Coronavirus
The latest news about Coronavirus outbreak in Iran, including the latest death toll, number of COVID-19 infections, the number of recovered patients, and the measures taken by the government to contain the disease.
Iran Says Payment Problem for Buying COVID-19 Vaccine Resolved
The governor of the Central Bank of Iran says the problem of procuring the coronavirus vaccine has been solved.
No Traces of Mutated Coronavirus Found in Iran Yet: Health Minister
Iran’s health minister says no traces have been found in the country, yet, of the new strain of coronavirus identified in England.
Iran Reports Lowest Daily Rise in COVID-19 Fatalities Since Sep. 20
Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 153 new deaths caused by the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the lowest figure since September 20, increasing the overall death toll to 54,156.
No Worries about Supply of COVID-19 Vaccine: Iran’s President
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has given an assurance that the people do not need to be worried about getting a vaccine for coronavirus as all resources are tapped to both purchase the medication from abroad and hopefully produce one in the country in the coming months.
Iran’s COVID-19 Death Toll Hits 54,000: Health Ministry
Iran has confirmed 187 new deaths caused by the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall death toll to 54,003.
Iran’s Official COVID-19 Figures on December 21
Iran has confirmed 191 new deaths caused by COVID-19, and 6,151 new cases of infection with the virus in the past 24 hours.
Knowledge-Based Firms ‘Invaluable’ Assets in Fight against COVID-19: Rouhani
The Iranian president has expressed his gratitude to knowledge-based companies for producing medical equipment and working to develop a vaccine for coronavirus.
Iran Suspends Flights to UK for 2 Weeks after Emergence of New Strain of Coronavirus
Iran has suspended flights to the United Kingdom for two weeks following reports that Britain has identified a new strain of COVID-19 which spreads more quickly.
Millions of Iranians Celebrate Yalda Night in Shadow of Coronavirus
Iranian people from all walks of life celebrated on Sunday night one of the most ancient Persian celebrations called Yalda Night, the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, in the shadow of coronavirus outbreak.
Iran’s New COVID-19 Fatalities, Infections Down by 50% in Two Weeks
Iran has confirmed 177 new deaths caused by COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, the lowest figure since September 28, and 6,312 new cases of infection with the virus, a record-low since October 28.
Third Wave of COVID-19 Contained in Iran Thanks to People’s Cooperation: Rouhani
The Iranian president has expressed gratitude to people for their cooperation in helping contain a third surge in the coronavirus outbreak.
Iran Reports Lowest Single-Day Rise in COVID-19 Deaths in 80 Days
Iran has confirmed 178 new deaths caused by COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, the lowest figure since September 28, and 7,121 new cases of infection with the virus, a record-low since October 30.
Iran’s Official COVID-19 Figures on December 17
Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 212 new deaths caused by COVID-19, and 7,453 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours.
Daily Rise in Iran’s COVID-19 Fatalities Down to Lowest in Two Months
The Iranian Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 213 new fatalities caused by the novel coronavirus, the lowest figure reported since October 12.
Iran Opens Production Line for Coronavirus Drug ‘Remdesivir’
Iran has opened the production line for the anti-virus drug Remdesivir, which is said to be effective in COVID-19 treatment.
‘Knowledge-Based Firms Playing Key Role in Iran’s Battle with Pandemic’
Iran’s health minister says 1,500 knowledge-based companies are curently working in the domain of health, making great contribution to Iran's fight against COVID-19 pandemic.
Iran’s Official COVID-19 Figures on December 15
Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 223 new deaths caused by COVID-19, and 7,704 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours.
COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran: 250 New Deaths, 7,500 New orinq
Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 251 new deaths caused by COVID-19, and 7,501 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours.
Cab Driver Wins Reputation after Refusing to Charge COVID-19 Nurse
The driver of an Iranian ride hailing application has earned a reputation after refusing to charge a nurse working at a hospital's coronavirus ward.
Daily Rise in Iran’s COVID-19 Infections Down to Lowest Since Oct. 30
Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman has confirmed 7,451 new cases of COVID-19 infection in the past 24 hours, the lowest figure since October 30, raising the total number of cases to 1,108,269.
Health Minister Highlights Iran’s Heroic Struggle with Sanctions
Iranian Health Minister Saeed Namaki has hailed the country’s success to deal with the coronavirus pandemic and inaugurate new projects in spite of the unprecedented pressures and hostile sanctions.
800,000 Iranians Recover from COVID-19: Health Ministry
Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 800,743 COVID-19 patients have recovered from the disease or been discharged from the hospital so far.
Iran Urges CICA to Counter US Economic Terrorism amid Pandemic
Iran has called on the member states of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) to counter United States’ economic terrorism amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus Vaccination to Begin in Iran in Late December: Official
Iran says the process of injecting a homegrown coronavirus vaccine will start in late December 2020, and will take place in three phases.
COVID-19 Infections, Deaths Declining Thanks to Restrictions: President
The Iranian president says the trend of coronavirus infections and fatalities is on the decline thanks to the restrictions enforced and people’s cooperation.