Saudi newspapers highlighted in their editorials today a number of issues at local, regional and international arenas. Riyadh-based Al-Riyadh newspaper reported in its editorial that more than 150 Saudi doctors, who were participating in the French-Saudi specialization program, have decided to stay, in France, to help their colleagues in combating the outbreak of novel coronavirus (Covid-19) there. The paper added that this brave humanitarian decision has come as a true embodiment of Islamic principles and values. Meanwhile, Jeddah-based Al-Bilad newspaper stated in its editorial that the Ministry of Interior and the health services, in the Kingdom, continue taking necessary precautions and raising the level of preventive measures to reduce the outbreak of novel coronavirus pandemic. The paper added that in light of this integrated system of state agencies, at all levels, the great responsibility remains on the citizens and residents through fully responding to regulatory instructions and measures, issued for curfew time, in addition to avoid contacts with others (Social Distancing) which are the most dangerous cause of the infection.
