VIDEO: Saudi father beams with pride as daughter returns from Hajj volunteer duty

A touching scene of pride and gratitude unfolded as a father welcomed his daughter home after she returned from volunteering during the Hajj season in Saudi Arabia.

The emotional reunion reflected not only a father's happiness at seeing his daughter again but also his pride in her dedication to serving pilgrims during one of the world's largest annual gatherings.

Throughout the Hajj pilgrimage, the young woman volunteered her time and effort to assist pilgrims, helping them navigate the challenges of the sacred journey and ensuring they received the support they needed.

Her commitment to serving the guests of God earned admiration from those around her and brought immense pride to her family.

As she arrived home, her father greeted her warmly, celebrating her safe return and the noble work she had carried out. Family members and well-wishers praised her selfless contribution, offering prayers for her continued success and blessings.

"We are proud of our sister. May God reward her abundantly and bless her father and family for supporting her efforts in serving the pilgrims," supporters said.

Thousands of Muslims began to leave the holy city of Mecca on Friday after having completed the Hajj pilgrimage in scorching heat and despite the shadow of war across the Middle East.

This year more than 1.7 million people from 165 countries took part in one of the world's largest religious gatherings, against the backdrop of the conflict sparked by US-Israeli strikes on Iran.