Shafaq News / The security authorities in Basra, the southernmost part of Iraq, decided on Saturday to close public stores in the province as a precaution to prevent the spread of Corona virus.

The authorities made the appeal in accordance with Diwaniya order issued for 55 No of 2020 from the Ministry of Health, as it was decided to close public areas such as cinemas, cafes, clubs and various social forums for the period from February 27 to March 7.

According to the appeal, the decision will be implemented at 6 a.m., Saturday, 2/29/2020.