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🛒 تسوق الآنHajj Authority: Mina and Arafat Camp Readiness Exceeds 80%
Hajj Authority: Mina and Arafat Camp Readiness Exceeds 80%
Libya's General Authority for Hajj and Umrah Affairs announced that preparations at the holy sites of Mina and Arafat have surpassed 80% completion, with full handover of camps expected in the coming days. The announcement comes as Libyan pilgrims continue to depart for Saudi Arabia through seven airports across the country.
Main Facts and Key Details
Hatim Al-Lafi, Director of the Authority's Media Office, confirmed that Hajj flights commenced on Thursday, May 7th, initially operating from Mitiga and Benina airports, before expanding to include Misurata, Sirte, Tobruk, Al-Abragh, and Sabha — bringing the total to seven departure points. All pilgrims are being received at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah before being transported to their accommodation at the Address Hotel in Makkah, a five-star property overlooking the Grand Mosque.
Al-Lafi stated that the final scheduled departure flights will take place on May 18th, by which time all Libyan pilgrims will have reached their residences in Makkah. The Authority confirmed that this year's accommodation arrangements represent a significant upgrade, with all hotels selected being five-star rated and located in close proximity to the Haram — a key demand from the Government of National Unity in its agreements with the Hajj Authority.
Regarding the holy sites, Al-Lafi revealed that a delegation from the Authority visited both Mina and Arafat and confirmed that the contracted company, Bishra Hospitality, has achieved over 80% completion on camp preparations. The camps are scheduled for full delivery in the coming days and are described as being at the highest level of readiness.
Reactions and Context
Al-Lafi expressed confidence that Libyan pilgrims will notice a marked improvement in accommodation conditions, particularly in Mina, compared to previous years. He urged pilgrims to be mindful of the limited space in the Mina area and emphasized that all arrangements are designed to ensure comfort not only for Libyan pilgrims but for all pilgrims from across the Islamic world.
The Authority's operational plan relies on 17 coordination offices distributed across Libya, each supervising groups of pilgrims. Every supervisor is assigned a cohort of 47 pilgrims, ensuring close oversight and support throughout the journey. Each pilgrim will also be issued a GPS-enabled tracking wristband, which Al-Lafi strongly advised must not be removed, especially during movement between the holy sites.
Challenges and Outlook
Al-Lafi acknowledged the logistical challenges inherent in the Hajj season, particularly the short window between the Day of Arafat and Eid, which spans only a few hours. He warned that some pilgrims may experience fatigue due to long walks or buses dropping them at locations relatively distant from their camps. He advised all pilgrims to ensure their phones are fully charged and that they have internet access, or alternatively remain with their designated groups at all times.
On the Saudi side, Al-Lafi noted that the traffic management plan in the Kingdom, especially across the holy sites, is specifically designed to serve pilgrims. He confirmed that any pilgrim facing an emergency can contact the nearest security point — whether civil defense, police, or other services — and will be directed to the safest route back to their camp.
With the 2026 Hajj season approaching its peak, Libyan authorities are working to ensure a smooth and dignified experience for all pilgrims, marking what officials describe as one of the best-organized Hajj missions in recent years.
