The move is seen as part of Ukraine's efforts to reinforce its army as soldiers struggle to hold positions against Russia
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz of Saudi Arabia, replaced the Haj minister on Friday.
Mohammad Benten was relieved from his post as Minister of Haj and Umrah, the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said, citing a royal decree.
He is replaced by Essam bin Saeed, who will retain his post as Minister of State.
The kingdom hosted the Haj pilgrimage in late July. Only up to 10,000 Muslim residents of Saudi Arabia itself were allowed to take part.
It is unclear how many pilgrims will be allowed for this year’s Haj.
According to the Okaz newspaper, only those who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 will likely be permitted this year.
It cited earlier this month a health ministry circular as saying that being vaccinated “will be one of the main conditions” for eligibility.
The move is seen as part of Ukraine's efforts to reinforce its army as soldiers struggle to hold positions against Russia
The Jamaican currently holds world records in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m with times of 9.58s, 19.19s and 36.84s respectively
Total property income posted year-on-year growth of 10% to $74m, highest value ever
All official donation channels however remain open through the outlets announced by government agencies
The Starlight Park is a four-building freehold community in Meydan
The 22-time major champion admits his farewell tour hasn't been as enjoyable as he would have hoped
Eating out, poor hand hygiene and erratic weather may be among causes, say medics
The goal-scoring striker is suffering from a muscle injury sustained during the Champions League quarter-final loss to Real Madrid