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Iran says 149 new coronavirus deaths, toll reaches 1,284

AFP Tehran

Last Updated : Mar 19 2020 | 5:10 PM IST

Iran on Thursday announced 149 new deaths due to the novel coronavirus, raising the toll to 1,284, according to the health ministry.

A total of 18,407 people have contracted the disease in the country -- one of the worst hit by the novel coronavirus -- according to figures provided by Deputy Health Minister Alireza Raisi.

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First Published: Mar 19 2020 | 5:10 PM IST