Saudi Arabia: Mosque closed after imam tests positive for COVID-19

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs office in Jazan temporarily closed the Budaiya Mosque in Abu Arish governorate after it was confirmed that the imam tested positive for COVID-19.

Field teams undertook preventive and precautionary measures, including sterilization operations and comprehensive maintenance, in preparation for reopening the mosque and receiving worshippers.

The ministry noted the keenness of worshippers and their active role in reporting mosques that did not comply with health and safety instructions.

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