Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia bans family gatherings, crowds of more than 5 people

Saudi Arabia has banned gatherings and crowds of more than five people under new regulations issued by the Kingdom to curb the coronavirus outbreak, the Ministry of Interior said on Thursday, according to Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

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Gatherings that include more than one family and individuals who are not members of the same family are prohibited, the report said.

Individuals are not allowed to congregate in malls or retails stores, the ministry added.

The new regulations, which will be enforced by a newly-formed police unit, are part of efforts to ensure people follow social distancing measures.

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