Saudi Arabia Bans Photos, Video Recording, Political Expressions at Hajj Sites

Saudi Arabia Bans Photos, Political Chants at 2025 Hajj

The Saudi Arabian authorities have proscribed photography, political chants and flag displays at the holy sites during the 2025 hajj. In a statement issued by its ministry of interior, the kingdom said pilgrims must not take photographs or record videos at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah, Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah, or the key hajj sites in Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah. The ministry said the restriction applies to mobile phones and professional camer…

Saudi Arabia bans photos, video recording, political expressions at Hajj sites

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has announced a strict ban on photographs, recording of videos or raising any political or sectarian expressions at the main Hajj sites. The ministry said the new rule is to protect the spiritual and peaceful nature of the Hajj.   It warned that anyone caught breaking the rule will face serious consequences.   In a statement released on Tuesday, the ministry said pilgrims are not allowed to take photos or vide…

Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia Once Again Bans Political Speech, Sectarian Displays

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior has issued strict regulations for the annual Hajj pilgrimage taking place from June 11 to June 19 this year, once again banning all political and sectarian displays in the holy sites and tightening control over unauthorized access to the pilgrimage areas. The ministry announced that during the pilgrimage, all forms of photography, political and sectarian flags, and public chants are strictly prohibited across …