Nazri: Increased scrutiny on umrah pilgrims to ensure no IS terrorist links


NUSAJAYA: Malaysian umrah pilgrims will soon have to undergo strict scrutinising procedures before they could be allowed to perform the minor pilgrimage in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.

Tourism and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz said the move was deemed necessary in view of missing Malaysian umrah pilgrims.

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