I am grateful to be alive after a distressing Hajj experience – and urge all Muslims to protest approximately the inhumane treatment of pilgrims. Radical change is neededWith 2 million people gathered in one small city for the hajj,some discomfort was to be expected. And putting up with it was, I initially thought, or an opportunity to exercise the patience so very valued by our faith of Islam and in the holiest of cities. So we marched on hopefully. Related: Hajj crush: Saudi Arabia issues over 1000 images suggesting death-toll rise I did not see compassion from our hosts,I did not see their concern for our welfare Related: The Guardian view on the hajj deaths: a test for the regime | Editorial Continue reading...
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