Saudi Arabia not hosting international pilgrims for Hajj due to Coronavirus

Saudi Arabia has placed a ban on  international visitors from making the Islamic pilgrimage, or Hajj this year due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

This was announced in a statement by the authorities, that the pilgrimage, which is set to begin at the end of July, will be "very limited" in size and restricted to Saudi residents only.

 

"This decision is taken to ensure Hajj is performed in a safe manner from a public health perspective while observing all preventative measures and the necessary social distancing protocols to protect human beings from the risks associated with this pandemic and in accordance with the teachings of Islam in preserving the lives of human beings," the statement said.

 Several countries including Indonesia, Malaysia, Senegal, and Singapore have already withdrawn from the pilgrimage due to the ongoing Pandemic. 

 

As we all know, The hajj is one of Islam's most important religious activities which also serves as a major source of revenue for Saudi Arabia as it attracts millions of people from all over the world annually. 

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