Area Brief

30 th April, 2002

Russia

Coronavirus cases in Russia reaches 1 lac. 1 It is now the eighth most affected country.

conditions of lockdown are not strict. Putin has announced to begin “phased exit” within
two weeks. He also ordered officials to develop a new "package of urgent measures to
support the economy." While the country's industry has mobilized to manufacture more
medical equipment and protective gear, shortages persist, Putin said.

However, commentators and analysts doubt the number of covid-19 cases in Russia.

A controversial constitutional amendment was in progress before pandemic broke out in

Russia. According to the amendment, Putin would be able to rule till 2036. Russia’s
Duma had approved it, and the supreme court of Russia also. A public referendum was
due that Putin delayed due to outbreak of pandemic.

European countries are easing lockdown.

Sweden adopted a unique approach.

around 1 lac deaths have been confirmed.

Italy

The coronavirus curve has flattened and the lockdown conditions have been eased.

Spain

the death toll is still rising in S

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https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2020/04/29/russias-coronavirus-cases-near-100k-in-latest-one-day-jump-
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