Iran Surpasses 100 COVID-19 Deaths... "Friday Worship Service Canceled Again This Week"
[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] The Iranian Ministry of Health announced on the 5th that there were 591 new confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).
The Iranian Ministry of Health reported that the cumulative number of COVID-19 infections in Iran has reached 3,513 so far.
The number of deaths increased by 15 from the previous day, reaching 107.
In Iran, schools have been decided to remain closed until early next month due to COVID-19. Saeed Namaki, the Iranian Minister of Health, also urged people to "reduce the use of paper currency." Regarding school closures, Minister Namaki requested, "Do not travel and refrain from going outside as much as possible."
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Meanwhile, the Iranian government has decided to cancel Friday prayers at Islamic mosques this week as well, following last week.
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