The UN-led talks aimed at drafting a new constitution for Syria are “on hold” after three out of 45 participants tested positive for the novel coronavirus, the office of UN special envoy for Syria Geir Pederson said Monday.
“Immediate measures have been taken consistent with protocols to mitigate any risks, and tracing of anyone who may have been in close contact with affected persons is underway,” a statement from Pederson’s office said.