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Iranpress: Leader Issues 2025 Hajj Statement; Focus on Gaza

Leader Issues 2025 Hajj Statement; Focus on Gaza

Thursday, 05 June 2025 10:57

In his 2025 Hajj statement, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution urged public speakers and people of social standing to raise awareness, increase sensitivity, and amplify demands concerning the issue of Palestine.

Iranpress: Islamabad Hosts Conference Exploring Imam Khomeini’s Views on Hajj, Global Arrogance

Islamabad Hosts Conference Exploring Imam Khomeini’s Views on Hajj, Global Arrogance

Tuesday, 03 June 2025 21:48

Prominent scholars and officials gathered in Islamabad to discuss Imam Khomeini’s perspectives on Hajj as a means of confronting global arrogance, emphasizing unity and resistance against oppression.

Iranpress: Leader: Hajj Is a Political Obligation

Leader: Hajj Is a Political Obligation

Sunday, 04 May 2025 11:39

In a meeting with Hajj officials, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei emphasized the political nature of the Hajj pilgrimage, stating that this event serves as an opportunity for unity among the Islamic community and addressing common challenges. He also referenced the tragic incident in Bandar Abbas and extended condolences to the families of the victims.

Iranpress: Hajj Casualties Rise to 1300 People

Hajj Casualties Rise to 1300 People

Monday, 24 June 2024 09:23

IP - 1301 Hajj pilgrims lost their lives this year due to the extreme heat wave stroke in Mecca, meanwhile, Saudi Arabia insisted that most of the victims are those without pilgrimage permits.

Iranpress: 1,100 Hajj Pilgrims die in Saudi Arabia Soaring Heat Waves

1,100 Hajj Pilgrims die in Saudi Arabia Soaring Heat Waves

Saturday, 22 June 2024 09:53

IP - Reportedly 1,117 pilgrims have died among them some missing in the 2024 hajj pilgrimage due to the extreme heat conditions. It is the highest death toll since 2015.

Iranpress: Over 500 Hajj pilgrims died in Saudi

Over 500 Hajj pilgrims died in Saudi's Mecca due to severe heat

Wednesday, 19 June 2024 18:17

At least 550 pilgrims died from extreme heat during this year's Hajj, with temperatures reaching 51.8 degrees Celsius (125 Fahrenheit) at Mecca's Grand Mosque.

Iranpress: 21 Hajj Pilgrims died in Heat Wave of Saudi Arabia

21 Hajj Pilgrims died in Heat Wave of Saudi Arabia

Monday, 17 June 2024 12:34

IP - At least 21 pilgrims including 7 Iranians and 14 Jordanians have died in the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia due to the extreme temperature and heatstroke in Mecca and Medina.

Iranpress: Iranians Mark Eid-Aldha, Perform Prayers across Country

Iranians Mark Eid-Aldha, Perform Prayers across Country

Monday, 17 June 2024 11:07

Tehran (IP) - Iranians across the country performed prayers of Eid al-Adha, to mark one of the most important festivities in Islam and an iconic reminder of Prophet Abraham's (PBUH) obedience to God when he accepted the divine order to sacrifice his son, Ismail.

Iranpress: Hajj Pilgrimage Highlights Unifying, Empowering Nature of Islamic Rituals

Hajj Pilgrimage Highlights Unifying, Empowering Nature of Islamic Rituals

Sunday, 16 June 2024 17:22

Tehran (IP) - The Hajj pilgrimage, one of the five pillars of Islam, involves a series of rituals performed over five days in Mecca and surrounding areas of Saudi Arabia. This year, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has addressed travelers beginning the Hajj pilgrimage, highlighting the unifying and empowering nature of the Islamic rituals.

Iranpress: Hajj Pilgrims Gather on Mount Arafat

Hajj Pilgrims Gather on Mount Arafat

Saturday, 15 June 2024 18:35

IP - Muslim pilgrims converged on Mount Arafat on Saturday the second day of Hajj pilgrims which is known as the holiest day of Hajj to observe the most spiritual ritual of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.

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