Latest COVID-19 developments in Latin American countries

Brazil registered its highest daily COVID-19 death toll with 881 new deaths confirmed over the past 24 hours, taking the total death toll to 12,400. So far, 177,589 confirmed cases have been identified, making it the hardest-hit country in Latin America and the sixth most affected in the world.

Mexico confirmed 1,997 new cases of coronavirus infections on Tuesday, along with 353 additional deaths, the most deadly day since the pandemic began. Confirmed coronavirus cases reached 38,324 and 3,926 deaths in total.

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro announced on Tuesday the extension of national lockdown measures for 30 days. Flights to and from the country have also been halted until June 12. So far, 423 infections had been detected in the crisis-worn South American country, with 10 deaths.

Argentina reported the highest increase of confirmed cases in a single day, 285, taking the country's total infections to 6,563. There're also five additional deaths, adding to a total of 319. On Tuesday, some non-essential businesses have gradually reopened in the capital of Buenos Aires, but with strict operation time from 11 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and social distancing measures.

Chile on Tuesday reported 1,658 new cases of COVID-19 and 12 more deaths in the past 24 hours, bringing the country's total number of cases to 31,721 with 335 deaths.

Peru on Tuesday registered 3,237 new cases and 96 new deaths in the past 24 hours, reaching 72,059 cases and 2,057 deaths. Also, 23,324 patients have recovered.

Colombia Tuesday reported 695 new cases, taking its total tally to 12,272 cases with 493 deaths. Around 160,000 virus tests have been conducted in Colombia and a majority of patients are mildly infected. Nearly 89.2 percent of patients are under treatment at home.