3rd phase of Umrah begins

ISLAMABAD: Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in cooperation with the concerned authorities, has begun implementing the third phase of the gradual resumption of performing Umrah and visiting from Sunday for Muslims belonging to foreign countries. As per details, the Saudi Arabia government has announced fresh measures for the Umrah pilgrimage, which was suspended for six months due to the Coronavirus outbreak,Radio Pakistan reported.

The barricade placed around the holy Kaaba and the holy Black Stone will remain in its place and visitors will be prevented from touching them.