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Pressure has been mounting on Iran to release all of its prisoners amid fears that coronavirus spread in its jail could go unchecked. The United Nations has now asked Tehran to temporarily free inmates especially those who are political prisoners. Watch report:

WION Dispatch: Iran releases 70,000 inmates amid coronavirus outbreak

The first batch of 58 pilgrims who had been stuck in Iran, one of the worst coronavirus-affected nation, arrived at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad on Tuesday morning.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar tweeted about it on Twitter.

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IAF's C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft had departed for Iran on Monday from Hindon Air Force Station here to bring back Indian nationals stuck in Iran.

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Iran is among the countries most affected by the novel coronavirus. The country has reported 7,161 cases of the disease so far while 237 people have died of the infection,&nbsp;the highest outside of China.

The IAF aircraft had earlier been sent to the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan with about 15 tonnes of medical equipment and had brought back 76 Indians and 36 foreign nationals.

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The External Affairs Minister had informed on Monday that the screening process of Indian nationals stranded in Iran has started and follow up arrangements were being discussed with Iranian authorities to bring them back.

"We are working on the return of other Indians stranded there," the dignitary also said in his twitter thread today.

Earlier in the day today, Jaishankar met families of Indian students stranded in Iran and assured them that the Centre has been facilitating their early return to India.

Around 40 Indian citizens are stranded at Qom city in Iran. New Delhi has sent a team of doctors to Iran for screening and has established a clinic at Qom.

Iranian Embassy here has also assured that the Indian citizens with no symptoms of the virus will be transferred to India and those whose medical test results are positive will be hospitalised in one of the advanced special medical centres designated by Iran`s Ministry of Health.&nbsp;

The first batch of 58 pilgrims who had been stuck in Iran, one of the worst coronavirus-affected nation, arrived at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad on Tuesday morning.

The first batch of 58 pilgrims who had been stuck in Iran, one of the worst coronavirus-affected nation, arrived at the Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad on Tuesday morning. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar tweeted about it on Twitter. First batch of 58 Indian pilgrims being brought back from #Iran. IAF C-17 taken off from Tehran and expected to land soon in Hindon. pic.twitter.com/IqZ8NUK1M6 — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 10, 2020 × Thanks to the efforts of our Embassy @India_in_Iran and Indian medical team there, operating under challenging conditions. Thank you @IAF_MCC. Appreciate cooperation of Iranian authorities. We are working on the return of other Indians stranded there. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 10, 2020 × IAF's C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft had departed for Iran on Monday from Hindon Air Force Station here to bring back Indian nationals stuck in Iran. Also read: EAM Jaishankar visits Kashmir, meets parents of students stranded in Iran Iran is among the countries most affected by the novel coronavirus. The country has reported 7,161 cases of the disease so far while 237 people have died of the infection, the highest outside of China. The IAF aircraft had earlier been sent to the coronavirus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan with about 15 tonnes of medical equipment and had brought back 76 Indians and 36 foreign nationals. Also read: COVID-19: IAF's C-17 departs for Iran to evacuate stranded Indians The External Affairs Minister had informed on Monday that the screening process of Indian nationals stranded in Iran has started and follow up arrangements were being discussed with Iranian authorities to bring them back. "We are working on the return of other Indians stranded there," the dignitary also said in his twitter thread today. Earlier in the day today, Jaishankar met families of Indian students stranded in Iran and assured them that the Centre has been facilitating their early return to India. Around 40 Indian citizens are stranded at Qom city in Iran. New Delhi has sent a team of doctors to Iran for screening and has established a clinic at Qom. Iranian Embassy here has also assured that the Indian citizens with no symptoms of the virus will be transferred to India and those whose medical test results are positive will be hospitalised in one of the advanced special medical centres designated by Iran`s Ministry of Health.

