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The Saudi Tourism Ministry intensified inspections in Makkah and Madinah during the last days of Ramadan, resulting in the closure of 33 hospitality facilities due to violations related to worker data. These actions aim to enforce compliance with labor and safety regulations amid the high influx of pilgrims, affecting local businesses and visitors in the holy cities. The closures highlight the ministry's efforts to maintain standards during a peak religious period.