MBS Visits Grand Mosque in Makkah, Briefed on Expansion Project

Published February 12th, 2019 - 08:30 GMT
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited the Grand Mosque in Makkah (Twitter)
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited the Grand Mosque in Makkah (Twitter)

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been photographed during a visit to the Grand Mosque in Makkah where he was briefed on the current expansion project aimed at expanding the area for Muslims to pray.

During his visit he took a moment to pray. He also entered the Kaaba and kissed the Black Stone, while worshippers watched.

The Crown Prince had met with government ministers prior to his visit to the holy site, and he was briefed on the ongoing works.

 

This article has been adapted from its original source.

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