A Libyan pilgrim passed away in the holy city of Makkah while performing the sacred Hajj pilgrimage, according to an official announcement made by the Libyan Government of National Unity on Saturday.
The deceased, identified as Mohamed Saleh Al-Forti, was 63 years old and part of the Hay Al-Andalus Hajj coordination group. The Libyan Hajj Mission confirmed that he died as a result of heart muscle weakness while on pilgrimage in the holy lands. His death was met with deep condolences from the Libyan authorities and fellow pilgrims, who expressed sorrow over the loss during this spiritually significant journey.
Libya’s General Authority for Hajj and Umrah had previously announced the completion of all preparations for Libyan pilgrims, especially for the stay at Mount Arafat.
The facilities included climate-controlled tents for rest and overnight stays, shaded areas for relaxation between rituals, mobile medical clinics, rapid response transport for urgent health cases, and fully equipped sanitation services.
These arrangements aimed to provide comfort, safety, and health support throughout the intense and physically demanding days of Hajj.
Meanwhile, the Emergency Medicine and Support Center reported that medical services have been provided to 646 Libyan pilgrims so far. Its clinics, stationed across the holy sites, continue to operate throughout the pilgrimage, addressing both routine and emergency medical needs to ensure the well-being of all participants.
The Libyan Hajj Mission extended heartfelt sympathies to Al-Forti’s family and prayed for mercy upon his soul. His passing serves as a solemn reminder of the spiritual weight and physical challenge of the pilgrimage, a journey that, for many, marks the culmination of a lifetime of faith and devotion.
