Makkah: Hajj security forces have arrested two Saudi citizens for attempting to transport four expatriates of Uzbek, Turkish, and Afghan nationalities into Makkah. The violators were intercepted while navigating off-road dirt paths and desert valleys in an attempt to enter and remain in the holy sites without official Hajj permits.

According to Saudi Press Agency, legal procedures have been initiated against all individuals involved. The arrests underscore the ongoing enforcement of Hajj regulations to ensure the safety and security of the pilgrimage. The authorities have reiterated the importance of obtaining the necessary permits to participate in the Hajj rituals.