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The Ministry of Health confirmed 109 new cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), which were detected over the past 24 hours, bringing the overall number of infected people to 665. The ministry’s official spokesperson Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad said that   20 patients are at intensive care wards, including seven in critical condition, adding that a total of 561 infected people are still receiving treatment. Meanwhile, 911 people were discharged from their non-residential quarantine. Minister of Health Dr. Basel Al-Sabah earlier said that that four patients had recovered, bringing the overall number to  103 recoveries.

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received a telephone call today from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and reviewed with him historical bilateral relations of friendship and cooperation and ways of bolstering them. HM the King lauded distinguished ties binding both countries, describing them as strategic, deep-rooted and based on common interests as well as mutual respect and understanding. He praised the pivotal role of India at the regional and international levels and its constructive contribution to maintaining international peace, security, and stability. HM the King and the Indian Premier discussed ways of boosting cooperation in combating the…

Bahrain tested a total of 47684 until now. There are 294 active cases. These include 290 stable cases and 4 critical cases. 458 people have been discharged. Only 4 death has been reported until now. Read more about the fourth death – Click Here Read more about the third death – Click Here Read more about the second death – Click Here

President Donald Trump and members of his administration are growing emphatic in promoting an anti-malaria drug not yet officially approved for fighting COVID-19, even though scientists say more testing is needed before it’s proven safe and effective against the virus, the Associated Press (AP) reported. Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro promoted the drug, hydroxychloroquine, in television interviews Monday, a day after Trump publicly put his faith in the drug to lessen the toll of the coronavirus pandemic. “What do I know, I’m not a doctor,” Trump told reporters Sunday. “But I have common sense.” The administration’s promotion of the drug comes after…

The UAE Government today held a regular media briefing in Abu Dhabi on the COVID-19 crisis in the country. Dr. Farida Al Hosani, the official spokesperson of the UAE health sector, announced that 277 new cases of coronavirus were detected by testing people exposed to previously recorded cases, adding that the total number of coronavirus cases in the UAE stood at 2,076. Dr. Al Hosani pointed out that the recorded cases were from different nationalities and were all stable and receiving the necessary healthcare. She noted that the increase in the number of cases was a result of individuals’ lack…

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched a virtual assistance service “Ask MOFA” which is a new channel to provide electronic services using artificial intelligence technology to communicate and interact around the clock throughout the entire week with citizens and residents to answer their questions and inquiries regarding all services provided by the ministry and the diplomatic missions abroad. This e-service will provide inquirers with immediate support through common inquiries and frequently asked questions, while also helping them to activate a live chat if needed in order to provide efficient and high-quality services. The service was launched through the Ministry of…

Residents and citizens looking to take their dog for a walk during Dubai’s 24-hour national sanitation program can apply for a permit through the emirate’s new website, multiple users reported. On Saturday, Dubai extended its previous nighttime curfew to all day and night for two weeks, subject to renewal, as authorities step up lockdown measures to combat the spread of the coronavirus, officially known as COVID-19. The UAE Ministry of Health has advised that everyone should wear a mask when in public for safety, and to practice good social distancing measures to control the spread of the virus. Individuals who work in vital sectors…

Media Spokesperson of Riyadh Police Lieutenant Colonel Shaker bin Sulaiman Al-Tuwaijri announced today the capture of a citizen who has defamed police authority in general and a policeman, in particular, who was stampeded to death following a run-over incident last Friday. Lt. Col. Al-Tuwaijri said the arrestee was found to have circulated on the social media insulting drawings and comments to security men of the country. He was apprehended, and legal procedures were taken against him to refer him to general prosecution, he added.

The Sultanate is experiencing a significant drop in blood donations amid the coronavirus pandemic due to the fear of infection, said Dr. Zainab bint Salim Al Fanna al-Araimi,  Director of Blood Banks Services at the Ministry of Health. However, She assured that the banks are taking all the necessary measures to protect donors. To avoid any decrease in blood unit stocks, the department coordinated with a number of authorities to organize urgent campaigns in addition to liaising with donors and volunteers to donate at the blood banks. This was carried out by determining the number of donors each time. Moreover, the…

Banks will focus more on preserving asset-quality indicators than generating new business. Conventional and Islamic banks in the GCC countries will see a drop in revenue and credit growth in 2020, according to S&P Global Ratings. The sharp drop in oil prices and measures implemented by regional governments to contain transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19) will take a toll on sectors such as real estate, hospitality, the rating agency said in a new report. “Under our base-case scenario, we assume that these measures will be relatively short-lived and forecast a gradual recovery in non-oil activity from third-quarter 2020. However, severe…