Russia: Coronavirus cases exceed 650 thousand

Russia confirmed 6,556 new coronavirus infections Wednesday, bringing the country’s official number of cases to 654,405, Report says, citing RIA Novosti.

Over the past 24 hours, 216 people have died. The total figure reached 9,536 — a rate considerably lower than in many other countries hit hard by the pandemic.

So far, 422,931 people have gotten over the virus, with 10,281 recoveries in the last 24 hours.

Moscow lifted restrictions including compulsory travel passes on June 8, a move welcomed by residents who rushed out to enjoy the streets and parks.

Many other regions are lifting lockdown restrictions as Russia prepares to hold a July 1 national vote despite the pandemic.

President Vladimir Putin is seeking public backing for constitutional amendments that would allow him to stay on at the Kremlin beyond his current term.