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Couple kept apart by coronavirus outbreak border restrictions
INZ says exceptions will be granted only for extreme circumstances.

To pressure Iran, Pompeo turns to the deal Trump renounced
New York Times: He is preparing an argument that US remains a participant in nuclear deal.

Trump orders navy to 'attack' Iranian ships that harass US vessels
US President warns Iran the Navy will "destroy" any gunboats which hound its ships.

'Zombie Jolie' on ventilator in Iran after catching Covid 19
The Jolie lookalike is on a ventilator after contracting the virus in jail.

How the world prepares to exit Covid-19 lockdowns
Some countries have announced social distancing measures may be relaxed in coming weeks.

Covid-19 coronavirus: Israeli health minister has virus
As Israel's case count rose, the country was rattled by the diagnosis of a minister.

Hundreds in Iran tragically die taking Covid-19 'cure'
Officials beg citizens to stop drinking industrial alcohol after nearly 300 deaths.

Coronavirus: Deaths mount in US, Italy & Iran
New York City mayor warns worse is yet to come and urges military to respond.

Why experts say Iran could be lying about its coronavirus outbreak
Experts fear Iran may be downplaying the severity of its coronavirus outbreak.

Italy quarantines north as virus death toll rises to 366
Italy is locking down some 16 million people in attempt to halt spread of coronavirus.

Coronavirus: 5 NZ cases, 2 more probable, 43 hospital staff isolated
Singer joins the millions worldwide whose lives have been disrupted by coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Shocking footage of man refused help
Footage has emerged of a man suspected of having coronavirus being refused medical aid.

Iran crosses a key threshold: It again has sufficient fuel for a bomb
New York Times: Iran's growing stockpile of nuclear fuel crossed a critical threshold.

'Victory is near': Infections in China fall
WHO experts have hailed Beijing's 'aggressive' quarantine measures.

Iran's coronavirus response: Pride, paranoia, secrecy, chaos
New York Times: Iranian medical workers have been told to keep quiet.

Travel ban: Ardern says more restrictions from 'hot spots' possible
More travel restrictions possible as number of people infected in specific regions grows.

Virus spreads to over 60 countries; France closes the Louvre
More than 60 countries have been hit by coronavirus, with infections and deaths mounting.

New reports send coronavirus death rates soaring
Iranian officials slam reports claiming coronavirus deaths have surged overnight.

Health expert on coronavirus: Why you need to remain calm
Professor's reassurance: "For the moment, it's really just business as usual."

NZ's first coronavirus case: Person had to be tested three times
"As the gateway to NZ, a case of the coronavirus in Auckland was close to inevitable."

Cleaning up the Galapagos Islands
Sam Judd, co-founder of Sustainable Coastlines, has been on adventures across the world.

'Recipe for a massive viral outbreak': Iran emerges as worldwide threat
New York Times: Iran struggling to contain the spread of coronavirus.

Hidden in plain view: Experts fear invisible spread of coronavirus
Europe's open borders could prove deadly as experts warn virus can spread invisibly.

Struck down: Iran's anti-coronavirus chief has the virus
Iraj Harirchi had spoken at a news conference on Monday, showing signs of illness.

79,000 ill: Virus spreads its tentacles from Asia to Europe and the Mideast
Despite showing signs of stabilising in China, worries are growing elsewhere.

'Eerie feeling': US Navy's threat level after Iran attack was highest in years
Tensions were high in the Gulf in aftermath of the killing of Iran's military commander.

Anatomy of a lie: How Iran covered up the downing of an airliner
New York Times: For three days Iranian officials knew they'd shot down a jetliner.

Air base attack: 34 US troops suffer brain injuries following Iran strike
Despite original claims, 34 US troops were injured, with 18 evacuated from Iraq.

Letters: Media must hold council to account
More than ever, it's important for us to continue to pay for the service of news.