Death Toll from Coronavirus in Iran Rises to 611
The Iranian Health Ministry’s public relations director said since the outbreak of the new coronavirus in the country, 611 people have lost their lives and 4,339 others have completely recovered from the infectious disease.
Rouhani Lauds Leader order to Fight Coronavirus
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani appreciated the Leader of Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei for ordering the Armed Forces to establish special headquarters to combat the novel coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus Suspects Flee Hospital in India
Police in the Indian city of Nagpur has been hunting down suspects who fled the isolation ward of a local hospital where they were interned after showing coronavirus symptoms.
Coronavirus Cancels FIG World Cup Finals
The finals at the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) Apparatus World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan, were canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Mass Gatherings on Ban to Curb Covid-19: UK
UK government will introduce emergency laws next week to ban mass gatherings in an attempt to curb the coronavirus outbreak.
School Attendance Optional amid Coronavirus Outbreak: Moscow
Moscow will make school attendance optional starting on Monday in a bid to curb the spread of the coronavirus, its mayor said on Saturday.
US House Passes Bill after Declaring Virus Emergency
The US House of Representatives approved legislation early Saturday to provide direct relief to Americans suffering physically, financially and emotionally from the coronavirus.
UN Staff to Work from Home
All the UN staff at its headquarters in New York were told Friday to work from home for at least three weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus Pandemic: Worldwide Death Toll Surpasses 5000
The worldwide death toll from the coronavirus pandemic has surged past 5,000 with the total infected cases also rising to more than 140,000.
Iran Spokesman Appreciates Chinese Support for Coronavirus Fight
Iran spokesman outlined the measures the ministry has taken to tackle the novel coronavirus epidemic and attract foreign assistance, offering special gratitude to the Chinese government and nation for their support.