US Hated in Important Part of World: Iran’s Leader

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Leader says the United States is despised in a major part of the world because of its policies.

Boycott of Israel in Sports Excluded from Iranian Parliament’s Motion

A lawmaker says the ban on competing against Israeli athletes in sport events has been removed from a parliamentary motion that obliges the Iranian government to take certain measures against “hostile” measures of Israel.

Over 120,000 Infected with Coronavirus in Iran: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 1,806 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, raising the total number of cases to 120,198.

Iran, Russia Dismiss Reports of Deal on Removal of Assad

The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Russian Federation have separately rejected the reports of an agreement on removal of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from power.

Iran’s Defence Minister Pledges Full Support for New Iraqi Government

Defence Minister of Iran Brigadier General Amir Hatami has given an assurance that Iraq will have all of Iran’s defence capabilities at its disposal, saying the Islamic Republic seeks strategic partnership with the new Iraqi government.

Iran Unveils Advanced Protective Suit for Medical Staff

Iran has unveiled what it calls its “most advanced” protective suit for the medical personnel fighting against the novel coronavirus.

Afghanistan Lauds COVID-19 Medical Care for Nationals in Iran

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan has expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic for providing humanitarian support and medical services for the Afghan nationals residing in Iran amid the outbreak of coronavirus epidemic, says an Iranian official.   

Iran Records Lowest COVID-19 Daily Death Toll in 70 Days

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says only 35 people have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the lowest number of daily fatalities in 70 days.

Eid al-Fitr Prayers to Be Held Nationwide at End of Ramadan: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Eid al-Fitr congregational prayers will be held nationwide on the last day of the holy month of Ramadan.

Iran Calls US Ruling Elite ‘Inefficient, Source of Threat’

A senior Iranian official has likened the ruling elite in the United States to a group of “inefficient, unwise” rulers whose governance is only a source of threat.

Baking Bread at Home All the Rage in Iran amid COVID-19 Outbreak

The custom of baking traditional home-made breads, which had long been forgotten in many Iranian cities, has revived amidst the outbreak of coronavirus.

Over 90,000 Iranians Recover from COVID-19

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 90,539 patients have so far recovered from the COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.

Efforts Should Be Made to Better People’s Living Standards: Rouhani

The Iranian president says all efforts should be channeled into improving people’s economic situation and living standards as well as boosting hopes of a better future.

Iran Urges Int’l Support for Palestine Liberation on ‘Nakba Day’

Iran has condemned the Israeli regime’s occupation of the Palestinian land and voiced its support for Palestinian people.

Evangelicalism and US Politics: Trump Using Religion to Prop Up Israel

Mohammad Masjed-Jamei, a scholar of religion and a former diplomat, has weighed in on the impact of evangelical Christianity on the US politics and the country’s foreign policy, especially during the tenure of President Donald Trump.

Iran’s Coronavirus Infections Surge Again

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 1,958 new cases of COVID-19 infection in 24 hours, showing a resurgence of cases.

Iran Bans Import of Medical Items Obtainable at Home

The caretaker of Iran's Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade has imposed a ban on the import of the medical supplies that are produced domestically.

Iran, Malaysia Discuss Collaboration in Coronavirus Fight

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Prime Minister of Malaysia have weighed plans for cooperation between the two Muslim nations in the battle with the novel coronavirus by sharing experiences and providing medical supplies.

Iran to Resume Trade Ties with Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Iran’s minister of roads and urban development says the ministry is seeking to resume trade transactions with Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan.

Devoted Teachers Making Sacrifices amid COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran

Many teachers in remote and underprivileged areas of Iran are making sacrifices to keep instructing their students amid the closure of schools because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Anti-Iran Bias Debunked after ‘Successful’ Handling of Corona Crisis: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the country’s "success" in tackling the novel coronavirus epidemic and handling of the situation under the foreign sanctions have disproved what he called "wrong" and "biased" judgments about the Iranian government and nation.

Iran Army Chief: 4 Military Teams Investigating Naval Tragedy

Iran’s Army Commander Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi says four teams of military experts are probing into the accident in a recent naval training exercise that killed 19 servicemen on board ‘Konarak’ support vessel in the country’s southeastern waters.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Afghanistan

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has condemned the terrorist attacks on a hospital in Kabul and a funeral service in Nangarhar that have killed dozens of civilians in a double tragedy for Afghanistan.

Why Some COVID-19 Patients in Iran Develop Skin Problems

An Iranian specialist says some Iranian patients with the COVID-19 disease have developed skin problems probably as a side-effect of consuming several drugs at the same time.

‘Iraqi PM’s Major Challenge Is to Keep Balance in Ties with Iran, US’

An expert in West Asian affairs says one of the challenges of the new Iraqi Prime Minister, Mustafa Al-Kadhimi will be balancing ties with Iran and the United States which are in some way in conflict with each other.

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