Saudi Arabia's King Salman has approved an extension of the kingdom's curfew until further notice.
That's according to the state news agency (SPA), which added that the move is aimed to combat the spread of the novel coronavirus.
The order was issued just before the 21-day curfew measure, which started on March 23, expired at midnight Saturday.
Last week, Riyadh and other big cities were placed under a 24-hour curfew.
So far, the country has more than 4,000 positive cases and 52 deaths.
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Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai to be sentenced on February 9
Hong Kong media tycoon and democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai will be sentenced on February 9, the city's judiciary said on Friday, in a closely watched national security trial that has drawn international criticism.
More storms coming as Leonardo swells rivers in Spain and Portugal
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Danone recalls more infant formula in Europe
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UN chief calls New START treaty expiration 'grave moment'
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The UAE State Security Department has launched a new service allowing members of the public to report security concerns directly to authorities.
The Saqr Humanitarian Ship has arrived at Egypt’s Al Arish Port, carrying more than 4,000 tonnes of aid for the people of Gaza.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Abu Dhabi to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
