Swine flu fears will hit Hajj numbers, say Saudis

Fear of swine flu is expected to reduce the number of pilgrims attending this year's Hajj pilgrimage, a senior Saudi official says.

Gen Mansour al-Turki told the BBC that although the number of international visitors might not be affected, a 40% drop in domestic pilgrims was expected.

The BBC's Shahzeb Jillani says it is the first official recognition that fear of swine flu may affect the Hajj.

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