In its further efforts to curb the COVID-19 pandemic, the UN-backed Libyan government on Wednesday extended the country’s 8pm to 6am curfew for another 10 days starting from June, 27.

Moreover, a 24-hour curfew will be imposed every Friday and Saturday.

The Tripoli government also stressed that a total curfew in the southern region and a ban on travel between cities will be implemented as well.

Mosques and malls, in addition to other stores that do not provide essential services, such as clothing, shoes, cafes, and restaurants will remain closed, as well as all religious, national, and social gatherings and events, according to the new order.