Saudi closes eight more mosques

Saudi closes eight more mosques

Eight more mosques in Saudi Arabia were temporarily shut after worshipers tested positive for coronavirus, bringing the total number of mosques closed over the past five days to 52.In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency, Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance said that out of the total 52 mosques, 38 have been reopened after sterilizing them and taking all required measures to ensure the health and safety of worshipers.Comments Read Next3 hours agoPakistan to vaccinate 70% of target population this year4 hours agoSaudi announces 353 new coronavirus cases7 hours agoJapan receives first batch of COVID-19 vaccine13 hours agoSaudi: Markets, malls to remain open until COVID measures are followed13 hours agoBahrain: 15 suspects jailed for coronavirus violations15 hours agoBahrain reports 812 new coronavirus cases, 2 deaths1 day agoOman continues land border closure2 days agoDubai requires 10-day quarantine for COVID-19 close contacts2 days agoPhilippines to receive 600,000 doses of Sinovac this month2 days agoOman: 50% capacity allowed in restaurants, commercial centres