Taraweeh 2026 Schedule for Masjid An Nabawi for Ramadan
The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has announced the Taraweeh prayer schedule for Masjid An
Saudi Arabia Suspends 1,800 Foreign Umrah Agencies Over Service Violations
1,800 foreign Umrah travel agencies have been suspended from issuing new visas. Agencies have 10 days to rectify classification and
Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Will Not Lead Taraweeh at Masjid an-Nabawi After 12 Years
Key Takeaways Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Hameed will not lead Taraweeh or Tahajjud at the Prophet’s Mosque in Ramadan 2026.
Operational Plan for Ramadan 2026 at Two Holy Mosques Launched
A detailed operational plan for Ramadan 1447 AH (2026) has been launched by the Presidency for Religious Affairs. The strategy
Taraweeh Will Consist of 10 Rakahs at Masjid al-Haram and Nabawi
Taraweeh prayers at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque will consist of 10 Rakats. This will be followed by
New Smart Command Center Launched at Masjid an-Nabawi
A new Smart Engineering Center for Command and Control has been inaugurated at the Prophet’s Mosque. The facility uses interactive
Non-Saudis Must Get Sponsor Approval Itikaf at Masjid al Haram and Nabawi
Formal mosque registration is compulsory for anyone performing I’tikaf. Non-Saudi residents must secure documented approval from their official sponsor first.
Saudi Arabia Launches First Electric Bus Network in Makkah for 2026 Hajj Season
Key Takeaways Makkah’s new Masar BRT is the Middle East’s first fully electric bus rapid transit network. The system features
Saudi Arabia Bans Loudspeakers For Prayers During Ramadan 2026
Key Takeaways Outdoor mosque loudspeakers cannot broadcast prayers, only the Adhan and Iqama. Mosques must strictly follow Umm Al-Qura calendar
Saudi Arabia Sets Strict Rules for Mosques During Ramadan 2026
Imams and mosque workers must ensure full attendance, with absences requiring official approval and a substitute. Prayer schedules must strictly
