Saudi Arabia to open Prophet’s Mosque to public in stages from Sunday

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Saudi Arabia has announced that Masjid-i-Nabawi or the Prophet's Mosque in Madina will gradually open to the public starting from Sunday (May 31), Arab News reported, as part of the kingdom's phased plan to ease coronavirus restrictions.

Worshippers will be able to enter the mosque for congregational prayers, with a limit of 40 per cent capacity, starting from Fajr prayers on Sunday, state-run Saudia TV reported.

The government has implemented several precautionary measures for the safety of worshippers, who will be required to follow guidelines such as wearing masks and practicing social distancing during group prayers, according to Al Arabiya.

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