The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Abdullah says people can offer Taraweeh and Eid prayers in their homes in case of the precautionary measures taken by the authorities to combat coronavirus.

He expressed his opinion in response to a query by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs with regard to Taraweeh prayers in the holy month of Ramadan in light of the prevailing coronavirus situation.

With regard to Eid prayer,he said if the prevailing situation continues and it’s not possible to hold it in open prayer areas and special mosques, the prayer can be offered at home not to be followed by sermon.