Coronavirus

Over 290,000 Iranians Infected by Novel Coronavirus: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says the number of Iranians who have tested positive for COVID-19 has increased to 291,172 after the detection of 2,333 new cases since yesterday.

COVID-19 Pandemic: Almost Entire Iran in ‘Red State’

A senior Iranian official says the whole country is in a “red state” as far as the coronavirus outbreak is concerned.

Iranian-Made Drug for COVID-19 to Hit Market in 3 Weeks: VP

A senior Iranian official says an Iranian-made medicine for coronavirus will hit the shelves in three weeks’ time.

Iran President Rules Out Cancellation of Mourning Ceremonies over Pandemic

The Iranian president says mourning ceremonies marking the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the third Shiite Imam, should be held gloriously while observing health protocols.

195 More Iranians Die of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 195 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall death toll to 15,484.

Some 250,000 Iranians Fully Recover from COVID-19

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman says 249,212 coronavirus patients have recovered from the disease so far and been discharged from the hospital.

Over 2,000 Iranian COVID-19 Patients Hospitalized in 24 Hours

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman says 2,621 new cases of coronavirus infection have been identified across the country in the past 24 hours, out of whom 2,004 have been hospitalized.

Iran Confirms over 2,500 New Cases of COVID-19 Infection

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman has reported 2,586 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, raising the total number of cases to 281,413.

Iran Welcomes Iraq’s Efforts to Mediate between Tehran, Riyadh

Spokesperson for the Iranian government has underlined Tehran’s determination to enhance relations with the neighbouring countries as a main priority, saying Iran would welcome any initiative for the promotion of amity with the other countries, except the US.

Record-High Number of Iranians Die of COVID-19 in 24 Hours

Iran has confirmed 229 COVID-19 fatalities in the past 24 hours, an all-time high number of deaths caused by the novel coronavirus since the beginning of the outbreak in the Islamic Republic.

240,000 COVID-19 Patients Released from Hospital after Full Recovery: Iran

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman says 240,087 coronavirus patients have recovered from the disease so far and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran Confirms 209 New Deaths Caused by COVID-19

Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 209 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall death toll to 14,188.

Tehran Municipality Uses Creative Way to Tell People to Wear Mask

The Municipality of Tehran's District 9 has used a creative way to remind citizens of the need to wear a mask in public places in order to contain the spread of the COVID-19.

Iran’s COVID-19 Death Toll Nears 14,000: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 188 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall death toll to 13,979.

Some 25 Million Iranians Have Contracted COVID-19: President

The Iranian president has cited a report by the Health Ministry suggesting an estimated 25 million people in the country have contracted the novel coronavirus so far.

230,000 Iranian Patients Recover from COVID-19

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman says 230,608 coronavirus patients have recovered from the disease so far and been discharged from the hospital.

200 More Iranians Die of COVID-19: Health Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 199 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall death toll to 13,410.

Iran Declares 12 Provinces as Coronavirus ‘Red Zone’

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says out of the country's 31 provinces, 12 are currently considered as high-risk "red zones" in terms of coronavirus transmission.

Wearing Mask More Effective Than Any COVID-19 Vaccine: Official

The Iranian health ministry has emphatically urged the use of face masks to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Iran’s COVID-19 Fatalities Hit 13,000: Health Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry spokeswoman says 203 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall death toll to 13,032.

Iranian Lawmaker Dies of COVID-19

Issa Jafari, the representative of the Iranian cities of Bahar and Kabudarahang in the Parliament, has died of the novel coronavirus.

Coronavirus Updates: 220,000 Patients Recover in Iran

Iran’s Health Ministry spokeswoman says 219,993 coronavirus patients have recovered from the disease so far and been discharged from the hospital.

US Most Evil of All Enemies: Iran’s Leader

Iran’s Islamic Revolution Leader has denounced the United States as the most evil and hideous of all enemies.

No Evidence Yet to Prove Coronavirus Spread via Air: Iran

The Iranian health minister says the novel coronavirus is not transmitted through the air despite "emerging reports" cited by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

Tehran Gyms to Be Closed for 7 Days as COVID-19 Cases Surge: Official

All gyms and sports club in the Iranian capital, Tehran, have been closed for a week due to the coronavirus outbreak.

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