Muslims should avoid public gatherings and pray at home during Ramadan: Authorities

Published April 17, 2020 7:56pm ET



As the coronavirus pandemic continues, some of Islam’s holiest sites will be shuttered during Ramadan as authorities urge Muslims to pray at home.

The Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs announced Friday that the country’s highest religious authority is urging adherents to stay in their residences during their Taraweeh evening prayers and Eid prayers.

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