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Over 1,000 Dead in Extreme Heatwave During Hajj Pilgrimage in Mecca
In a tragic turn of events during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, over 1,000 participants have succumbed to the extreme temperatures, which have soared above 52°C (125.6°F). The annual pilgrimage, a sacred duty for Muslims who are physically and financially able, has been marred by the scorching heat, affecting the health and safety of…