The Presidential Council decided to impose a curfew in all regions of Libya, from 6.00 pm to 6.00 as today, as part of efforts to prevent coronavirus infections, and stated that mosques, educational institutions, cafes, restaurants, social events’ halls, parks, clubs and shops will be closed, while wedding parties and the use of mass transportation are prohibited.

The decision excluded works of the sovereign, security, health, pharmacy, environmental, electricity, energy, communications, and cargo institutions. It also excluded food stores, bakeries and petrol stations. Government ministries, public authorities and institutions in the country are responsible for organizing their work schedules during the periods outside the curfew time.