Many reports have circulated claiming that Mount Uhud in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is being removed, given the mountain’s historical and religious importance.
The Truth About the Removal of Mount Uhud
Many people have been asking whether Mount Uhud remains in its place or whether it is being relocated, following the recent spread of these rumours. The responsible authorities in the Kingdom have confirmed that such reports are false and baseless. Mount Uhud is one of the essential landmarks of Medina and is a site that cannot be removed, as it carries a distinct religious significance for Muslims who visit it from all over the world. The public is urged not to pay attention to false rumours and to verify the accuracy of any news being circulated.
Are There Compensation Payments Related to Demolitions at Mount Uhud?
No financial compensation has been determined at this time. Currently, required documents and information are being submitted by the relevant authorities in order to determine the compensation due to citizens. Once these compensations are finalised, an official announcement will be made.
Demolition Campaigns in Jeddah
Up to the present moment, the Kingdom has not announced any details regarding demolition operations in Jeddah. If any decisions are issued concerning the removal of any area, an official statement will be released. From time to time, rumours spread claiming that Mount Uhud is being demolished, a claim that has circulated for years, yet there is no truth to it. It is highly unlikely that the state would take any measures regarding such a mountain given its religious importance.
Mount Uhud: A Mount that the Prophet Loved
Mount Uhud is located 5 kilometres (3.1 miles) north of Madinah. Uhud has an attractive look. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) felt relieved on seeing it, and the people of Madinah also loved it very much.
Mount Uhud had a special place in the heart of the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). There were many hadiths reported regarding that.
`Abbas ibn Sahl reported from Abu Humayd, who said: We went out along with Allah’s Messenger (may peace and blessings be upon him) in the expedition of Tabuk. We proceeded until we reached the Valley of Al-Qur, and Allah’s Messenger (may peace and blessings be upon him) said, “I am going forth, so he among you who wants to move fast with me may do so; and he who likes to go slowly may do so.” We proceeded until Madinah was within our sight, and he said, “This is Uhud, the mountain which loves us and which we love.”
Qatadah reported from Anas ibn Malik (may Allah be pleased with him,) who said: Allah’s Messenger (may peace and blessings be upon him) said, “Uhud is a mountain which loves us and which we love.”
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