COVID-19: IAF plane with 58 Indian pilgrims from Iran lands at Hindon airbase

Earlier this month, the World Health Organization estimated the mortality rate for COVID-19 was about 3 percent, which the organization said was higher than the common flu.

According to US Prez; Coronavirus is a sort of Flu

India will be evacuating its pilgrims first from Iran, followed by the Indians students stranded in the country in the backdrop of novel coronavirus outbreak.

India to evacuate pilgrims from Iran,talking with Tehran

IAF C-17 Globemaster carrying the first batch of 58 Indian pilgrims, lands at Hindon air force station in Ghaziabad from Tehran, Iran.

India airlifts batch of 58 citizens from Iran

India on Monday sent an IAF C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft to coronavirus-hit Iran to evacuate stranded Indians over there, the Indian Air Force said.

India sends C-17 Globemaster to Iran to bring back Indians

Iran on Tuesday reported 54 deaths from the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the highest one-day toll since the start of the outbreak in the country, reported news agency AFP.

Iran on Tuesday reported 54 deaths from the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the highest one-day toll since the start of the outbreak in the country, reported news agency AFP. The new deaths bring the number of those killed by the virus in the Islamic republic to 291, the health ministry's spokesman Kianoush Jahanpour said in a televised conference. He added that 881 new cases had been confirmed, bringing the total infection tally to 8,042. Watch | Ayatollah Khamenei Cancels New Year Speech over Coronavirus outbreak × Iran and Italy are two worst-hit countries outside China. Italy's death toll from the novel coronavirus increased by 133 to 366 Sunday while the number of infections rose by a single-day record of 1,492 to hit 7,375. Italy has recorded the most deaths of any country outside China and the second-most COVID-19 infections in the world. (With inputs from AFP)

Iran reports 54 new coronavirus deaths, highest single-day toll

The second round of the Formula One Championship is set to be hosted by Bahrain, the island kingdom has faced an outbreak of the novel coronavirus.&nbsp;

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To cope up with the virus, the organizers have announced that the race will be conducted without any spectators. The announcement was made on Sunday.&nbsp;

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"Convening a major sporting event, which is open to the public and allows thousands of international travellers and local fans to interact in close proximity would not be the right thing to do at the present time," they said.

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The race, which will be held on March 22, will only be televised due to the announcement.&nbsp;

"But to ensure that neither the sport nor its global supporter base, is unduly impacted, the race weekend itself will still go ahead as a televised event."

The Middle East has been hit by the novel coronavirus ever since its origin in Wuhan. Total of 6,980 confirmed cases are seen in the whole of the Middle East out of which 6,566 are in Iran. Bahrain faces 80 cases of COVID-19.&nbsp;

Earlier, Chinese Grand Prix was postponed due to the virus outbreak, the Grand Prix was scheduled to take place on April 19 in the Shanghai International Circuit which is approximately 800 kilometres away from Wuhan (the epicentre of the outbreak). However, due to the outbreak, the governing body had decided to postpone the event. The new date is yet to be declared.&nbsp;

Australian Grand Prix will continue as per the schedule with no hindrance due to the virus.&nbsp;

The second round of the Formula One Championship is set to be hosted by Bahrain, the island kingdom has faced an outbreak of the novel coronavirus. In pics: Sporting events that fell victim to coronavirus!

The second round of the Formula One Championship is set to be hosted by Bahrain, the island kingdom has faced an outbreak of the novel coronavirus. In pics: Sporting events that fell victim to coronavirus! To cope up with the virus, the organizers have announced that the race will be conducted without any spectators. The announcement was made on Sunday. Also read: 'We are all systems go': Australia, Bahrain F1 race to go ahead despite coronavirus fears "Convening a major sporting event, which is open to the public and allows thousands of international travellers and local fans to interact in close proximity would not be the right thing to do at the present time," they said. Also read: Chinese F1 Grand Prix postponed due to coronavirus The race, which will be held on March 22, will only be televised due to the announcement. "But to ensure that neither the sport nor its global supporter base, is unduly impacted, the race weekend itself will still go ahead as a televised event." The Middle East has been hit by the novel coronavirus ever since its origin in Wuhan. Total of 6,980 confirmed cases are seen in the whole of the Middle East out of which 6,566 are in Iran. Bahrain faces 80 cases of COVID-19. Earlier, Chinese Grand Prix was postponed due to the virus outbreak, the Grand Prix was scheduled to take place on April 19 in the Shanghai International Circuit which is approximately 800 kilometres away from Wuhan (the epicentre of the outbreak). However, due to the outbreak, the governing body had decided to postpone the event. The new date is yet to be declared. Australian Grand Prix will continue as per the schedule with no hindrance due to the virus.

