Russia's National Guard will deploy helicopters and drones in Moscow to monitor compliance with lockdown measures during holidays this week.
There is concern that warm spring weather and a string of holidays could draw people in large numbers to leave home and gather in woodland parks.
Monday and Tuesday are legal holidays and Saturday marks the 75th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany, a day that usually sees huge outdoor gatherings.
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