Iranian, Iraqi FMs Discuss Coronavirus Outbreak

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held a phone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart.

Iran Holds Meeting to Address Foreign Trade Woes Caused by COVID-19

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has held a meeting in Tehran to examine and resolve the problems in the course of trade exchange with the neighboring states.

100,000 Coronavirus Test Kits Shipped to Iran by WHO

Iran has received a consignment of medical equipment provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), including 100,000 novel coronavirus diagnostic test kits.

Iran Says US Sabotaging Swiss ‘Humanitarian’ Channel

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Seyyed Abbas Mousavi says the so-called humanitarian channel launched by the Swiss government on 3 December 2019 has been faced with the US sabotage, and Iran is not given the permission to transfer its resources to the channel.

Hotels Close in Yazd by Choice amid COVID-19 Outbreak

While people are strongly advised to refrain from traveling after the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Iran, the hotels in the historical city of Yazd have closed up of their own volition as a precautionary measure.

Coronavirus Death Toll in Iran Reaches 66

The number of confirmed cases of the new corona-virus in Iran has reached 1,501, including 66 deaths.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on March 2

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Monday, March 2, 2020, and picked headlines from 10 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran’s Beauties in Photos: Tarik-Darreh Ski Resort

The international ski resort of “Tarik-Darreh” is located in the slopes of Alvand Mountain, western Iran.

Iran Second Only to China in Terms of Coronavirus Recovery

Global statistics indicate that Iran ranks second in the world, after China, in terms of the number of people recovered from the novel coronavirus.

Fasting Could Boost Immune System, Fight Coronavirus: Expert

An Iranian traditional medicine expert says “medical fasting” could help reduce the chance of coronavirus infection by boosting the body’s immune system.

Iranian Artist Releases Work on How to Fight Coronavirus

Prominent Iranian designer Hamid Bahrami has released a work in which he illustrates the ways to prevent the COVID-19 disease.

Interior Ministry Releases Details of Turnout in Iran Elections 2020

Iran’s interior ministry has announced the details of the voter turnout in the recent parliamentary elections for each province separately.

One More Iranian Official Dies of COVID-19

Seyyed Mohammad Mirmohammadi, a member of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Expediency Discernment Council, has died of the novel Coronavirus.

Syrian Army Announces Closure of Airspace over Northwest

The Syrian army has announced the closure of airspace over its northwestern provinces, warning Turkey that it will shoot down any invading aircraft in the area.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on March 1

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Sunday, March 1, 2020, and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iranian Magnum Opus Artwork Put Up for Online Sale (+Video)

A masterpiece of carving art, created by an acclaimed Iranian artist, has been put up for sale at an auction with a minimum sale price of 500,000 US dollars.

COVID-19 Outbreak: Death Toll in Iran Rises to 54

The death toll from the novel coronavirus epidemic in Iran has risen to 54 on Sunday, a Health Ministry official said, noting that the total number of confirmed cases of infection has reached 978.

Iranian Filmmaker Wins Golden Bear at Berlin Film Festival

“There Is No Evil”, the latest film directed by Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof, has won him the Golden Bear in the main competition section at the 70th Berlin International Film Festival.

China Donates Aid Package to Iran’s Red Crescent in Face of Coronavirus Outbreak

China’s Red Cross has donated a batch of coronavirus kits to Iranian Red Crescent Society to help prevent and control the spread of the disease in Iran.

US Has No Legal Position to Sign Afghan Peace Deal: Iran

Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the US has no legal position to sign a peace deal for Afghanistan or to decide the future situation of the country.

Iranian Scientists Produce World-Class Coronavirus Kits

Researchers at a knowledge-based company based in Iran’s Lorestan province have succeeded in developing coronavirus detection kit.

Iranian Firm to Produce 90 Tonnes of Disinfectants Each Day to Counter Coronavirus

The CEO of a major hygienic products company in Tehran says the company is ready to produce 90 tonnes of disinfectant gel and liquid daily to fight against coronavirus.

Three Army Hospitals in Tehran Dedicated to Coronavirus Patients

Deputy Head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army for Coordination Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says three of the army’s hospitals have been dedicated to coronavirus patients.

300,000 Teams to Go Door to Door to Find Iranian People with Coronavirus

Iran’s health minister says 300,000 health teams will go to every home across Iran to identify people with coronavirus and refer them to medical centres.

World’s Strongest Paralympian Siamand Rahman Dies at 31

Iranian-Kurdish Paralympic powerlifter Siamand Rahman, a two-times Paralympic gold medallist, has passed away at the age of 31 after a heart attack.

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