F1: Bahrain Grand Prix will be held with no spectators due to coronavirus fears

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday made a surprise visit to Kashmir where he met parents of those students who are stranded in Iran amid Coronavirus outbreak.&nbsp;

This is the first visit to the state by the minister after he took charge of the EAM.&nbsp;

Jaishankar's landed at Srinagar airport in the morning and directly went to meet the family members and assured them of the safe return of their wards.

"The minister assured us that students will be brought back safely but we are worried about our children," a parent told WION after meeting the minister.&nbsp;

He said the minister told them the priority is to bring back pilgrims and then the students.

Around a hundred parents from different districts of the valley had arrived to meet the minister. The meeting lasted for an hour after which he went to the regional passport office in Srinagar where he, according to sources, directed the officials to help the stranded with passport issues.

"We have requested the minister to take all the necessary precautions to bring them (students) back soon. The virus is spreading fast, so we are worried," said Nazir Ahmad, whose ward is studying in Iran.

The parents also raised the demand to increase the medical screening centres, so that the evacuation is timely.

Iran has reported 49 new deaths from novel coronavirus in the last 24 hours. This has taken the death toll in the Islamic Republic to 194 with 6,566 confirmed cases. 
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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday made a surprise visit to Kashmir where he met parents of those students who are stranded in Iran amid Coronavirus outbreak.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday made a surprise visit to Kashmir where he met parents of those students who are stranded in Iran amid Coronavirus outbreak. This is the first visit to the state by the minister after he took charge of the EAM. Jaishankar's landed at Srinagar airport in the morning and directly went to meet the family members and assured them of the safe return of their wards. "The minister assured us that students will be brought back safely but we are worried about our children," a parent told WION after meeting the minister. He said the minister told them the priority is to bring back pilgrims and then the students. Around a hundred parents from different districts of the valley had arrived to meet the minister. The meeting lasted for an hour after which he went to the regional passport office in Srinagar where he, according to sources, directed the officials to help the stranded with passport issues. "We have requested the minister to take all the necessary precautions to bring them (students) back soon. The virus is spreading fast, so we are worried," said Nazir Ahmad, whose ward is studying in Iran. The parents also raised the demand to increase the medical screening centres, so that the evacuation is timely. Iran has reported 49 new deaths from novel coronavirus in the last 24 hours. This has taken the death toll in the Islamic Republic to 194 with 6,566 confirmed cases.

EAM Jaishankar visits Kashmir, meets parents of students stranded in Iran

Indian Air Force's C-17 Globalmaster has left for Iran to evacuate Indian stranded in the country as the coronavirus pandemic spreads in the west Asian country. The plane with 14 Air Force officers and four medical staff is led by Wing Commander Karan Kapoor and will be landing in the Iranian capital at 2 am IST.&nbsp;

While no details have been given on how many Indians will be brought back, the number could be 100 or more.&nbsp;

The C17 leaves Tehran at 4 am IST and reaches India at 9 am IST on Tuesday.&nbsp;

This is the second time C17 is being sent to evacuate Indians this year.&nbsp;In February end, India had sent C17 to evacuate Indians from Wuhan, China.

