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Saudi Arabia: New rules for western pilgrims, who now have to apply for a place in a Hajj 'lottery'

Saudi Arabia has introduced new rules for western pilgrims, who now have to apply to secure a place for Hajj through a 'lottery' and book their flights and accommodation through a Saudi government website.
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