BETH | Mina Palace – Annual Reception for Hajj Dignitaries

On behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Prime Minister, hosted the annual reception at the Royal Court in Mina Palace for heads of state, Islamic leaders, senior officials, Hajj delegation heads, and guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques.

A Global Appeal from Mina

In his keynote address, the Crown Prince called on the international community to take responsibility for halting the catastrophic consequences of the Israeli aggression in Palestine. He stated:

"The suffering of our Palestinian brothers continues due to Israeli aggression. It is essential to protect innocent civilians and establish a new reality in which Palestine enjoys peace, in accordance with international legitimacy."

Saudi Arabia’s Sacred Trust

The Crown Prince reaffirmed that serving the Two Holy Mosques and their pilgrims remains at the forefront of the Kingdom’s priorities:

"Allah has honored this country with the service of the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors—pilgrims, Umrah performers, and worshipers. Saudi Arabia has dedicated all its capacities to serve the Guests of Allah and facilitate their rituals with ease and safety."

He emphasized the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment:

"We fully recognize the magnitude of this responsibility and the honor it carries."

A Prayer for Stability and Peace

HRH concluded with a heartfelt prayer:

"May Allah grant our nation and the entire Muslim world continued security and stability, accept the pilgrimage of all pilgrims, and return them safely to their families."