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Saudi security officials showcase AI-enabled drone at Hajj conference
Saudi General Security showcased a security drone at the Ministry of Interior pavilion during the Hajj Conference and Exhibition.
The drone has a high-definition camera and AI that can recognize moving objects.
It also has night vision and sends images live to an operations room.
Hajj is the annual Muslim pilgrimage, and the drone was used during the Hajj season.
Officials say it helps monitor and catch people breaking Hajj rules and instructions.
They say better field monitoring can help protect pilgrims and support them in completing their rituals safely.
Saudi General Security showcased an AI-enabled drone at the Ministry of Interior pavilion at the Hajj Conference and Exhibition.
The drone has a high-definition camera, technology to recognize moving objects and night vision.
It can transmit images and field footage in real time to an operations room.
The drone was used during the Hajj season to monitor and control violations of Hajj regulations.
Officials said the technology supports field monitoring and the safety of Hajj pilgrims.
- Who
- Saudi General Security.
- What
- It showcased a drone equipped with artificial intelligence, night vision and a high-definition camera.
- When
- It was showcased at the Hajj Conference and Exhibition. The article was published on 9 November 2026.
- Where
- At the Ministry of Interior pavilion at the Hajj Conference and Exhibition; the conference location is not stated.
- Why
- The drone is used to monitor and control violations of Hajj regulations and support the safety of pilgrims.
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The drone was used to monitor and control violations of Hajj regulations.
General Security showcased the drone at the Ministry of Interior pavilion.
- Agency
- Saudi General Security
- Camera
- High-definition
- Live connection
- Direct link to an operations room
- Capabilities
- AI recognition of moving objects and night vision
- Use
- Monitoring and controlling violations of Hajj regulations during the Hajj season
What people are saying
The drone is considered one of the modern security technologies used during the Hajj season