More than 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims gathered on the Plain of Arafat on Tuesday for the climax of Hajj 2026, enduring soaring desert temperatures as they prayed, recited Quranic verses, and sought forgiveness on Islam’s holiest day of pilgrimage. From before sunrise, streams of white-robed pilgrims moved toward Mount Arafat, also known as Jabal al-Rahmah […]
Mina’s Transformation During Hajj Leaves Pilgrims Amazed
The holy valley of Mina transformed into one of the world’s largest temporary cities on Monday as hundreds of thousands of pilgrims began arriving for the Day of Tarwiyah, marking the official start of the core rituals of Hajj 2026. Located east of Mecca, Mina rapidly evolved from a quiet valley into a highly coordinated […]
Rare Sun Alignment Above Kaaba on Day of Arafat After 33 Years
A rare astronomical event is set to coincide with one of Islam’s holiest days this year as the sun will align directly above the Kaaba on the Day of Arafat, a phenomenon astronomers say occurs only once every 33 years. According to astronomers and Saudi officials, the alignment will take place at noon on May […]
Saudi Arabia Launches AI Translation Services for Hajj Pilgrims
Saudi authorities have activated simultaneous translation services in 17 languages at Islam’s two holiest mosques as part of a broader digital transformation drive aimed at improving services for millions of pilgrims arriving for Hajj 2026. The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah announced the initiative […]
Pakistan Nears Hajj 2026 as Training and Arrangements Reach Final Phase
Pakistan is stepping up preparations for the Hajj pilgrimage of 2026, with officials saying arrangements are now in the final stages ahead of the annual Islamic journey to Saudi Arabia. Authorities have completed training for pilgrims in cities across the country as logistical coordination advances between Islamabad and Riyadh. This progress comes as the government […]
From Fighter Jet to Economic Asset: How JF-17 Is Redefining Pakistan’s Global Standing
For years, the JF-17 Thunder has been a central pillar of Pakistan’s air defence strategy. But following the military confrontation with India in May last year, the aircraft’s relevance has expanded well beyond national security. Today, the JF-17 is increasingly viewed as a tool of diplomacy, industrial growth, and economic opportunity — reshaping how Pakistan […]
Mbappé, Madrid and a Viral Moment That Changed the Story of the Super Cup Final
A dramatic night in Saudi Arabia delivered more than just silverware for Barcelona — it sparked a new controversy involving Kylian Mbappé and deepened the sense of turmoil surrounding Real Madrid. Barcelona clinched the Spanish Super Cup with a thrilling 3–2 victory over their eternal rivals in Jeddah, powered by a brace from Raphinha and […]
From Bailouts to Battle Jets: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia in $4bn Defence Talks
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are exploring a major defence-finance arrangement that could see roughly $2 billion in Saudi loans converted into a fighter jet purchase, according to Pakistani officials familiar with the discussions. The talks centre on the JF-17 Thunder, a light combat aircraft jointly developed with China and manufactured in Pakistan. If finalised, the […]
Think Saudi Arabia Has the Most Oil? Here’s the Real Top 10 List
Fresh political upheaval in Venezuela has once again drawn global attention to a striking paradox: the country sitting on the largest confirmed oil reserves on Earth remains largely unable to turn that wealth into economic or energy power. Oil markets initially braced for disruption following the US removal of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. Analysts expected […]