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Saudi receives first foreign hajj pilgrims since before pandemic

13 Sept 11:21 Key points summarised by AI

Saudi Arabia welcomed its first international Hajj pilgrims from Indonesia, marking the return of foreign visitors for the annual ritual after a two-year pandemic-induced hiatus.
The Hajj, a major religious gathering, was significantly restricted in 2020 and 2021, causing widespread disappointment among Muslims globally.
This year, the kingdom will permit one million vaccinated Muslims, both domestic and international, under 65 to participate in the Hajj in July, requiring a negative PCR test for overseas pilgrims.
Hosting the Hajj is crucial for Saudi Arabia's prestige and economy, historically generating around $12 billion annually.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.