AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoHajj & Pilgrims Services: Saudi Arabia’s CST said telecom and internet traffic surged during Hajj, with 17.6 million local voice calls and 2.6 million digital app calls handled across Makkah and the holy sites as networks absorbed the massive demand. Heat & Safety: A new study warns climate change is shrinking the “safe” weather window for Hajj, with May temperatures in Mecca now typical of summer in the 1980s. Hajj Logistics: Saudi authorities reported 1.7 million-plus pilgrims completed Hajj 2026, while the Interior Ministry penalized people for transporting unauthorized pilgrims to Makkah. Regional Diplomacy: Saudi FM Faisal bin Farhan met EU counterparts in Cyprus, as talks focused on West Asia developments. Business & Economy: Saudia took delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, expanding fleet capacity for long-haul travel. Local Culture: Saudi GEA launched an open-air Qatif Cinema on the Corniche, running daily until June 14.
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