Latest COVID-19 developments in the Middle East

Iraq recorded 60 new cases after 2,337 testing kits were used across the country during the past 24 hours, taking the total number of cases to 2,603 and death toll to 104.

Kuwait reported 415 new cases and two more deaths, bringing the total infections in the country to 7,623 and the death toll to 49, the health ministry said in a statement.

Israel confirmed eight new cases on Friday, raising the total number of confirmed cases to 16,444 with 245 deaths. Israel Defense Forces announced that soldiers can begin their normal leave of absence.

Saudi Arabia reported 1,704 new cases with 10 new deaths, bringing the total number to 37,136 and death toll to 39. The government has relaxed controls in some areas, allowing residents to go out between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to buy supplies.