Jeddah: Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfig Al-Rabiah held a phone call with Dr. Alireza Bayat, head of the Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran, to discuss the safe departure of the first group of Iranian pilgrims.

According to Saudi Press Agency, Minister Al-Rabiah reassured Dr. Bayat that the safety and smooth implementation of the pilgrims’ transfer plan would be ensured at all stages. This includes their departure from Makkah and Madinah through King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah to the Jadidat Arar land crossing.

This initiative follows the directives of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and the recommendation of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. It aims to facilitate all the needs of Iranian pilgrims and ensure that all necessary services are provided until conditions are in place for their safe return home.

The first group of Iranian pilgrims departed today as part of the implementation plan overseen by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. The process was monitored by a dedicated operations room that provided care and services to the pilgrims until their departure.

Dr. Bayat expressed gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and HRH the Crown Prince for the care extended to the Iranian pilgrims during their stay. He also acknowledged the dedication of Minister Al-Rabiah and his efforts to facilitate the pilgrims’ procedures and ensure their comfort throughout the Hajj stages.