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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, Russia Discuss Coronavirus Outbreak

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has discussed the coronavirus outbreak with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in a telephone conversation.

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.

Iran Reiterates Call for Immediate End of Saudi War on Yemen

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has issued a statement on the sixth anniversary of the Saudi-led military onslaught against Yemen.

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.

Reza Abbasi Museum; A Treasure of Ancient Iranian Works

The Reza Abbasi Museum is a museum in Tehran, named after one of the greatest artists of the Safavid era. It is home to a unique collection of Persian art dating back to the second millennium BCE, from both the pre-Islamic and Islamic eras.

Spring in Iran’s Isfahan

Photo by Sadeq Basirat, YJC

US Seeking to Use Coronavirus to Perpetuate Hostility toward Iran: Official

A senior Iranian official says the White House wants to cash in on the coronavirus pandemic for further enmity toward the Islamic Republic.

Coronavirus in Iran: Small Businesses to Be Compensated for Losses

Iran’s first vice president says owners of small businesses who have been affected by the coronavirus outbreak should rest assured that their losses will be compensated.

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.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Hits Back at Ortagus for ‘Wuhan Virus’ Comments

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has dismissed the comments from Spokeswoman for the US Department of State Morgan Ortagus who described the clues to the US’ role in creation of the coronavirus as “conspiracy theories”.

Iranian, Italian Foreign Ministers Discuss COVID-19 Crisis

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Italian counterpart Luigi Di Maio have held a telephone conversation.

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.

Iran Urges Tunisia’s Action in UNSC against US Sanctions

President of Iran Hassan Rouhani has called on Tunisia to wield its power as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council to stimulate concerted action against the “cruel and inhumane” US sanctions on the Iranian nation amid the outbreak of coronavirus.

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.

Nowruz; Centuries-Old Tradition Keeping People Together

If the underlying messages of Nowruz are promoted, disputes, cruelty and insatiable greed will die down in society.

Walnut Cookie; A Tehrani Sweet for Nowruz

Walnut cookie is one of the sweets usually served during Nowruz. It has been made at home since old times, especially by the residents of Tehran.

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.

Rouhani Says US Offer of Help for Iran ‘Historical Lie’

Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says Tehran does not need Washington's aid to fight the new coronavirus outbreak.

Boloni; A Fortune-Telling Ritual Performed in Nowruz

The Boloni ritual, a less-known ritual performed in Iran during Nowruz holidays, predicts the good and bad events of the New Year for the person doing it based on the country’s literary heritage and the Iranian people’s belief in good and bad luck.

Iran Says ‘Alarmed’ by Consequences of Afghanistan Presidential Dispute

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran has released an official statement on Sunday about the ongoing developments in the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.

Iran Left Out of World Bank Meeting on COVID-19

Iran’s representative in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) says the World Bank has excluded the Islamic Republic from a gathering on the battle with coronavirus.