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UN Security Council Discussing Resolution to Lift Iran Sanctions: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says the UN Security Council is currently discussing a resolution that would lift all sanctions amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Iran Says Coronavirus Death Toll Exceeds 2,000

Death toll from the new coronavirus in Iran has increased to 2,077, with 143 new deaths confirmed in the past 24 hours.

Iran Army Opens 2,000-Bed Corona Rehabilitation Complex in Tehran

The Iranian Army has set up a 2,000-bed hospital and rehabilitation complex centre in Tehran for coronavirus patients.

Iranian Firm Improves Quality of Hand-Woven Carpets with Silver Nanoparticles

An Iranian company producing hand-woven carpets has enhanced the quality of its products by utilizing special yarn containing silver nanoparticles, which has antibacterial properties and prevents a musty smell of carpet in humid environments.

Iran Denies Refusing to Admit Foreign Suspected Cases of COVID-19

Health Ministry Spokesman has rejected the allegations that Iran does not admit foreign nationals suspected of having coronavirus, describing it as a sheer lie.

Iran Apologises to MSF over Cancellation of Mission

Iran's Health Ministry has apologized for the cancellation of the mission of Doctors Without Borders team in the country who were to set up an inflatable hospital.

Iran Coronavirus Outbreak: Domestic Production of Medical Items Rising

A senior Iranian official says all national resources have been utilized to produce face masks, disinfectants and other medical equipment amid the coronavirus outbreak in the country.

One Coronavirus Case Can Infect 406 People in A Month: Official

An Iranian health official says one person with coronavirus infection can pass it to 406 other people in only a month if the isolation measures are not followed.

Coronavirus Death Toll in Iran Rises to 1,934

Iran has confirmed 122 new deaths caused by the novel coronavirus during the past 24 hours, increasing the total death toll to 1,934.

IRGC’s Basij Forces Playing Key Role in Fight against COVID-19: General

The IRGC's Basij (voluntary) forces are contributing heavily to the national campaign against the coronavirus outbreak, a military commander says.

38.8 Million People Screened for Coronavirus Infection in Iran: Minister

Iran’s health minister says 38.8 million people in the country have been screened for the coronavirus over the past few days.

12 Killed,17 Injured in Iran Flash Floods

Flash floods in several provinces of Iran have killed at least 12 people and injured 17 others, medical authorities said.

Over 23,000 Infected by Coronavirus in Iran: Official

Iran's Health Ministry say the total number of people tested positive for the novel Coronavirus has risen to 23,049, out of whom 8,376 have recovered and 1,812 have died.

Iran Working on Six Research, Communication Satellites

Iranian Minister of Information and Communications Technology says that the country is working on the launch of six research and communication satellites.

Iran Says Number of Patients It Tests for COVID-19 Daily 3,000 More than US

The head of Iran’s Pasteur Institute says the country is capable of carrying out 10,000 coronavirus tests a day, while the US is only able to carry out 7,000 tests per day despite enjoying more facilities.

In Letter to Foreign Colleagues, Iranian Artists Urge Action against US Sanctions

A group of Iranian artists engaged in various fields have written a letter to their colleagues in the foreign countries to raise awareness about the urgent need for collective action against the coronavirus epidemic and call for action against the US sanctions that have impeded Iran’s battle with COVID-19.

MSF Sends Medical Aid to Help Iran’s Fight against COVID-19

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has dispatched a charter flight to Iran containing a shipment of medical aid, including a field hospital, for the fight against the coronavirus, Iran’s Embassy in Paris said.

Iran Expresses Regret over Croatia Earthquake

Spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has expressed sympathy with the Croatian nation and government over the earthquake that struck the country on Sunday.

Iran Reports Over 1,000 New Cases of COVID-19 Infection

As many as 1,028 new confirmed cases of coronavirus infection are reported in Iran in the 24 hours to Sunday noon, March 22, 2020.

Iran Victorious in Controlling Corona Outbreak Despite Sanctions: Official

Iran’s Deputy Health Minister says some European countries that are not under any sanctions have troubles in controlling the corona disease, but Iran which has been under harshest sanctions has emerged victorious in dealing with the deadly outbreak.

‘Coronavirus Outbreak Can Act as Deterrent against World War III’

An expert believes the coronavirus pandemic can serve as a vaccine against World War III.

32 Million Iranians Screened for Coronavirus: Official

Over 32 million Iranians have been screened for the coronavirus, says the country's health minister.

Iran Armed Forced Were Ready to Tackle Corona Epidemic before Outbreak: Chief

A senior Iranian commander says the country’s Armed Forces had been prepared to tackle the coronavirus before the virus made its way into Iran.

Iran’s Leader Says US Accused of Creating Coronavirus

Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has downplayed the US offer of help to Iran in fight against the COVID-19, saying the US itself is accused of creating the novel virus.

Iran to Mass Produce Chinese Corona Drug: Official

An Iranian health official says the raw materials of a new antiviral drug used in China will be imported in the coming days to be manufactured domestically.

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