It is narrated from Sayyiduna Jabir (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Harshness of hearts and oppression are found among the people of the East, and faith and gentleness are among the people of Hijaz."
Hadith Referenceمسند احمد / مسند المكثرين من الصحابة / 14715
Hadith Gradingحکم دارالسلام:حديث صحيح، م: 53، وهذا إسناد ضعيف، أبن لهيعة سيئ الحفظ ، وهو متابع.