition, contracts of housing pilgrims in the licensed accommodations should be authenticated by the relevant authorities before the Guests of Allah arrive at the Holy Land.During this meeting, the performance of the Mission in the previous season of 1433 A.H. was discussed, in addition to issues pertaining to the number of pilgrims and the services to be provided for them by the National Tawafa Establishments (Mutawwifs, pilgrims’ guides, agents, and Zamazemah), General Syndicate of Vehicles, and everything relevant to the operational plan of the Ministry.This is in addition to an emphasis on enlightening the pilgrims about the issues pertaining to health, environment, and public safety, and acquainting them with the agreement, which will be signed and kept with them, and the items and clauses included in it as well as informing them about the new circulars that were released during this year.The head of the delegation praised the continuous work and achievements of the Government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and his Crown Prince. These achievements include the expansion of the Holy Mosque, the Prophet’s Mosque and the Tawaf area, and the implementation of Al-Mashaer Metro and the Two Holy Mosques Train to enable the pilgrims and the visitors of the Prophet’s Mosque to perform all their rituals with ease and tranquility until their return to their countries – by the Will of Allah – safe and unharmed.​News Image: The Minister of Hajj: Number of `Umrah visas amounted to one million, six hundred thousandSummary: His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, stated that the Ministry has issued one million, six hundred thousand `Umrah visas since the beginning of `Umrah season last Safar, 1434 A.H., with a monthly arrival rate of 400,000 Mu`tamirs.Details: His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, stated that the Ministry has issued one million, six hundred thousand `Umrah visas since the beginning of `Umrah season last Safar, 1434 A.H., with a monthly arrival rate of 400,000 Mu`tamirs. He indicated that the number of Mu`tamirs next Ramadan will reach record rates in comparison with last year, with the number of Mu`tamirs approaching one million, taking into consideration that the number will double to six millions at the end of the season. In his statement today, His Highness hinted at a project to widen the Tawaf area to be large enough to accommodate the numbers of Mu`tamirs in the current season. He also said that all the human resources from the relevant Ministries and authorities are completely prepared in response to the sound directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King `Abdullah ibn `Abdul Aziz Al Saud, His Highness the Crown Prince, and His Highness the second Deputy (may Allah safeguard them) to participate in supporting the services provided to the groups of Mu`tamirs. They started to arrive successively at Makkah Al-Mukarramah to perform the rituals of `Umrah and to visit the Prophet’s Mosque. The numbers of Mu`tamirs are expected to increase to more than half a million this year, in comparison with  last year, as the normal increase witnessed by the Kingdom every year ranges from 10% to 20%. The Minister of Hajj stated that the program organized by the Ministry for meeting the representatives of Hajj mission offices of more than 70 countries around the world came in response to honorable directives to the governmental bodies to be prepared early for Hajj season in this year 1434 A.H. This program will continue for three months in a scheduled way to discuss the arrangements for Hajj to provide a suitable environment, enabling the pilgrims to perform their Hajj rituals easily.He explained that these meetings, which the Ministry is keen to hold annually and well in advance of Hajj season, are based on an integrated plan to coordinate with the representatives of Hajj Mission Offices to inform them about organizing, housing, and transporting their pilgrims, in addition to educating them with regard to rituals and procedures. In addition, there is sufficient observation of the services provided for them by the different authorities and sectors of Hajj. Due care should be given to enlightening pilgrims before their arrival at the Holy Land, grouping and moving pilgrims to the Jamarat Bridge, and concluding the contracts of air transportation and housing early, before the advent of Ramadan.His Highness the Minister of Hajj said: “All praise is due to Allah, Who granted us a leadership that regards serving the Guests of Allah as an objective and aim, and dedicates all of the capabilities for this sake. We ask Allah (Glorified and Exalted be He) to keep this country safe and secure perpetually and to safeguard its leaders and rulers; indeed He is Ever-Hearing, Ever-Responding.”​News Image: Meetings via closed-circuit televisionSummary: His Highness the Minister of Hajj held a meeting with leading Ministry officials via closed-circuit television. Participants included Deputy Ministers and General Managers from Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, and Jeddah.Details:  His Highness the Minister of Hajj held a meeting with leading Ministry officials via closed-circuit television. Participants included Deputy Ministers and General Managers from Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, and Jeddah. During this meeting, one of the specialized consulting firms presented a method for improving the performance of various Ministry sectors, including those concerned with Hajj and `Umrah affairs, administrative and financial affairs, information technology, training and development, and legal affairs. The closed-circuit television proved to be highly effective in achieving its objective of connecting the officials and His Highness the Minister with each other from their respective offices. This saved time and effort, and achieved speedy and continuous communication. The use of closed-circuit television represents a great turnaround that His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, seeks to achieve throughout the Ministry.