"There is no need to expect methodological instructions from the head of state, because all methodological instructions and explanations must be given, it must be given by the headquarters, the government, the cabinet of ministers," Peskov said.

He stressed that Putin makes "framework, conceptual decisions."

Earlier, the head of Rospotrebnadzor Anna Popova said that, in her opinion, the existing measures to combat coronavirus are not enough.

Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova suggested asking the president to declare non-working days in the country from October 30 to November 7.

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin supported this initiative.