The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance in Saudi Arabia has issued new directives ahead of the month of Ramadan, banning the use of cameras in mosques to film the imam and worshippers during prayers, including the Taraweeh prayers. The ministry also prohibited the transmission or broadcasting of prayers through any media platforms, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).  The ministry emphasised the importance of imams and preachers adhering to these guidelines and directed worshippers to maintain proper decorum and religious etiquette within the mosques. These measures aim to preserve the sanctity of mosques and the atmosphere of worship, ensuring that no disturbances affect the congregants. These instructions come as part of the Ministry’s commitment to providing an environment conducive to worship, ensuring the safety of worshippers, and guaranteeing the performance of religious rites in a spiritually serene and respectful setting. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs typically issues such guidance ahead of Ramadan each year to regulate religious activities in mosques and create a suitable environment for worshippers. Sheikh Dr Abdulrahman Al Sudais, Head of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, stressed the ministry’s commitment to providing high-quality services and programmes during Ramadan. He […]