MAKKAH (Web Desk): At least seven Pakistani pilgrims embraced martyrdom in Mina incident, SialNews learnt from media reports.
More than 220 pilgrims killed while 450 got injured in a stampede at Mina and seven pilgrims belonged to Pakistan.
Rescue operation is underway in which more than 4000 rescue personnel are taking part in operation.
According to Al Arabiya News, at least 220 pilgrims have died while at least 450 others were injured when a stampede broke out in the tent city of Mina today.
Saudi Arabia’s al-Ekhbariya television channel reported the casualty figures on Thursday, citing civil defense officials.
The report noted that the injured have been rushed to the hospitals, while the officials are moving the bodies out of Mina.
─ This is a developing story and will be updated accordingly.
