Saudi Arabia temporarily suspends entry to Umrah pilgrimage over coronavirus fears

Over the escalating fear of the deadly coronavirus, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia on Thursday issued a statement announcing the suspension of entry for individuals planning to visit the country for the purpose of 'Umrah' (Pilgrimage) or for visiting Prophet's mosque in Medina. Saudi Arabia Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a tweet said: "Entry to the country for the purpose of Umrah (pilgrimage) and/ or visiting the Prophet's mosque in Medina is temporarily suspended. 

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