Coronavirus: Muslims in Saudi Arabia begin scaled-back hajj
By DW
31 July 2020 |
1:43 pm
Only a small number of faithful are taking part in this year's hajj, usually one of the biggest religious gatherings in the world. Authorities have dramatically downsized the pilgrimage to prevent fresh virus outbreaks.
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