Saudi Arabia has granted permission for those vaccinated with Russia’s Sputnik vaccine to enter the country, allowing Muslims to participate in religious pilgrimages, according to the vaccine’s developers.
“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has granted approval for entry of individuals vaccinated with the Russian Sputnik V vaccine starting from January 1, 2022,” the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), which financed the development of Sputnik V, said in a statement.