China coronavirus death toll rises above 2500February 24, 2020 - 10:11 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - China had 150 new confirmed coronavirus deaths on Sunday, February 23, the National Health Commission announced on Monday, pushing the death toll nationwide to 2,592, Al Jazeera reports. In a statement, the commission also confirmed 409 new infections during the same period, down from 648 reported a day earlier. The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases on the mainland is now 77,150, and 2,592 have died from the outbreak, the commission said. South Korea, meanwhile, reported 161 more cases on Monday, bringing its total number of infections to 763. Officials also confirmed two more deaths of virus patients, bringing the country's death toll to seven. On Sunday, it raised its disease alert to the highest level after a surge in infections and more deaths. Meanwhile, Turkey, Pakistan and Armenia closed their borders with Iran on Sunday as the latter reported more coronavirus infections and deaths, prompting neighbouring Afghanistan to also introduce travel restrictions. At least 152 cases and three deaths were also reported in Italy, prompting emergency measures in Europe. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |