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Saudi Arabia: Viral video of security officer at Grand Mosque sparks public outcry and official action | World News

[ad_1] A viral video shows a Grand Mosque officer confronting pilgrims near the Kaaba, sparking controversy/Representative Image A brief video has ignited intense debate online after showing a security officer confronting pilgrims near the Holy Kaaba in Makkah. The footage, lasting less than a minute, has drawn attention to both the challenges faced by mosque […]

Saudi Arabia: Makkah schools switch to winter hours; assembly 7:15 AM, classes begin 7:30 AM | World News

[ad_1] Makkah schools begin winter schedule with adjusted morning timings / AI-generated illustration As the chill of winter settles in, school mornings in Makkah are about to feel a little different. Beginning Sunday, November 2, 2025, the General Directorate of Education in Makkah has approved a winter timetable for all public and private schools, with […]

Saudi Crown Prince launches mega ‘King Salman Gate’ multi-purpose project next to Grand Mosque in Makkah | World News

[ad_1] Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announces mega project ‘King Salman Gate’ in Makkah. Image: AI Representative Image Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman recently unveiled one of the biggest development projects in Makkah – the King Salman Gate. As per Saudi Gazette, this stunning new addition situated next to the Grand Mosque, […]

Muharram 2025 update: Over 60 million visit Makkah and Madinah’s holy mosques | World News

[ad_1] During Muharram, the Two Holy Mosques in Saudi Arabia received over 60 million worshippers/Image: File During the Islamic month of Muharram in 1447 AH (June-July 2025), over 60 million worshippers visited the Two Holy Mosques in Saudi Arabia, encompassing the Grand Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina. According to the General […]