Saudi Arabia goes on lockdown over coronavirus fears.

RIYADH -- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has announced to lockdown the country on Thursday, as precautionary measures to combat the rising epidemic of coronavirus. As per details, all airlines have been informed of the decision, under which Umrah pilgrims and those on visit visas have been instructed to leave Saudi Arabia within 72 hours. Meanwhile, the Pakistan International Airline (PIA) has initiated measures to bring back the citizens of Pakistan. The national carrier informed that additional flight schedules to be announced soon. Whereas, additional flights will be used to facilitate Pakistani citizens, informed

PIA. Earlier, Saudi Arabia announced to suspend its flights with Pakistan and several other countries. Currently, Saudi Arabia has 45 coronavirus cases. The kingdom has...

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