Saudi Arabia extends coronavirus curbs

Surge in cases and slow vaccination campaign force more restrictions

A closed-down food court at a mall in the Saudi capital Riyadh last week (Fayez Nureldine/AFP/Getty)

Saudi Arabia has extended restrictions imposed on gatherings, entertainment activities and dine-in restaurants by 20 more days to limit the spread of coronavirus. The measures were originally announced by the interior ministry ten days ago and they include