According to the same source, 127 new recoveries were registered over the given period, bringing the total number of recovered Covid-19 patients to 1,565, while the number of fatalities rose to 177.

The suspected cases excluded following negative tests have reached 39,076, the source adds.

The ministry urges citizens to observe rules of hygiene, implement the precautionary measures issued by the public authorities, act with responsibility and show patriotism.