In the light of the current health situation in the country, the Ministry of Interior warned that strict action will be taken against anyone spreading rumors, disturbs the tranquility and security of the country in general by publishing false information or inciting a certain group of citizens or residents against another on various social media channels.

Local Arabic newspaper Al Qabas reported that the security authorities are closely monitoring ‘everything’ and is keeping an eye on the social media.

Various audio messages and false information are being circulated in the WhatsApp regarding the spread of corona virus. Ministry of Interior spares no efforts to combat rumor mongers, daily added.