Stringer/Anadolu Agency via Getty ImagesIran’s Armed Forces will start clearing public spaces nationwide as part of a scaled-up effort to halt the spread of coronavirus in the country, according to state-run Press TV. Only essential shops and offices, like grocery stores, pharmacies and banks will remain open with minimal staff. He added that law enforcement and security committees along with the Interior Ministry and provincial governors will be clearing shops, streets and roads. The suspected cases will be transferred to medical centers, Baqeri said, adding that the Iranian Armed Forces would establish up to 1,000 treatment units for coronavirus patients. Hezbollah’s Chief Hassan Nasrallah also blasted Trump and his administration on Friday for their transparency in keeping the public informed, according to Press TV.

Source: CNN March 14, 2020 01:26 UTC