Sources said, more sorties of IAF can be expected to evacuate Indian citizens in coming days.&nbsp;

India will be evacuating its pilgrims first from Iran, followed by students stranded in the country in the backdrop of coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

New Delhi has also set up a medical screening centre in the central Iranian city of Qom, which is the worst impacted by the pandemic.&nbsp;

The Indian government is negotiating with the Iranian government to establish more screening centres in other cities of Iran.

Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with parents of stranded Indian students in Srinagar and assured that the Indian government is doing its best to bring them back.

The Indian govt will be facilitating the return via normal civil aviation channels by resuming and rearranging flights and medical screening before leaving Iran. Currently, there are no direct flights between India and Iran as the flight operation stands cancelled due to coronavirus epidemic.

Iran evacuated 215 of its citizens from India. A flight from Iran arrived in India on Saturday carrying swab samples of 180 Indians. The samples are being tested at a laboratory in AIIMS. Six scientists from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) are stationed in Iran.

Indian Air Force's C-17 Globalmaster has left for Iran to evacuate Indian stranded in the country as the coronavirus pandemic spreads in the west Asian country. The plane with 14 Air Force officers and four medical staff is led by Wing Commander Karan Kapoor and will be landing in the Iranian capital at 2 am IST.

Indian Air Force's C-17 Globalmaster has left for Iran to evacuate Indian stranded in the country as the coronavirus pandemic spreads in the west Asian country. The plane with 14 Air Force officers and four medical staff is led by Wing Commander Karan Kapoor and will be landing in the Iranian capital at 2 am IST. While no details have been given on how many Indians will be brought back, the number could be 100 or more. The C17 leaves Tehran at 4 am IST and reaches India at 9 am IST on Tuesday. This is the second time C17 is being sent to evacuate Indians this year. In February end, India had sent C17 to evacuate Indians from Wuhan, China. Sources said, more sorties of IAF can be expected to evacuate Indian citizens in coming days. India will be evacuating its pilgrims first from Iran, followed by students stranded in the country in the backdrop of coronavirus pandemic. New Delhi has also set up a medical screening centre in the central Iranian city of Qom, which is the worst impacted by the pandemic. The Indian government is negotiating with the Iranian government to establish more screening centres in other cities of Iran. Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with parents of stranded Indian students in Srinagar and assured that the Indian government is doing its best to bring them back. The Indian govt will be facilitating the return via normal civil aviation channels by resuming and rearranging flights and medical screening before leaving Iran. Currently, there are no direct flights between India and Iran as the flight operation stands cancelled due to coronavirus epidemic. Iran evacuated 215 of its citizens from India. A flight from Iran arrived in India on Saturday carrying swab samples of 180 Indians. The samples are being tested at a laboratory in AIIMS. Six scientists from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) are stationed in Iran.

COVID-19: IAF's C-17 departs for Iran to evacuate stranded Indians  

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Iran has released approximately 70,000 prisoners because of the coronavirus outbreak in the country, Iranian judiciary chief Ebrahim Raisi said on Monday, according to Mizan, the news site of the judiciary.

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"The release of the prisoners, to the point where it doesn't create insecurity in society ... will continue," he said.

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Raisi did not specify if or when those released would need to return to jail.

Iran has released approximately 70,000 prisoners because of the coronavirus outbreak in the country, Iranian judiciary chief Ebrahim Raisi said on Monday, according to Mizan, the news site of the judiciary.

Iran has released approximately 70,000 prisoners because of the coronavirus outbreak in the country, Iranian judiciary chief Ebrahim Raisi said on Monday, according to Mizan, the news site of the judiciary. Also read: Number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Pakistan reaches 7 "The release of the prisoners, to the point where it doesn't create insecurity in society ... will continue," he said. Watch: × Raisi did not specify if or when those released would need to return to jail.

Iran releases about 70,000 prisoners because of coronavirus: Judiciary Chief

Saudi Arabia has suspended aircraft and ship services Monday with nine countries amid the novel coronavirus outbreak.

