Daily coronavirus cases in Russia remained above 6,000 for the 12th consecutive day, authorities said on Tuesday.
The emergency task force reported another 6,368 infections, raising the number of coronavirus cases registered in Russia to 694,230.
DEATH TOLL STANDS AT 10,494
Active cases stand at 219,856, including 2,300 severe cases with patients in critical condition. At least 198 people died over the same period, bringing the country’s death toll to 10,494.
Russia continues widespread testing to identify new cases and detect how many people have developed antibodies after being exposed to the virus.
A first group of volunteers is also expected to finish clinical trials for one of several coronavirus vaccines being tested in Russia on July 15.
In June, most lockdown measures were eased throughout the country, including the capital Moscow, while the Federal Air Transport Agency extended the ban on international flights until Aug.1.