Putin denied the possibility of introducing new restrictions due to "omicron"

The authorities do not plan to introduce additional restrictions because of the "omicron", said Russian President Vladimir Putin .

“No lockdowns are planned in Russia,” the head of state said. According to him, restrictions for people who have been in contact with patients with COVID-19 may soon be lifted in Russia .

In Russia, according to the operational headquarters, more than 155,000 cases of COVID-19 infection have been detected in the last 24 hours, and 667 of those previously ill have died. 17.7 thousand people were hospitalized per day.