Iran's death toll from coronavirus rises to 1,284

Iran's death toll from new coronavirus outbreak rises to 1,284

FILE PHOTO: General view of a Tehran's street, following the outbreak of coronavirus, in Tehran, Iran March 17, 2020. WANA /Ali Khara via REUTERS

The spread of the virus has dampened Iran’s celebrations for the Nowruz new year that begin on Friday. Authorities have urged people to stay home and avoid travelling during the new year holidays to help contain coronavirus contagion.

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