Pilgrimage of Peril: Hajj in the Shadow of War The annual Hajj pilgrimage has begun, with over 1. 5 million pilgrims from around the world converging on Saudi Arabia's holy cities amidst a backdrop of war concerns.
The sweltering heat is just one challenge facing these devout Muslims, who have been preparing for this momentous journey for years.
For many, the Hajj is a once in a lifetime experience, an opportunity to seek God's forgiveness and wash away past sins.