Hajj Struggles Amid Inflation, Economic Crises, and Climate Change Challenges.
The Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia is being strained by global inflation and economic crises, making it more difficult for many Muslims to afford the trip. The increased costs of airlines, transportation, food, and accommodation in and around Mecca have made it too expensive for some, while economic crises in some countries have led to a decrease in the number of pilgrims. Despite this, some countries have a backlog of people eager to go on Hajj due to pandemic disruptions over the past three years.