Iraq wins Saudi Arabia's Hajj Diamond Award
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Hajj delegation has earned the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah's Diamond Tier of the Labaytom Award, the highest distinction for pilgrim services.
Hajj delegations from Iraq, Turkey, and Malaysia received this year's prize, which rewards excellence in planning, healthcare, religious guidance, comfort, and overall organization for their performance during the pilgrimage season.
The Iraqi pilgrimage delegation was recognized on Sunday for its organization and high-quality service. The mission previously achieved the award's highest tier in both 2023 and 2024, highlighting Iraq's leadership in organizing the Hajj.
Hajj, one of the five foundations of the Islamic religion, attracts millions of Muslims each year to Mecca. Countries send official delegations to provide logistical and spiritual support. Iraq's constant recognition comes as the government works to demonstrate institutional recovery following years of tension.
The Hajj mission in Iraq said the prize represented a global recognition of the country's remarkable efforts and superior organization in serving pilgrims.
Coming from 171 countries, over 1.6 million Muslims conducted Hajj in 2025, with more than 1.5 million overseas pilgrims and 166,654 local participants.
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Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Hajj delegation has earned the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah's Diamond Tier of the Labaytom Award, the highest distinction for pilgrim services. Hajj delegations from Iraq, Turkey, and Malaysia received this year's prize, which rewards excellence in planning, healthcare, religious guidance, comfort, and overall organization for their performance during the pilgrimage season. The Iraqi pilgrimage delegation was recognized on Sunday for its organization and high-quality service. The mission previously achieved the award's highest tier in both 2023 and 2024, highlighting Iraq's leadership in organizing the Hajj. Hajj, one of the five foundations of the Islamic religion, attracts millions of Muslims each year to Mecca. Countries send official delegations to provide logistical and spiritual support. Iraq's constant recognition comes as the government works to demonstrate institutional recovery following years of tension. The Hajj mission in Iraq said the prize represented a global recognition of the country's remarkable efforts and superior organization in serving pilgrims. Coming from 171 countries, over 1.6 million Muslims conducted Hajj in 2025, with more than 1.5 million overseas pilgrims and 166,654 local participants.
