Dozens Contract Coronavirus As Outbreak Hits Pakistan Jail
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Dozens of prisoners in a Pakistani jail have contracted the novel coronavirus, officials said, with more than 150 additional inmates potentially infected as cases of COVID-19 continue to soar in the country.
Zarif: Iran Ready to Help Turkey in COVID-19 Battle
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif voiced the country’s readiness to help Turkey to contain the novel coronavirus epidemic.
Over 27,000 Patients Recover from COVID-19 in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The number of coronavirus patients recovering and being released from the hospital in Iran has exceeded 27,000 as of Tuesday, while the number of deaths has decreased compared to a day before.
Iran on Verge of COVID-19 Containment in Some Provinces: Minister
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Minister of Health Saeed Namaki said the coronavirus pandemic is expected to be contained in a couple of provinces within the next few days.
Brazil Eyes Close Trade Ties with Iran to Mitigate Coronavirus Impact
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Brazilin President Jair Bolsonaro called for plans to enhance economic cooperation with Iran in the post-coronavirus era in order to make up for the losses caused by the outbreak of the pandemic.
Public Health Operations to Replace National Army Day Parades in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Instead of holding commemorative parades to celebrate the Army Day and the Ground Force Day on April 17, the military units will carry out nationwide health operations this year to assist the medical society in the battle with the coronavirus, a ranking commander said.
UN Security Council to Hold First Coronavirus Talks Thursday
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The UN Security Council will on Thursday hold its first meeting on the coronavirus pandemic -- by videoconference -- after weeks of divisions among its five permanent members, diplomats said Monday.
China Outraged after Brazil Minister Suggests COVID-19 Part of 'World Domination Plan'
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – China has demanded an explanation from Brazil after the far-right government’s education minister linked the coronavirus pandemic to Beijing’s “plan for world domination”, in a tweet imitating a Chinese accent.
China Posts Drop in Coronavirus Cases, Wuhan Lockdown Due to End
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Mainland China reported on Tuesday a drop in new coronavirus cases after closing its borders to virtually all foreigners to curb imported infections, while the central city of Wuhan, epicenter of the outbreak, saw no new deaths for the first time.
Top General: Iran Ready to Share Experiences in Coronavirus Fight with Turkey
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Armed Forces are prepared to share their experiences in the battle with the novel coronavirus with the military forces of Turkey, Iran’s highest-ranking military commander said.
US Death Toll from Coronavirus Surpasses 10,000
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Americans were put on notice Monday not to let up in the fight against the coronavirus, as a grim milestone of 10,000 deaths cast a pall over the first signs of optimism about the outbreak's trajectory.
Leader Authorizes Using €1 Billion from Iran National Fund for Coronavirus Fight
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei gave permission for withdrawing €1 billion from the National Development Fund of Iran to battle against the novel coronavirus and handle the consequences of the disease.
World Short of Six Million Nurses, WHO Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – As COVID-19 captures global headlines, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned Tuesday that the world needs nearly six million nurses.
Iranian Spokesman: No Interruption to Social Distancing
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The spokesperson for the Iranian administration dismissed speculation about a halt to the social distancing measures to counter the coronavirus pandemic, saying the government cares about both the health and economic life of people.
Iranians Familiar with Art of Living in Crisis, Top Security Official Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said Iranians have mastered the art of living in crisis.
UK's Johnson in Hospital for Tests, Government Says He's Still in Charge
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was undergoing tests in hospital on Monday as he is still suffering coronavirus symptoms 10 days after testing positive for COVID-19, but the government insisted he remained in charge.
Sweden’s Officials Warn of 'Thousands of Deaths'
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Lofven warned citizens to prepare for thousands of deaths following the country’s laid back attitude regarding the coronavirus.
Accused of Piracy, US Denies Diverting Masks Bound for Germany
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The United States had no knowledge of a shipment of face masks bound for Germany that officials in Berlin have accused it of diverting from an airport in Bangkok, a spokeswoman for the US embassy in Thailand said.
