Saudi citizen 'punished' for driving Israeli journo to Mecca; Arrested for help

Published on Jul 22, 2022 06:19 pm IST

A Saudi citizen who drove Israeli journalist Gil Tamary into Mecca recently has been arrested. As per Saudi state media, legal measures are being taken against the Muslim driver. Police added that the case of the journalist has been referred to the Public Prosecution as well to take "necessary procedures against him." Tamary, a reporter for Channel 13, sparked outrage from Muslims and Jews after he entered Mecca and filmed a report within the Muslim holy city as millions of Muslims from around the world conducted the Hajj (pilgrimage) to the city. Non-Muslims are completely prohibited from entering the city of Mecca and are largely banned from the city of Medina. Watch this video for more details.

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