According to her, WHO receives daily data from Russia.

She noted that the number of cases of COVID-19 detected in Russia is decreasing.

"But the WHO recommendations remain the same ... it is very important not to relax ... So all measures must be followed, including the mask regime," Vujnovic said.

Earlier, the head of Chechnya, Ramzan Kadyrov, said that the mandatory wearing of masks in public places was canceled in the region.

Also, the head of Udmurtia, Alexander Brechalov, said that from February 12, the mask regime in the republic will be advisory in nature.

The head of Rospotrebnadzor Anna Popova said that "you need to wear masks, this requirement is not canceled and until it is canceled."