The Yemeni Ministry of Transportation has accused the Houthi rebels of holding over 1300 Yemeni pilgrims hostage in Jeddah and Mecca, citing the group's seizure of Yemenia Airlines planes. The ministry issued a statement on Wednesday, June 26, condemning the Houthi's actions as a "bla...
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced on Sunday, June 23, 2024, the final death toll for this year's Hajj pilgrimage (1445 AH), reporting 1,301 fatalities. The Ministry of Health also highlighted the extensive healthcare services provided to pilgrims throughout the season. According to the ...
The governments of Jordan, Egypt, and Tunisia have issued official statements confirming that the deceased and missing pilgrims from their respective countries were not part of their official Hajj missions. Some individuals entered the Kingdom irregularly, while others traveled independently. S...
A scorching heatwave has claimed the lives of 164 pilgrims during this year's Hajj season, with some succumbing to heatstroke, according to Reuters. Saudi television reported that pilgrims performed the Hajj rituals under extreme temperatures, leading to fatalities. Temperatures in Mecca reach...