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Virus cases top 32,000 in Russia, ''difficult weeks'' ahead
Russia's coronavirus cases have surpassed 32,000, with a record 4,070 new infections reported in the last 24 hours, as officials anticipate difficult weeks ahead with the peak expected in two to three weeks.
More than half of the new cases were recorded in Moscow and its surrounding region, contributing to the national total of 273 deaths.
Despite a lockdown in place since late March, Moscow officials have noted non-compliance with confinement rules.
To enforce restrictions, Moscow has implemented a digital permit system for those traveling by car or public transport.
Russia has conducted over 1.7 million COVID-19 tests, although concerns have been raised regarding their accuracy.
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