Hajj

From Which Countries Most Hajj Pilgrims Come From 1

From Which Countries Most Hajj Pilgrims Come From

In 2023, nearly 1.8 million pilgrims performed the Hajj, approaching pre-pandemic levels. Indonesia issued the most non-domestic pilgrim visas at 229,000, followed by Pakistan and India. Saudi officials predict over two million pilgrims in 2024. In 2023, almost 1.8 million people performed the Hajj, almost back to pre-pandemic levels. Officials

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Deadly Heatwave Claims Over 1,000 Lives At This Year's Hajj 1

Deadly Heatwave Claims Over 1,000 Lives At This Year’s Hajj

Over 1,000 lives were lost in a deadly heatwave during this year’s Hajj, with a significant number being unregistered pilgrims, including 630 Egyptians. The pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia’s scorching Mecca saw temperatures peak at 51.8°C (125°F) this week, highlighting severe health risks. Over a thousand people have died during this

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