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Pilgrims kick off hajj as war's trajectory hangs in the balance

Over 1.5 million Muslims have converged in Mecca for the annual hajj pilgrimage. This significant religious event unfolds against a backdrop of regional conflict and hopes for peace. Pilgrims from across the globe are participating, with Saudi Arabia enhancing security measures. The hajj rituals are underway, drawing worshippers to holy sites despite geopolitical tensions and high temperatures.

25 May 2026 12:13 pm