“I call on people to remain patient at home. I know it is hard because some have been quarantined at their homes and become bored, but we will pass this situation,” said Barzani during a press conference.

“The Kurdistan Region Government took the health measures as soon as possible to prevent coronavirus from further spreading and protecting public was the only purpose of them,” he said, adding his thanks for those who adhered to the KRG and health ministry’s instructions.

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