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Wego reports that Saudi Arabia has announced a measure by extending a six-month residency permit to Umrah pilgrims stranded in the southern governorates. This decision offers solace and support to those facing challenges, allowing them a temporary residence from the Kingdom until they can return to their homeland.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates// appreciates #Saudi_Arabia's decision to grant a six-month residency permit to stranded Umrah pilgrims from the southern governorates 🇸🇦 🇵🇸 @KSAMOFA #Gaza_under_attack#CeasefireNow#Palestine#Israeliwarcrimes pic.twitter.com/588fJ5wgB1
— State of Palestine – MFA 🇵🇸🇵🇸 (@pmofa) February 25, 2024