This is reported by RIA Novosti with reference to the defense department. 

“Today at the National Center for Defense Management of Russia in a video conferencing mode, a meeting of the Board of the Russian Ministry of Defense will be held,” the ministry said.

The meeting participants will also discuss issues related to the provision of assistance to Serbia and Italy by military experts from Russia, and the construction of multifunctional medical centers. 

In addition, special attention will be paid to the spring draft of citizens for military service, which started on April 1. According to the Ministry of Defense, progress will also be discussed on the implementation of the plans of the Central Military District and the Airborne Forces. 

Earlier, the number of Russian troops with confirmed coronavirus increased to 960.