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Indonesian govt awaits Saudi Arabia's decision on haj

The Religious Affairs Ministry is still waiting for Saudi Arabia to announce its final decision on this year’s haj that will see millions of Muslims performing rituals in the holy city of Mecca, as the kingdom mulls a plan to put the annual tradition on hold amid the COVID-19 pandemic

A glimpse into the ‘Sacred Chamber’ where Prophet and Aisha used to live

The “Sacred Chamber,” refers to the Prophet’s House, where he (peace be upon him) used to live with Aisha Bint Abibakr Al-Siddiq, the “Mother of the Believers” (May Allah be pleased with her). It is prominently located in the eastern part of the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah.

Al-Mabiat, an archaeological site in Madinah region, dates back to the Ummayad and Abbasid periods

The ancient archeological site of Al-Mabiat, also known as Garah, dates back to the Umayyad and Abbasid periods. It is one of the most important early Islamic sites in north Arabia.

'Do not cancel hajj just yet': Sahuc warns hujjaj

“It is premature for any accredited hajji to cancel hajj now.” That was the word of caution by South African Hajj and Umrah Council (Sahuc) president Shaheen Essop commenting on the cloud of uncertainty around hajj this year.

SAHUC Waiting for Saudi Hajj Ministry on Status of Hajj 2020

The South African Hajj and Umrah Council (SAHUC) says it is still awaiting official confirmation from the Ministry of Hajj & Umrah in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with regards to whether Hajj 1441H will be proceeding this year or not due to the COVID-19 pandemic.