Mohsin Naqvi visits Pakistani Hajj pilgrims’ camps in Mina

Updated: 8:07 PM PKT — May 26, 2026

The United States and Israel are reportedly working on a plan to change the administrative status of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, seeking to remove Jordanian stewardship and establish a new body aligned with Israeli interests. According to reports, the proposal aims to declare the holy site a ‘multi-faith center,’ granting Jews equal access and the right to hold large group prayers.

The plan, said to be backed by senior US figures, would also give Israel a significant role in appointing mosque officials and approving sermon content. While several Arab nations have reportedly been briefed on the proposal, Saudi Arabia is said to be opposing the move.

Updated: 6:03 PM PKT — May 26, 2026

Federal Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf has called on Pakistani Hajj pilgrims to offer special prayers for the peace, stability, and prosperity of Pakistan and the entire Muslim world. In a statement, he specifically urged pilgrims to pray for the nation’s leadership, the armed forces, and national security institutions.

The minister also congratulated Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the excellent Hajj arrangements, describing the facilities as commendable. He noted that the Ministry of Religious Affairs, following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s directives, has ensured effective arrangements for the pilgrims.

Updated: 4:30 PM PKT — May 26, 2026

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi visited the camps of Pakistani pilgrims in Mina to review the facilities provided during Hajj. During his tour, he met with a 100-year-old pilgrim and inquired about the accommodation and food arrangements from others. Pilgrims reported that the arrangements were good this year and praised the cooperative attitude of the staff.

Naqvi commended the efforts of the Ministry of Religious Affairs and expressed special gratitude to the Saudi government and Crown Prince for the “Road to Makkah” initiative, which provided pre-departure immigration facilities to Pakistani pilgrims in their home country, significantly easing their journey.