Latest on coronavirus around the world
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Latest on coronavirus around the world

Guatemala announced its first coronavirus death, an 85-year-old man with pre-existing health issues. He arrived in the country from Madrid, Spain, in February.

Peru issued a 15-day nationwide state of emergency as people were ordered to stay home and self-quarantine to help slow the spread. Its president also announced the closure of all borders.

Iran said Hashem Bathaie, a representative of the Tehran Province in Iran's Assembly of Experts, died of COVID-19 Sunday night, becoming the latest Iranian official to die from infection.

New Zealand's PM has banned gatherings of 500 people or more, warning zero tolerance for anyone who violates the country's new self-isolation rules.

U.S. school districts are shutting down across the country, and New York City and Los Angeles have ordered the closure of restaurants, bars, night clubs and theaters. 

Turkey reported its highest daily rise of 12 confirmed coronavirus cases, bringing the total to 18.

Cambodia reported four new cases, bringing the nationwide tally to 12.