Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister of Italy, Giuseppe Conte discussed the situation with the pandemic of coronavirus and steps in the battle against the spread of infection. About it informs the press service of the Kremlin.

The conversation took place on the initiative of the Russian side. It is noted that the leaders discussed in detail taken in both countries measures to combat coronavirus.

Putin in a telephone conversation with Conte expressed support to the leadership and people of Italy in connection with extremely severe epidemiological situation.

"The leaders agreed on close cooperation in the battle against the coronavirus. In response to the appeal of the Italian side, the Russian President confirmed the readiness to provide necessary assistance and outlined its real characteristics, " according to the report.

Moscow is going to put funds protection, mobile systems for disinfection and medical equipment to combat coronavirus. It is also expected to send to Italy teams of Russian experts.

"The supplies will be implemented through the Ministry of defence for operating the aircraft Air and space forces," - said the press service of the Kremlin.

The Prime Minister of Italy expressed its gratitude to Russia for assistance and support at such a difficult time.

first day it was announced that in Italy during the day, recorded a new record of deaths from the coronavirus and identified cases of infection. The number of victims increased by 793 and amounted to 4825 people.

during the day, recovered 943 patients, now there are 6062.

now the coronavirus infected more than 42 thousand per day increased by 4, 8 thousand people.

The total number of cases of infection, including the deceased and recovered exceeded 53 thousand.

The latest information on the situation of COVID-19 in Russia and the world presented on the portal stopmanager. Of the Russian Federation.



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