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Hajj 2026: 1.5 million gather in Mecca despite threat of Iranian strikes
About 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims are performing the Hajj in Mecca as Saudi Arabia hosts the annual pilgrimage amid fears of renewed war with Iran and possible missile attacks, with many ignoring travel warnings and saying they are in the 'safest place in the world' 
News Agencies, ynet | 05.25.26
A Muslim pilgrim prays after casting a stone at a pillar symbolizing Satan, amidextremely hot weather, during the annual hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia,
Hajj pilgrims suffer heat stroke, death from searing heat in Saudi Arabia
Stampedes, tent fires and other accidents have caused hundreds of deaths during Hajj in the past 30 year, but now the kingdom must protect pilgrims from the extreme heat; More than 2,700 pilgrims have been treated for heat related illness so far
Reuters | 06.18.24
הצלמית וחלוקי אבני קוורץ צבעוניות
Hajj pilgrims performed mystic rituals on Eilat's mountains centuries ago
They came a long way: While traveling to Mecca from Egypt, pilgrims would request assistance from local mages on Eilat's mountains; A new study shows miniature altars, stone statues of naked women and goddesses, as well as colorful quartz pebbles
Ynet | 09.11.23
המוני המתפללים במכה
Hajj is bin Salman's time to shine
Opinion: With some 2 million Muslims expected to arrive in Saudi Arabia for holy pilgrimage, all eyes set on Saudi crown prince to showcase his leadership, and make sure everything goes smoothly
Smadar Perry | 06.28.23
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