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Turkey will begin a gradual return to normal life on a province by province basis from March, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday, adding that nationwide weekend COVID-19 lockdowns would be lifted in some provinces based on infection rates.
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Turkey’s curfews, weekend lockdowns and other curbs were adopted in December in the face of rising cases. It plans a gradual nationwide re-opening of schools beginning March 1.
Speaking after a cabinet meeting in Ankara, Erdogan said a decision on re-opening of cafes and restaurants would be made in the coming days, and urged citizens to continue abiding by the measures.
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