​  News Image: `Umrah season will start at the scheduled time Summary: The Ministry of Hajj has made all the necessary preparations for receiving `Umrah visas at the scheduled time, which is on the first of Safar in every Hijri year. Details: The Ministry of Hajj has made all the necessary preparations for receiving `Umrah visas at the scheduled time, which is on the first of Safar in every Hijri year. The Ministry has also called upon all the operative `Umrah companies and establishments in 1434 A.H. to be completely prepared and to make all the necessary preparations for starting the applications of `Umrah visas.​News Image: National Tawafa Establishments prepare to apply e-track system to HajjSummary: The coordinating body of National Tawafa Establishments will organize an evening workshop on Tuesday, Muharram 6, to discuss the tasks entrusted to the establishments in the e-track project for Hajj. The chairmen of these establishments, some board members, and information technology officials will participate in the workshop, which will be sponsored by His Excellency Deputy Hajj Minister for `Umrah Affairs, Dr. `Isa ibn Muhammad Rawas. Details: The coordinating body of National Tawafa Establishments will organize an evening workshop on Tuesday, Muharram 6, to discuss the tasks entrusted to the establishments in the e-track project for Hajj. The chairmen of these establishments, some board members, and information technology officials will participate in the workshop, which will be sponsored by His Excellency Deputy Hajj Minister for `Umrah Affairs, Dr. `Isa ibn Muhammad Rawas. The first meeting for the project supervising committee was held, with the participation of the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Finance, and the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. During this meeting, a preparatory project implementation plan was submitted. Also, members were provided with copies to examine, to enable them to offer feedback in order to expedite the implementation process.​News Image: Conducting biometric registration for applicants of entry visas to the KingdomSummary: A meeting of the honorable Council of Ministers, held at noon on Monday, Muharram 5, 1434 A.H., gave approval for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to carry out the necessary procedures to obtain the biometric characteristics (such as fingerprints and facial images) of all applicants of entry visas to the Kingdom, including pilgrims and Mu`tamirs. Details: A meeting of the honorable Council of Ministers, held at noon on Monday, Muharram 5, 1434 A.H., gave approval for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to carry out the necessary procedures to obtain the biometric characteristics (such as fingerprints and facial images) of all applicants of entry visas to the Kingdom, including pilgrims and Mu`tamirs. This will be implemented through specialized offices authorized by the embassies of the Kingdom abroad. This meeting was headed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman ibn Abdul Aziz, the Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister, and the Minister of Defense.​News Image: Assessing the works of Hajj season, 1434 A.H.Summary: His Highness the Minister of Hajj will hold a meeting with the leading officials of the Ministry of Hajj on Tuesday, Muharram 6, 1434 A.H. to discuss the extent of success of the application of the operational plans, which were approved for the three branches of the Ministry and other sectors. Details:  His Highness the Minister of Hajj will hold a meeting with the leading officials of the Ministry of Hajj on Tuesday, Muharram 6, 1434 A.H. to discuss the extent of success of the application of the operational plans, which were approved for the three branches of the Ministry and other sectors. In addition, they will discuss the factors hindering the application of these plans, and ways of avoiding such hindrances next season (if Allah wills).​ News Image: The King’s recovery, may Allah grant him good health and well-beingSummary: The surgery undergone by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah ibn Abdul Aziz (may Allah safeguard him) to tighten a loose ligament at the top of his back, was successful. His Royal Highness Prince Salman ibn Abdul Aziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister, and the Minister of Defense were reassured about his health during a visit to King Abdul Aziz Medical City, National Guard Health Affairs in Riyadh. Details: The surgery undergone by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah ibn Abdul Aziz (may Allah safeguard him) to tighten a loose ligament at the top of his back, was successful. His Royal Highness Prince Salman ibn Abdul Aziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister, and the Minister of Defense were reassured about his health during a visit to King Abdul Aziz Medical City, National Guard Health Affairs in Riyadh. Their Royal Highnesses the Princes, the Honorable Ministers, and the senior civilian and military officials were also reassured about his health (may Allah safeguard him).In interviews conducted by Al-Riyadh Newspaper, popular and official statements expressed happiness for the success of the King’s surgery, beseeching Allah (Glorified be He) to protect him, bestow bounties on him, grant him good health and well-being, safeguard him from every evil, and grant him a speedy recovery. This is due to the fact that all the people love him unanimously and feel his faithful paternity, realizing what he (may Allah safeguard him) represents to his nation and people, whom he has led to goodness and righteousness. May Allah protect the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques from every evil and grant him good health and well-being.​News Image: Meetings of the e-track system committee for international pilgrimsSummary: The committee supervising the e-track system project for international pilgrims is headed by the Ministry of Hajj and has been formed by virtue of decision no. 386 of the honorable Council of Ministers, dated 22/11/1433 A.H. with the participation of representatives from the following bodies:Details: The committee supervising the e-track system project for international pilgrims is headed by the Ministry of Hajj and has been formed by virtue of decision no. 386 of the honorable Council of Ministers, dated 22/11/1433 A.H. with the participation of representatives from the following bodies:1.   