Event Brief
West pilgrims head to hajj despite Middle East war
Filed: May 24, 2026 at 1:04 PM ET
Summary: Pilgrims from the West traveled to perform hajj despite fears tied to the war against Iran.
WHO: Pilgrims from the West
WHAT: They flocked to perform the hajj pilgrimage.
WHEN: May 24, 2026 at 1:27 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: They prioritized the chance to perform the Muslim rite despite fears of instability from the war against Iran.
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