UN Chief Urges Removal of US Sanctions on Iran

Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres has emphasized the necessity of lifting the US sanctions that have impeded Iran’s fight against the coronavirus epidemic.

COVID-19 Kills 149 Iranians in 24 Hours: Official

Iran’s Health Ministry has confirmed 1,237 new cases of coronavirus infection, including 149 new deaths, during the past 24 hours.

1399 Will Be Year of Prosperity for Iran: President Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the New Persian Year will be a year of prosperity for the Iranian nation.

President Rouhani Felicitates Regional Leaders on Nowruz

Iran's president has congratulated the leaders of regional countries on the occasion of Nowruz which marks the beginning of New Terms.

Iran to Make up for Impact of Coronavirus on People’s Lives: VP

Iran’s First Vice President Es’haq Jahangiri says the government has made decisions to compensate for the economic impacts of the coronavirus outbreak on the lives of the poor.

President Rouhani Urges People to Stay Home during Nowruz Holidays

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has once again called on people to stay home expressing hope that the coronavirus outbreak takes a downward trend with people's cooperation.

China Reports Zero Local COVID-19 Transmission for 1st Time

China has for the first time reported no new locally transmitted cases of the new coronavirus at its epicenter since the country started recording infections in January.

Iran Holds International Cartoon Festival on Coronavirus Battle

Cartoonists from more than 50 countries have participated in a contest held by Iran in the virtual space, entitled “We’ll Defeat Coronavirus”.

Coronavirus Kills 147 Iranians in 24 Hours: Official

The latest figures released by Iran’s Health Ministry show the number of coronavirus infections has risen to 17,361, out of whom 1,135 have died and 5,710 have recovered and been discharged from hospital.

Iran Deplores NAM’s Failure to Defy US Sanctions

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has strongly criticized certain members of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) for breaking a consensus about opposition to the US sanctions against Iran.

‘UN Must Pass Resolution to Lift Iran Sanctions amid Corona Battle’

A senior Iranian lawmaker says Tehran should call on the Security Council to pass an emergency resolution to lift the US sanctions while the country is struggling against coronavirus.

Defence Minister Assures Iranians of Domestic Supply of Masks, Disinfectants

Defence Minister of Iran Brigadier General Amir Hatami has given an assurance that his ministry would do its utmost to satisfy domestic demand for disinfectants and medical masks amid the outbreak of coronavirus.

Hungarian Envoy Summoned to Foreign Ministry over Mistreatment of Iranians

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has summoned Hungary’s ambassador in protest at the improper treatment of the Iranian students infected with coronavirus in Budapest.

Young Volunteers Disinfect Tehran at Nighttime

More than 2,000 young members of a religious circle in Tehran rush to disinfect various areas of the capital voluntarily every night.

Tips for People with Obsession amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Are you feeling nervous and stressful because of the COVID-19 pandemic? Read these tips to get some relief.

Kuwait Donates $10 Million to Coronavirus Relief in Iran

The State of Kuwait has made a donation of $10 million to contain coronavirus epidemic in Iran, says the country’s foreign minister.

US Lies that Iran’s Medical Sector Not Sanctioned: Expert

An Iranian analyst has warned about the consequences of US economic terrorism, saying sanctions are a criminal policy that has grave effects on human life, health, and security.

UNICEF, UAE, Uzbekistan Send Aid to Iran amid Coronavirus Outbreak

Iran says Uzbekistan, the United Arab Emirates, and the UN's Children Fund (UNICEF) have sent separate cargos of humanitarian aid to the Islamic Republic to help the country combat the deadly coronavirus.

Iran’s Leader Urges People to Follow Corona Instructions

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has called on every single Iranian to follow the instructions of the National Headquarters and Ministry of Health to prevent the spread of the coronavirus disease.

14 Million Iranians Screened for Coronavirus: Minister

Iran's Health Minister Saeid Namaki says almost 14 million people have been screened for coronavirus up to now.

IRGC Chief Says Stage Set for Tackling COVID-19 in Iran

Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps says the ground has been prepared in Iran for final battle with the novel coronavirus, noting that all IRGC hospital are at the Health Ministry’s disposal to control the epidemic.

Coronavirus Kills 129 More Iranians: Health Ministry

Iran’s Health Ministry says the number of coronavirus infections has risen to 14,991, out of whom 853 have died and 4,996 have recovered and been discharged from hospital.

Iranian Radiologist Helping European COVID-19 Patients for Free

Hamdreza Edraki is an Iranian radiologist and war veteran who is doing his best to serve the people not only in Iran but also in other countries amid the coronavirus contagion.

Tamiflu Not Effective in Treating COVID-19: Iran

Iran’s health ministry spokesman has announced that studies show the medicine called Tamiflu does not prevent or treat the coronavirus disease.

Tehran’s Representative in Assembly of Experts Dies of COVID-19

Ayatollah Hashem Bat'haie Golpayegani, a senior Iranian cleric and Tehran’s representative in the Assembly of Experts, died of the COVID-19 disease on Sunday night.

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