New Zealand is battling its strongest winds in a decade, prompting states of emergency in Christchurch and other regions. Schools and flights were canceled in the capital Wellington, where wind speeds reached 87 km/h. Authorities issued a red weather alert and urged residents to stay indoors. Flooding and landslides hit Christchurch, while evacuations were ordered in low-lying areas of Selwyn due to rising rivers. Strong winds and rain are expected to continue into Friday.
Hundreds of thousands of Muslims visiting Saudi Arabia for Hajj are now arriving in Medina after completing the pilgrimage rituals in Mecca. Pilgrims travel 575 kilometers to Medina to offer prayers and visit the Prophet Muhammad’s tomb. Many perform 40 sunnah prayers at Al-Masjid an-Nabawi and visit sacred sites such as Rawda-i Mutahhara, Uhud Martyrs’ Cemetery, Baqi Cemetery, and Quba Mosque. Pilgrims greet the Prophet daily through the Babüsselam gate, following the hadith promising intercession for visitors to his grave. Departures from Medina will continue until July 10 for pilgrims from Türkiye.
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