Amid Rising Heat, Hajj Becomes Test of Endurance for Pilgrims and Saudi Arabia

Millions will make the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. The kingdom faces scrutiny over safety after more than 1,300 people died last year.

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As King Urges People Not to Kill Sheep for ‘Big Eid,’ Many Moroccans Feel Relief

With the country facing years of drought and economic strife, King Mohammed VI told people they could skip the traditional slaughter for the holy feast in June.

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