Russia reports 8,779 new coronavirus infection cases

The official national death toll in Russia has reached 6,715. (File/AFP)

• Officials said 183 people had died in the last 24 hours

MOSCOW: Russia reported on Friday 8,779 new coronavirus cases, bringing its nationwide tally of infections to 511,423.
Officials said 183 people had died in the last 24 hours, pushing the official national death toll to 6,715.