IQNA – Iran’s Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization announced on Friday that all return flights for Iranian pilgrims have been suspended until further notice due to the nationwide grounding of air traffic following a series of Israeli airstrikes across the country.

IQNA – Amid Mecca’s rapid urban expansion and focus on the Grand Mosque, several historic mosques of deep religious and historical significance remain largely overlooked by pilgrims and visitors, an expert says.

IQNA – The head of Iran’s Awqaf and Charity Affairs Organization emphasized efforts to optimize and equip holy sites to optimally host Arbaeen pilgrims.  

IQNA – A broad array of cultural, religious, and public programs are planned across Iran to mark Eid al-Ghadir, with highlights including large-scale street festivals.

IQNA – A delegation of servants of Imam Ali (AS) holy shrine donated Eid al-Ghadir flags to Shia shrines in Iraq as the auspicious occasion approaches.

IQNA – The Astan (custodianship) of Imam Ali (AS) holy shrine announced the beginning of the International Eid al-Ghadir Week celebrations with the participation of more than 40 countries on five continents.

IQNA – Many pilgrims are starting to travel to Medina after bidding farewell to Mecca on Monday upon completion of the 2025 Hajj.

IQNA – Umrah visa applications will reopen on Tuesday, June 10, allowing international pilgrims to begin preparations for visiting the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.

IQNA – More than 3,000 registered moukebs will provide services to pilgrims during this year’s Arbaeen pilgrimage, according to a senior Iranian official.

IQNA – The Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran won the Labaytum Award for Excellence in Hajj Pilgrim Services.

IQNA – The new Kiswa, the cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba in Mecca, has been officially handed over to the custodians of the Grand Mosque, marking the beginning of its annual replacement.

IQNA – The Rami al-Jamarat (stoning of the devil) continued in Mina on Sunday, the second day of Tashreeq, as pilgrims perform the final rituals of Hajj.