Bosnia's Brcko District Crisis Staff ordered a curfew over the next 15 days from 10 pm to 5 am, Fena news agency reported.

During the curfew, only the on-duty pharmacies, and petrol stations are allowed to remain open and only in the part that deals with refuelling.

It is mandatory to wear a protective mask in a group of two or more people outdoors and to maintain a physical distance of two meters.

Over the next seven days, the working hours of all catering facilities in the Brcko area will be restricted after 8 pm, and a maximum of four people are allowed to sit at one table.

The new measures also restrict the operation of sports betting shops, casinos and other games of chance, as well as gyms, fitness centers, sports schools, recreational activities that are carried out indoors for the next seven days. The restriction means limited activities are allowed only until 8 pm.