The annual hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, which is the largest since the start of the pandemic, is coming to an end. Over 1.8 million people are participating, with the majority being foreigners from 160 countries. The extreme heat, with temperatures reaching up to 48 degrees Celsius (118 Fahrenheit), has been a challenge for the worshippers. The stoning of the devil ritual took place in Mina, followed by the final tawaf in Mecca. The hajj is a major revenue source for Saudi Arabia, generating an estimated $12 billion per year.

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