MECCA, Saudi Arabia – The recent Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia turned tragic as at least 1,301 people lost their lives, with many of the deceased being unregistered pilgrims who endured extreme heat and lack of shelter. The pilgrimage took place amidst a scorching heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 50C (122F). The Saudi Health Minister … Read more
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Following the tragic deaths of over 1,100 individuals during the Haj pilgrimage, a senior Saudi official defended the kingdom’s handling of the situation, emphasizing that the state did not fail in its management. The deaths, attributed to high heat and difficult weather conditions, brought attention to the risks involved in the … Read more
Mecca, Saudi Arabia – Over 1,000 individuals have tragically lost their lives while participating in the annual Muslim Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. An alarming statistic reported by various sources illustrates the devastating impact of the extreme heatwave gripping the region, with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit (49 degrees Celsius). The scorching conditions have resulted in … Read more
Mecca, Saudi Arabia – The annual Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, has been marred by tragedy as hundreds of pilgrims have lost their lives and thousands have suffered from heatstroke amid scorching temperatures exceeding 50°C. Reports indicate that 165 Indonesians, 41 Jordanians, 35 Tunisians, and 11 Iranians are among the deceased, with … Read more
Mecca, Saudi Arabia – A record-breaking heatwave has taken a deadly toll on Hajj pilgrims this year, with temperatures soaring above 50°C (122°F). Reports indicate that hundreds of pilgrims have succumbed to heatstroke, while thousands have required medical treatment in Saudi Arabia. Among the casualties are 165 Indonesians, 41 Jordanians, 35 Tunisians, and 11 Iranians, … Read more
Medina, Saudi Arabia – The recent tragic incident during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia has raised urgent concerns after at least 19 pilgrims perished due to extreme heat. With temperatures expected to remain dangerously high, authorities are on high alert to prevent further casualties. The pilgrimage, a significant annual event for Muslims, has been … Read more