Makhachkala was closed during the celebration of Eid al-Adha

Entry and exit from Makhachkala was closed from May 23 to 26 - during the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr. This was reported on the website of the city administration.

Also, on the indicated dates, traffic in the city will be limited (with the exception of ambulances and emergency services), food markets and fairs will be suspended from May 23 to May 25.

The message from the mayor's office of Makhachkala explains that such measures were taken "due to the worsening epidemiological situation in the city."

Updated. In Kaspiysk, Khasavyurt and Kizilyurt, a "hard mask and glove regime" was established for the period of Uraz-Bayram, reports RIA Novosti . Kizlyar is closed for entry and exit.

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