Hajj & Umrah Updates: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs says guests from 104 countries under the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Programme have departed after Haj and visits to Prophet’s Mosque, using Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah with “security and tranquility.” Archaeology & Heritage: Diriyah excavations in Al-Qassim uncovered the “Diriyah Treasure,” a ceramic jar packed with 100+ Abbasid-era gold, silver and gemstone jewellery, found along an old medieval Hajj route linking Basra to Mecca. Aviation & Connectivity: Air India and Riyadh Air signed an MoU to build seamless travel between India and Saudi Arabia via interline and codeshare links (subject to approvals), aiming to boost tourism and family visits. World Cup Travel Buzz: Reports say Saudi supporters in the U.S. may get complimentary tickets for Saudi matches amid broader World Cup ticketing scrutiny. Pilgrimage Logistics: Sierra Leonean diaspora pilgrims from the U.S. began departing Makkah by bus to Jeddah’s Hajj Terminal after completing Haj rites, with more batches expected.