Iran says it will restrict travel to the cities hit hardest by the novel coronavirus, according to state TV, amid a record high of daily COVID-19 deaths.
The measure takes effect tomorrow midday and will last until Friday, the broadcaster reports, citing an order by the interior ministry.
The restrictions prevent residents from leaving and non-residents from entering based on vehicle plate numbers, but do not apply to public transportation, it adds.
It applies to the capitals of 25 provinces considered “red” — the highest level on Iran’s color-coded risk scale — and includes the capital Tehran with more than 8 million residents.
Violators will be fined, the order adds.
Limited restrictive measures were imposed yesterday in those cities, forcing the closure of some public spaces and businesses.
Iran has been hit the worst by COVID-19 in the Middle East and has recorded several daily fatality and infection highs in recent days.
— AFP
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