Al Mayadeen English
The Hajj convoys have departed, while the people of Gaza now dream of reaching Mecca and fulfilling their pilgrimage, blocked by "Israel's" ruthless war and suffocating blockade on the Strip.
Hajj: Sacred journey of 2mln pilgrims
Imagine 2 million people from every corner of the earth, all dressed in white, united in one sacred purpose. This is Hajj, Islam's fifth pillar and most profound pilgrimage. Hajj will take place this year from June 4-9, 2025, which coincides with the 8th-13th of Dhul-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar. Here's what you need to know about this incredible journey.