First to Arrive, Last to Depart: Sudanese Pilgrim Concludes Hajj Journey via Al-Raq’i Border Crossing

Riyadh: In a poignant display of faith and gratitude, Sudanese pilgrim Mohammed Yusuf Abdullah, 39, concluded his Hajj journey for the year 1446 AH as the last to depart through Al-Raq'i border crossing, marking the end of a spiritually rich pilgrimage that began with him being the first to arrive at the same crossing. According to Saudi Press Agency, residing in Kuwait, the Sudanese pilgrim expressed deep appreciation for the comprehensive care and exceptional hospitality he received throughout his journey. "I extend my heartfelt thanks to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for their tireless efforts in serving the pilgrims," he said. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance's branch in Eastern Region welcomed Mohammed as part of the first group of pilgrims arriving from Kuwait. He received a suite of awareness and guidance services, including multilingual g uidebooks, detailed explanations of the Hajj rituals, and an electronic identification card linked to the digital Islamic library, offering pilgrims access to authentic and reliable Islamic content.