Riyadh, Dec 29 (TIWN) Saudi Arabia on Monday announced the extension of the suspension of international commercial flights for an additional week, according to the Interior Ministry.

The Interior Ministry also announced the suspension of land and sea entry to the kingdom for the same period.  Saudi Arabia decided on Dec. 20 to suspend international flights for travelers, except in exceptional cases, temporarily for a week, which can be extended for another week. Also, the suspension of entry through the land and sea ports.  The decision was parts of precautional measures against COVID-19 after the spread of a new strain of the virus in some countries.  The decision excludes the movement of goods, commodities, and supply chains.