Virus-hit Iran slaps curbs on travel, shrine visits
Iranian authorities have imposed curbs on visits to major Muslim pilgrimage sites in a bid to curb the spread of Covid-19. – EPA pic, February 27, 2020.
IRANIAN authorities yesterday announced domestic travel restrictions for people with confirmed or suspected cases of the novel coronavirus, which has claimed 19 lives in the country—the highest tally outside China where the disease originated.Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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