Donetsk, May 1 – DAN. DPR has extended protective measures to slow the spread of COVID-19 until May 13, the DPR Head Denis Pushilin's decree reads.

The mandatory self-isolation will be in place for people of 65+. Zero transport fees for certain categories remain cancelled. The majority of state inspections are suspended.

The decree empowers local authorities to introduce further limitations on the Head's request.

On March 14, the DPR went on high alert in connection with the threat of the coronavirus infection spread.

Latest reports said that there were more than 3 mln COVID-19 cases across the world; nearly 215,000 people have died. Out of the 213 affected countries, areas or territories the largest number of confirmed COVID-19 cases is recorded in the US, Spain and Italy. *ot