Iran coronavirus deaths reach 429 infections pass 10000

According to the latest reports, Iran has confirmed that the number of deaths from the coronavirus (COVID-19) has reached 429, with over 10,000 infections reported.

As of March 17, 2020, the Iranian Ministry of Health and Medical Education has reported:

Iran has been one of the countries most affected by the pandemic, with the virus spreading rapidly across the country. The government has taken measures to contain the outbreak, including closing schools, universities, and non-essential businesses, as well as restricting travel and gatherings.

The Iranian government has also been criticized for its initial response to the outbreak, which was seen as slow and inadequate. The country's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has since acknowledged that the government's response was inadequate and has called for increased efforts to combat the virus.

The situation in Iran is being closely monitored by the international community, and the country's neighbors, including Turkey, Iraq, and Afghanistan, have taken measures to prevent the spread of the virus from Iran.

It's worth noting that the numbers reported by Iran may not be entirely accurate, as the country has been criticized for its lack of transparency and underreporting of cases. However, the situation in Iran is still considered to be serious and is being closely monitored by health officials and governments around the world.