Summary
- Over 1.5 million foreign pilgrims have arrived in Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage, with more expected.
- Saudi officials predict this year’s number of pilgrims will surpass 2023 levels, approaching pre-pandemic numbers.
- Palestinians from the West Bank are among the pilgrims, but those from Gaza were unable to travel due to conflict.
- Pilgrims will participate in rituals like circling the Kaaba and gathering pebbles for symbolic stoning.
