Europe Prepares for More Lockdown Easing As Virus Hopes Rise
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Europe on Sunday prepared for a further cautious easing of coronavirus restrictions following signs the pandemic may be slowing, after Spaniards flocked to the streets to jog, cycle and rollerskate for the first time after 48 days of confinement.
Mosques to Reopen in 132 Cities in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Mosques in 132 Iranian cities in areas categorized as ‘white zones’ (coronavirus-free regions) will reopen as of Monday, President Hassan Rouhani said.
More than 80% of Inmates Test Positive for Coronavirus in US Prison
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A massive wave of coronavirus infections is blasting through the world's largest prison population in the United States even as officials begin opening up their economies, saying the disease has plateaued.
Coronavirus Cases in African Countries Top 40,000
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – There are more than 40,000 cases of the deadly coronavirus across Africa, according to Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data released on Saturday.
Second, Third Waves of Coronavirus Inevitable: Iranian Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Head of the Food and Drug Administration of Iran said he has no doubts about the second and even third waves of the coronavirus hitting the country later this year.
Russia, Pakistan Virus Cases Spike As Others Ease Controls
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russia and Pakistan reported their biggest one-day jumps in new coronavirus infections as some other countries and US states where case numbers are stabilizing allowed businesses and public activities to reopen.
80% of Patients Recover from Coronavirus in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Health Ministry said 80 percent of the coronavirus positive cases in the country have fully recovered from the infectious disease and left the hospital.
Iran Ready to Share Experiences in COVID-19 Battle with Friends: Top Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s highest-ranking military commander expressed the Iranian Armed Forces’ readiness to share their experiences in the fight against the novel coronavirus with friendly countries across the region.
US Coronavirus Response: White House Blocking Fauci from Testifying
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The White House has blocked Dr. Anthony Fauci from testifying about the response to the coronavirus crisis before the US House Appropriations Committee, a spokesman for the committee said.
‘Reopen California’ Protests Urge End to Pandemic Restrictions (+Video)
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Protesters marched in several cities across California on Friday demanding the easing of restrictions due to the coronavirus outbreak and denouncing Governor Gavin Newsom’s decision to shut down some beaches.
US States Loosen Lockdowns As Virus Drug Approved
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More US states eased pandemic lockdown measures on Friday even as coronavirus deaths rose, while American authorities green lighted an experimental drug for emergency use on patients.
AS Roma Praises Another Iranian Nurse
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Italian football club AS Roma has praised the Iranian nurse, Tohid Soleimani.
Over 76,000 Coronavirus Patients Recover in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Health Ministry spokesman Kianoosh Jahanpoor said on Friday that the total number of coronavirus cases in the country has reached 95,646, while over 76,000 have recovered from COVID-19.
4km Queue of People Wait to Collect Food in S. Africa (+Video)
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A drone captured a 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) queue of people waiting to collect food parcels in Centurion, South Africa, as the country's coronavirus lockdown continues.
UK Will Probably Miss Its Testing Target, Minister Admits
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A minister has admitted it is "probable" that the British government will fail to meet its target of 100,000 daily coronavirus tests by the end of this month.
President Unveils Smart Reopening Plan in Iran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s president said the successful implementation of smart social distancing program in the battle with the coronavirus is a prelude to ‘smart reopening’ stage, during which businesses and religious sites in areas categorized as ‘white zones’ would be allowed to reopen.
Over 75,000 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 75,100 as of Thursday, while the number of deaths has decreased compared to a day before.
Iran’s Zarif Discusses War on Coronavirus with Foreign Officials
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held talks with a number of officials from the neighboring countries to coordinate efforts in the battle with the novel coronavirus.
