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Man Attempts Suicide At Masjid Al Haram, Jumps From Upper Floor

Source: Vanity Fair

In a startling incident, a man leaped from the upper floors of the revered Masjid Al Haram in Makkah. The security authority in Makkah confirmed the incident on Tuesday morning, stating that the individual was promptly transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention.

While the specifics of the event remain undisclosed, the Special Force for the Security of the Grand Mosque has launched an investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident. As per the official statement, the identity of the person has not been disclosed, leaving many questions unanswered.

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This unfortunate occurrence echoes a similar incident in 2017 when a Saudi man attempted self-immolation in front of the Kaaba, the sacred cubic structure at the heart of the mosque complex. Thankfully, swift intervention by security forces thwarted the attempt, underscoring the vigilance and dedication of those tasked with safeguarding the sanctity of the holy site.

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