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On May 27, 2026, over 1.5 million Muslim pilgrims participated in the stoning ritual in Mina, Saudi Arabia, a significant part of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, commemorating the Prophet Ibrahim's resistance to the devil, while extensive security measures were in place to manage the large crowds gathered near Mecca. #Hajj #Pilgrimage #SaudiArabia

Saudi Arabia: More than 1.5 million pilgrims perform stoning ritual in Mina
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Despite concerns over the ongoing Iran conflict, more than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims have commenced the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, navigating extreme temperatures and expressing hopes for peace as they participate in one of Islam's most important rituals. #Hajj2023 #Pilgrimage #IranConflict

More than 1.5m foreign pilgrims begin Hajj despite Iran war fears