109 pilgrims from Singapore depart for Haj amid Middle East tensions, COVID wave, rising heat

109 pilgrims have begun their journeys from Singapore to the Muslim holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia. Amid rising tensions in the Middle East, the recent surge in COVID-19 cases and the rising heat, they have been advised to take extra precautions to ensure a smooth and safe pilgrimage ahead. Rachel Teng reports.