Wildfires in southern Chile have burned 7,821 hectares, with the largest fires in Traiguen, Galvarino, and Padre Las Casas. Authorities report 27 active fire zones between the Biobío and Araucanía regions. President Gabriel Boric stated that personnel from various public institutions have been deployed to support local firefighting efforts. Fire suppression operations continue.
Around 1.8 million international pilgrims and 100,000 local worshippers performed key Hajj rituals in Saudi Arabia. After standing at Arafat on the 9th day of Dhul-Hijjah, pilgrims moved to Muzdalifah, then proceeded to Mina to stone the devil, sacrifice animals, and shave before removing their ihram. They completed the final rites with Tawaf and Sa’i in Mecca, officially earning the title of “Hajji.”