Iran government has banned its citizens from making pilgrimages to Mecca during the Muslim holy month, which starts in less than two weeks.

Iran to Ban Saudi Flights to Curb Swine Flu
By Elizabeth Arrott/09 August 2009
Iran is taking further steps to slow the spread of the H1N1 virus, canceling flights to Saudi Arabia before Ramadan. The government has already banned its citizens from making pilgrimages to Mecca during the Muslim holy month, which starts in less than two weeks.