Coronavirus

Iran’s Coronavirus Figures Surge Again

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,979 new cases of COVID-19 infection and 81 new fatalities in 24 hours, reporting the highest figures in weeks.

‘Several Iranian Firms Working on Coronavirus Vaccine Development’

A number of Iranian companies have stepped into the domain of developing vaccines for the COVID-19 virus.

Iran among Leading Countries in Fight against Coronavirus: Health Minister

The Iranian health minister says Iran is one of the world's leading countries in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

Iran’s Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,516 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, raising the total number of cases to 151,466.

Iran’s COVID-19 Death Toll Rises to 7,734

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 57 more patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall fatalities to 7,734.

Iran Reopens Mosques, Lifts Restrictions on Shopping Malls

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has announced new policies to ease restrictions which were in place since the outbreak of the coronavirus.

First Iranian LifeBot Medical Robot Unveiled in Tehran

Researchers at a knowledge-based Iranian company have designed and built a medical robot that reduces communication between the doctor and the patient with its features in the event of a high-transmission outbreak.

Iran Records Highest One-Day COVID-19 Cases

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,819 new cases of COVID-19 infections, the highest number of increase in more than a month.

113,000 Iranian Patients Recover from COVID-19, Released from Hospital

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 112,988 COVID-19 patients have so far recovered from the disease and been discharged from the hospital.

Will COVID-19 Pandemic Impact Iran’s 2021 Presidential Election?

An Iranian political analyst has weighed in on the repercussions of the Coronavirus outbreak on the Iranian politics, especially in the coming year when the country's presidential election is to be held.

Iran Confirms over 2,000 New Cases of COVID-19 Infection

Iran’s Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,080 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, raising the total number of cases to 141,591.

COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran: Death Toll Surpasses 7,500

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 57 more patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall fatalities to 7,508.

Iran Reports Lowest Daily Increase in COVID-19 Fatalities Since Lockdown

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says only 34 people have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the lowest number of daily fatalities in 80 days.

COVID-19 in Iran: Total Number of Cases Exceeds 135,000

Iran’s Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,180 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, increasing the total number of cases to 135,701.

Iran, Turkey Move to Reopen Land, Air Borders

The presidents of Iran and Turkey have discussed plans to reopen the land and air borders between the two neighbours and restart trade exchanges in compliance with the health protocols.

104,000 COVID-19 Patients Discharged from Iran Hospitals after Full Recovery

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 104,072 COVID-19 patients have so far recovered from the disease and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran to Reopen Holy Shrines Nationwide despite COVID-19 Pandemic

The Iranian president says holy sites across the nation will reopen the day after the Eid al-Fitr, but the health protocols should be observed as before in order to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Iran’s COVID-19 Death Toll Rises to 7,300: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 51 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall fatalities to 7,300.

Over 100,000 Recover from COVID-19 in Iran

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 100,564 COVID-19 patients have so far recovered from the disease and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran to Resume Trade with Arab States in Compliance with Health Protocols

Iran says it has agreed with five Arab nations to resume business relations while adhering to health protocols and enforcing them at the borders.

Iran on Brink of Containing Coronavirus: Rouhani

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has once again hailed the achievements gained in the fight against the coronavirus saying the country is now on the verge of containing the virus.  

Iran Confirms 2,346 New Cases of COVID-19 Infection

Iran’s Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,346 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, increasing the total number of cases to 126,949.

All Products Needed to Deal with Corona Produced Inside Iran: VP

An Iranian Vice President says the Islamic Republic does not need to import equipme‌‌nt to deal with the coronavirus, as all the needs are met inside the country.

Over 97,000 Recover from COVID-19 in Iran

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 97,173 COVID-19 patients have so far recovered from the disease and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran Reopens Outdoor Centres of Recreation as Coronavirus Peters Out

Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism Ali-Asghar Mounesan has ordered the reopening of open-air recreational centres, parks and mountaineering sites in compliance with the health protocols as the coronavirus outbreak is gradually being brought under control.

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