The haj and events surrounding it have been marred by accidents and tragedies, such as Thursday’s stampede near Makkah.
Every year, millions of Muslims converge on the Saudi holy cities of
Makkah and Medina for the annual haj pilgrimage, with the massive
ceremonies representing a major security and logistical challenge for
the kingdom’s authorities.
On occasion, the haj and events surrounding it have been marred by
accidents and tragedies, such as Thursday’s stampede near Makkah that
killed at least 310 people.
Here are some of the major haj-related incidents in Saudi Arabia.
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