Oman Observer
14,000 pilgrims perform Haj 2026
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Oman Observer
Read the full storyAccording to the Omani Haj Mission, 14,000 pilgrims from the Sultanate performed the holy Hajj this year. This figure represents the allocated quota for the current Hajj season, indicating that the full number of permitted pilgrims from Oman successfully completed their pilgrimage.
Source: Oman Observer
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