DERIK, Syria(North Press) – In cooperation with Kurdistan Region of Iraq, the management of Semalka border crossing in Derik intensified precautionary measures after the emergence of coronavirus in the cities of Qamishli and Hasakah. Moreover, the management imposed new measures on the continued movement of goods in the crossing.<\/p>\n
\nThe administrator of customs in Semalka border crossing Haval Khalil told North Press that they intensified the precautionary measures imposed on trading, forced drivers who come from the Kurdistan Region of Iraq to wear masks and gloves, and prevented them from coming in touch with others or forming groups in the crossing. <\/p>\n
\nHe added that "all trucks that enter the crossing are completely sterilized."<\/p>\n
\nA source from the crossing management said that movement in the crossing is completely stopped and no one is allowed to come to North and East Syria, while those who bear European nationalities and residencies are allowed to leave provided they carry a copy of a flight ticket and obtain Kurdistan region's approval.<\/p>\n
\nHe pointed out to that the entry of a funeral of someone who died of coronavirus to northeastern Syria is forbidden.<\/p>\n
\nThe Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria announced on Friday the complete closure of all crossings, and that any humanitarian case that enters to its areas will be sent to a 14-day quarantine.<\/p>\n
\n(Reported by Solnar Muhammad, edited by Lucas Chapman)<\/p>\n
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