By Salwa Abuljadayel

Saudi Gazette

MAKKAH — The Ministry of Health said on Sunday that no COVID-19 cases have so far been recorded among Hajj pilgrims.

Dr. Muhammad Al-Abdulaaly, the official spokesman of the Ministry of Health, assured the public that the Hajj pilgrims are coronavirus-free and in great condition.

Al-Abdulaaly revealed during a press conference that a total of 13 hospitals have been earmarked for this year’s Hajj.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Interior spokesman Lt. Col. Talal Al-Shalhoub stated that strict security measures have been put in place to ensure the safety of the pilgrims.

“All pilgrims have arrived in Mina and will head to Arafat in buses after Fajr prayers on Monday,” Al-Shalhoub added.