Hundreds died on pilgrimage to Mecca [NEWS OF THE DAY, 21/06/2024]

🇸🇦 Up to a thousand people could have died during the hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia.
Most of the victims died as a result of high temperatures. The temperature in Saudi Arabia is now 51 degrees.
The pilgrimage to Mecca is an obligation for every Muslim. Many people save for such a trip throughout their lives.
Most of those killed were walking to Mecca without purchasing an expensive license, meaning they had no shelter or air conditioning.
Author: Wojciech Cegielski (Polish Radio)
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