The Syrian Ministry of the Interior announced the closure of all crossings in front of the movement coming from Lebanon, including the Syrian citizens, as of midnight Monday, Damascus time, due to fears of the new Corona virus.
The Ministry stated, in a statement published yesterday night, "In line with the efforts and measures taken by the government aimed at confronting the" Corona virus, "the Ministry of Interior announces the closure of all crossings in front of the movement from the Lebanese Republic, including the Syrian citizens, as of midnight 3/23 / 2020 until further notice. "
The statement added that "excluding freight cars, with drivers being subjected to the necessary medical examinations in border centers."