Indonesian Hajj Pilgrims Arrive in Makkah: Prioritizing Health and Rest Before Rituals
Indonesian Hajj pilgrims (SOC 44) have arrived in Makkah. Authorities are prioritizing rest over immediate ritual performance to ensure pilgrim health after a grueling journey, while managing crowd density at the Grand Mosque through flexible scheduling.
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