More than 1,300 people died on Hajj pilgrimage, Saudi officials say
A statement said 83% of those who died were “unauthorised to perform Hajj” and “walked long distances under direct sunlight, without adequate shelter".
A statement said 83% of those who died were “unauthorised to perform Hajj” and “walked long distances under direct sunlight, without adequate shelter".
Several countries have begun confirming the deaths of their nationals as sweltering heat hits the annual religious journey attended by millions.
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