Hajj Rift: Iran Calls Saudis ‘Murderers,’ Riyadh Accuses Tehran Of ‘Politicizing’ Event

Hajj Rift: Iran Calls Saudis ‘Murderers,’ Riyadh Accuses Tehran Of ‘Politicizing’ Event

Iran has slammed Saudi Arabia for poor management of the annual hajj pilgrimage, citing last year’s event that saw hundreds killed. Tehran suggested that Riyadh be replaced as curator, while the Saudis accuse Iran of “politicizing” the sacred tradition. “Because of Saudi rulers’ oppressive behavior towards God’s guests, the world of Islam must fundamentally reconsider…