Over 1.5 million pilgrims begin Hajj amid regional tensions
Summary
More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia to perform the annual Hajj pilgrimage, an important religious event in Islam. This year’s Hajj takes place amid regional tensions, including a fragile ceasefire related to the Iran conflict and ongoing global energy concerns.Key Facts
- The Hajj pilgrimage has started in Saudi Arabia with over 1.5 million pilgrims arriving from abroad.
- Hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam and must be done at least once by Muslims who are able.
- Pilgrims perform rituals such as circling the Kaaba in the Grand Mosque and later moving to the tent city of Mina.
- The weather is very hot, and volunteers provide water and misting fans to help pilgrims cope.
- Many pilgrims find Hajj physically hard but spiritually meaningful and life-changing.
- The pilgrimage happens while the US, Iran, and regional countries discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz to ease an energy crisis.
- On Tuesday, pilgrims will gather at the plain of Arafat for important prayers and spiritual reflection.
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