RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has confirmed that securing a Hajj permit is the fundamental cornerstone for ensuring that rituals are performed with security and peace of mind. Adhering to these regulations is essential for achieving a seamless flow of movement throughout the Holy Sites. The Saudi Ministry explained that the permitting system empowers authorities to manage …

By Rafiq Vayani ABU DHABI: EDGE has signed a Global Air Carrier Services Agreement with Etihad Airways at Make it in the Emirates (MIITE 2026), consolidating its airfreight operations under the UAE’s national carrier. Under the agreement, EDGE will procure airfreight services through Etihad Airways’ cargo operations for shipments on behalf of itself and its growing portfolio of 35 entities. …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: H.E. Dr. Bakheet Ateeq Alremeithi, Consul General of the United Arab #Emirates in Karachi, met with Mr. Mohammed Al Hashmi, Vice President, Emirates Airline in Pakistan, at the Consulate General in Karachi. The discussions focused on advancing air cargo operations between the United Arab Emirates and Pakistan, enhancing the sophistication and efficiency of logistics services, and …

News Desk RIYADH: Red Sea Global (RSG), the regenerative tourism developer, is making it easier than ever for travelers to reach The Red Sea destination this Eid al-Adha, with 32 extra flights added to meet surging holiday demand. Operating between 21–31 May, the expanded schedule offers greater flexibility for holidaymakers and last-minute planners looking to visit the destination during one …

By Rafiq Vayani RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued a stern warning against engaging with unlicensed campaigns and misleading advertisements frequently found on social media platforms. The Ministry emphasized that obtaining an official Hajj permit is the only guarantee of performing the pilgrimage safely and legally.  These permits are vital for organizing crowd movement and preventing …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Emirates is marking a near-full return to operations, with 96% of its global network now restored, following a period of disruption. In the past weeks, the airline has progressively resumed services across the Americas, Europe, Africa, West Asia, the Middle East/GCC, the Far East and Australasia. Today, the airline operates to 137 destinations across 72 countries, with over 1,300 weekly frequencies, representing 75% of pre-disruption capacity. …

News Desk RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is continuing its intensive coordination with international Hajj affairs offices to promote awareness of official procedures. The goal is to ensure that essential guidance and instructional messages reach pilgrims in their home countries well before they arrive in the Kingdom.  These international efforts aim to establish the Hajj permit as …

6 million guest journeys, 32,000 aircraft movements and 213,000 tonnes of cargo handled during disruption By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Dubai International (DXB) continued to sustain global connectivity through a period of regional disruption that significantly constrained airspace capacity and flight schedules across a critical aviation corridor. With airspace within the UAE now fully restored, Dubai Airports is moving decisively to …

News Desk DUBAI: Türkiye’s Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, held a press conference in Istanbul where he announced the country’s tourism statistics for the first three months of 2026. Türkiye experienced a 4.2% rise in international visitors, totalling 9.2 million. The country also reported an impressive USD 9.896 billion in tourism revenue for the first quarter, which is again a 4.2% increase compared to the …

News Desk RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued an urgent appeal to all individuals planning to perform Hajj, stressing the absolute necessity of verifying the validity of their Hajj permits before making any financial commitments or travel arrangements. Ministry officials stated that permit compliance is foundational to the security of pilgrims and the orderly movement of …