WION Gravitas: The politics of pilgrimage
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Sep 04, 2017, 24:53 IST | Updated: Sep 04, 2017, 24:53 IST
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Millions of muslims from around the world arrive in Saudi Arabia for the start of the annual hajj pilgrimage this week.
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