The Ministry of Interior (National Information Center, and the Secretariat of Hajj Supreme Committee)2.   The Ministry of Foreign Affairs3.   The Ministry of Finance4.   The Ministry of Health5.   The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (e-government transactions program [Yasser])The committee will hold its first meeting at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, 27/12/1433 A.H. (based on the Umm Al-Qura calendar) in the 8th floor meeting room in the Ministry building located in the Shisha District of Makkah. The committee will undertake the following tasks:1.   Supervising the preparation of the technical document of each authority relevant to the e-track system project for international pilgrims.2.   Making use of the programs and experiences of the governmental agencies pertaining to the e-transactions.3.   Seeking the help of consulting firms to prepare the terms and conditions document for the e-track system for international pilgrims within a period not exceeding six months from the date of authorizing its implementation and putting it out to public tender in a manner that achieves the required integrity.Studying and estimating the financial costs of this project. ​News Image: Appointing Prince Muhammad ibn Naif as the Minister of InteriorSummary: On Monday, Dhul-Hijjah 20, 1433 A.H. corresponding to November 5, 2012 A.C., a Royal Decree was issued releasing Prince Ahmad ibn Abdul Aziz from his post as Minister of Interior, at his request, and appointing Prince Muhammad ibn Naif in his place. Details: On Monday, Dhul-Hijjah 20, 1433 A.H. corresponding to November 5, 2012 A.C., a Royal Decree was issued releasing Prince Ahmad ibn Abdul Aziz from his post as Minister of Interior, at his request, and appointing Prince Muhammad ibn Naif in his place. The following is the text of the Royal Decree no. A/299.In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most MercifulDate: 20/12/1433 A.H.With the help of Allah, and after reviewing the 57th article of the Basic Law issued by the Royal Decree no. A/90, dated 27/8/1412 A.H., the eighth article of the system of the Council of Ministers issued by Royal Decree no. A/13, dated 3/3/1414 A.H., and the Royal Decree no. A/140, dated 28/7/1433 A.H., according to the written request that was referred to us on 20/12/1433 A.H. by His Highness the Minister of Interior, in which he asked to be released from his post, I, Abdullah ibn Abdul Aziz, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, give the following orders:First: Releasing His Royal Highness Prince Ahmad ibn Abdul Aziz, the Minister of Interior, from his post according to his request.Second: Appointing His Royal Highness Prince Muhammad ibn Nayif ibn Abdul Aziz as the new Minister of Interior.Third: This decree is to be delivered to the relevant authorities to be approved and implemented.Abdullah ibn Abdul Aziz Al Saud​News Image: The Minister of Hajj meets the delegation of the Palestinian Hajj MissionSummary: His Highness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, met the delegation of the Palestinian Hajj Mission, headed by His Highness Mr. Mahmoud Sedqi Al-Habbash, the Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs at Dr. Bandar’s office in Jeddah today, Saturday, 11/5/1434 A.H.Details: ​HisHighness the Minister of Hajj, Dr. Bandar ibn Muhammad Hajjar, met thedelegation of the Palestinian Hajj Mission, headed by His Highness Mr. MahmoudSedqi Al-Habbash, the Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs at Dr.Bandar’s office in Jeddah today, Saturday, 11/5/1434 A.H.At thebeginning of the meeting, His Highness the Minister of Hajj congratulated all onthe remarkable success of Hajj last year. He indicated that this success wasachieved thanks firstly to Allah, and secondly to the efforts, capabilities,and achievements of the wise government in response to direct instructions fromthe Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Highness the Crown Prince. Theseachievements include expanding the Two Holy Mosques, developing the SacredSites, and the unlimited support provided by the Government for the sake of ensuringcomfort and reassurance for the pilgrims and Mu`tamirs. He assured the delegationof the Palestinian Hajj Mission of the care attached to the programs developedby the Ministry of Hajj. They include enlightening the pilgrims before theirarrival at the Holy Land, complying with the schedule of grouping and movingpilgrims to Jamarat Bridge, and the timely concluding of air transportation andhousing contracts.Duringthis meeting, issues pertaining to the organization of the affairs of thePalestinian pilgrims coming from Palestine to perform Hajj rituals werediscussed. These issues included their housing and transportation, in additionto educational issues with regard to rituals and procedures. The discussions alsocovered the services provided by the National Tawafa Establishments, UnitedAgents Office, and the General Syndicate of Vehicles, in addition to thecooperative efforts in providing Mu`tamirs’ services in Palestine.His Highness the Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs praised thesuccessive improvements and achievements provided by the Government of theCustodian of the Two Holy Mosques and his Crown Prince (may Allah safeguardthem both) in Makkah Al-Mukarramah, Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, and at the SacredSites. These achievements include the expansion of the Holy Mosque, the Tawafarea, and the Prophet’s Mosque, and the implementation of Al-Masha`er Metro andthe Two Holy Mosques Train to enable pilgrims and visitors to the Prophet’sMosque to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility. He also praised themutual cooperation between the Ministry, its branches, the bodies under itssupervision, and the delegation of the Palestinian Hajj Mission. It is worthmentioning that 6,600 Palestinian pilgrims come from Palestine every year.News Image:

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