In a tragic turn of events during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, at least 14 Jordanian pilgrims have lost their lives, with another 17 unaccounted for. The Jordanian foreign ministry is actively coordinating with Saudi authorities to manage burials and support grieving families.
The incident follows reports of pilgrims succumbing to heatstroke amid scorching temperatures reaching 48C (118F). Medical teams are on-site providing urgent care to those affected, and measures are being taken to prevent further heat-related illnesses.
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