Covid-19 updates from around the world as Ireland sees no virus deaths for first time in 65 days

The coronavirus has infected almost 5.5m people across the world and killed more than 346,000, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.

Almost half of the population of Spain, including residents in the biggest cities of Madrid and Barcelona, are entering phase 1 of Spain's Covid-19 lockdown exit which allows social gatherings in limited numbers, restaurant and bar service with outdoor sitting and some cultural and sports activities. Picture: AP/Emilio Morenatti

For the first time in 65 days, Ireland reported no deaths from the Coronavirus, marking a major milestone in the country’s bid to suppress Covid-19.

Announcing the daily statistics, Dr Holohan said there were now a total of 24,698 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Ireland, with 59 identified.