Over 1.5 million foreign pilgrims have arrived in Mecca for this year's Hajj, exceeding last year's numbers, despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The significant turnout highlights the religious importance of the pilgrimage.

Despite the war in the Middle East, foreign pilgrims have flocked to Mecca to participate in this year’s hajj. According to officials, more than 1.5 million have already arrived in Saudi Arabia, surpassing last year’s numbers.