Makkah, May 9, 2021, SPA -- Emanating from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's constant keenness to enable visitors of the Grand Holy Mosque and the Prophet's Holy Mosque to perform Hajj and Umrah rituals, as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia prioritizes the health and safety of humankind: The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah announced the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's intention to hold Hajj ritual for this year 1442 AH, in a manner that ensures preserving the health and safety of pilgrims, in accordance with the health, security and regulatory controls and standards, so that pilgrims can perform their rituals easily and in a safe environment. The Ministry affirmed that the health authorities in Saudi Arabia are continuing to assess conditions and take all measures to ensure preserving human health, pointing out that the details of the controls and operational plans for this year's Hajj will be announced later. --SPA 16:31 LOCAL TIME 13:31 GMT 0019 www.spa.gov.sa/w1555885