Saudi authorities banned all forms of solidarity with Gaza during this year's Hajj, threatening pilgrims with deportation or arrest for raising the Palestinian flag or expressing support for Gaza.

The Saudi Arabia Hajj and Umrah tourism market is expected to reach a market revenue of US$ 150.0 Bn in 2022, and is likely to pass US$ 350.0 Bn by 2032.

Hundreds of Muslims in Britain who have already paid for travel through the chosen system say their bookings "failed" and they missed flights.