Saudi Arabia announces nine new coronavirus deaths

A man wears a protective face mask while jogging, following the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia May 13, 2020. (Reuters)

• The ministry said the total number of confirmed cases in the country had risen to 44,830
• It said is has recorded 2,365 new recoveries

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia's Health Ministry announced 1,905 new confirmed coronavirus cases and nine new deaths in the Kingdom during a press conference on Wednesday. 

The ministry said the total number of confirmed cases in the country had risen to 44,830, and the overall virus-related death toll to 273. 

It said is has recorded 2,365 new recoveries, bringing the total number of recovered cases in the kingdom to 17,622.

The ministry urged individuals to respect social distancing and avoid large gatherings.