Saudi Arabia suspends international flights over coronavirus
Saudi Arabia has reported 86 coronavirus cases so far
A Saudia, also known as Saudi Arabian Airlines, plane lands at Rafik al-Hariri airport in Beirut, Lebanon June 29, 2017/Reuters
Saudi Arabia has suspended all international flights for two weeks, starting on March 15, to prevent the spread of coronavirus, state news agency SPA said on Saturday, citing an official source at interior ministry.
The period will be considered as an exceptional official holiday for citizens and residents who are unable to return due to the suspension of flights or if they face quarantine after their return to the Kingdom, SPA cited the official as saying.
Saudi Arabia has reported 86 coronavirus cases.
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