Hajj Pilgrims Endure Soaring Heat During Symbolic Stoning of the Devil

Millions of Muslims from around the globe converged on Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the annual Hajj pilgrimage. This year's pilgrimage presented unique challenges due to extreme heat, with temperatures soaring to 45°C in Mina. The video from TRT World captures the scene, showing pilgrims using umbrellas to shield themselves from the sun as they perform the symbolic stoning of the devil, a crucial ritual of the Hajj. One pilgrim, speaking anonymously, stated, "The heat was intense, but our faith kept us going." The three-day ritual, a powerful symbol of the rejection of evil, concluded the annual journey. Despite the challenging conditions, the pilgrimage proceeded smoothly, underscoring the resilience and devotion of the millions participating.