One new death was also reported, bringing the number of fatalities due to the virus to 26, while 12 people were cured.

The thirty-five new cases were recorded in the regions of Rabat-Salé-Kénitra 10, Fès-Meknès 10, Casablanca-Settat 7, Souss-Massa 3, Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceima 3 and the Eastern region 2.

In addition, the total number of cases excluded after negative laboratory results is 1,624, according to the same source.

The ministry urges citizens to respect the rules of hygiene and health safety, as well as the preventive measures taken by the Moroccan authorities and to show responsibility and patriotism.