This is stated on the website of the city administration.

"The head of the city also said that the authorities of St. Petersburg will be forced to introduce new restrictions corresponding to the real epidemic situation and the tasks facing the Northern capital," the message says.

It is noted that Beglov also ordered to strengthen the disinfection of public transport, transport hubs and other places of mass gathering of citizens.

On June 12, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin announced the introduction of new restrictive measures in connection with the spread of coronavirus infection in the capital.

The restrictions will affect the operation of shopping centers, cafes, restaurants and city parks.

In addition, he extended the weekend in Moscow until June 19.

Sobyanin also said that thousands of beds will be re-profiled in Moscow hospitals to accommodate the increased flow of coronavirus patients.