Official Asserts ‘No State Failure’ in Saudi Arabia Despite Tragic Deaths at Hajj Pilgrimage
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Following a tragic incident during the hajj pilgrimage in Mecca that resulted in the deaths of hundreds, a Saudi official has defended the response of the state, asserting that the government did not fail in its duties. The incident, which occurred amidst one of Islam’s most sacred rites, has drawn significant international attention and scrutiny. The official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, emphasized that the Saudi authorities had implemented …