Saudi Bans air and ship travel with 9 nations

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during a surprise visit to Srinagar on Monday, met family members of the students who are stuck in Iran amid the coronavirus scare that has gripped more that has 100 countries across the world.

The Union minister, yesterday, said that the screening process of Indian pilgrims stranded in Iran has started and follow up arrangements are being discussed with Iranian authorities to bring them back.

But the parents during a meeting with Jaishankar also urged the Centre to bring back the children studying in Iran. "We are very thankful to him for looking into the matter so keenly.&nbsp; Even we are trying to cooperate with the Government of India. Being a parent it is also very difficult to see our children panicking there. They are discussing bringing back the pilgrim; we want our children to also be evacuated soon."

Iran is among the countries worst-hit by the coronavirus outbreak. Some 194 people have now died after contracting the viral infection there.

Around 40 Indian citizens are stranded at Qom city in Iran. New Delhi has sent a team of doctors to Iran for screening and has established a clinic at Qom.

A parent said, "External Affairs Minister has given us an assurance that he will get our children back from Iran; we have requested him to do it at the earliest. But it will take some time. The minister did not reveal any particular time frame for the evacuation. Our children are in distress as they have been quarantined within the four walls of the dormitory. They do not even have proper access to food and medicines."

Iranian Embassy here has also assured that the Indian citizens with no symptoms of the virus will be transferred to India and those whose medical test results are positive will be hospitalized in one of the advanced special medical centers designated by Iran's Ministry of Health.

Jaishankar will also visit Passport Seva Kendra in Baramulla district of north Kashmir.&nbsp;

 
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during a surprise visit to Srinagar on Monday, met family members of the students who are stuck in Iran amid the coronavirus scare that has gripped more that has 100 countries across the world.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during a surprise visit to Srinagar on Monday, met family members of the students who are stuck in Iran amid the coronavirus scare that has gripped more that has 100 countries across the world. The Union minister, yesterday, said that the screening process of Indian pilgrims stranded in Iran has started and follow up arrangements are being discussed with Iranian authorities to bring them back. But the parents during a meeting with Jaishankar also urged the Centre to bring back the children studying in Iran. "We are very thankful to him for looking into the matter so keenly. Even we are trying to cooperate with the Government of India. Being a parent it is also very difficult to see our children panicking there. They are discussing bringing back the pilgrim; we want our children to also be evacuated soon." Iran is among the countries worst-hit by the coronavirus outbreak. Some 194 people have now died after contracting the viral infection there. Around 40 Indian citizens are stranded at Qom city in Iran. New Delhi has sent a team of doctors to Iran for screening and has established a clinic at Qom. A parent said, "External Affairs Minister has given us an assurance that he will get our children back from Iran; we have requested him to do it at the earliest. But it will take some time. The minister did not reveal any particular time frame for the evacuation. Our children are in distress as they have been quarantined within the four walls of the dormitory. They do not even have proper access to food and medicines." Iranian Embassy here has also assured that the Indian citizens with no symptoms of the virus will be transferred to India and those whose medical test results are positive will be hospitalized in one of the advanced special medical centers designated by Iran's Ministry of Health. Jaishankar will also visit Passport Seva Kendra in Baramulla district of north Kashmir.

Will 'get them back at earliest': Jaishankar assures families of Indians stuck in Iran

A senior member of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, Farhad Dabirian, was "martyred" in Syria on Friday, Fars news agency reported, without giving details of how he died.

The agency, which is close to the Revolutionary Guards, described Dabirian as a "defender of Sayida Zainab shrine," the holy Shi'ite Muslim site south of Damascus, and as a former commander of the Guards in Palmyra, the ancient city in central Syria.

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The Guards and Shi'ite proxy groups from other countries including Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq and Lebanon are fighting alongside Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's military in the nine-year-old civil war.

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The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based organisation which reports on the war, said a senior Iranian Revolutionary Guards' commander was assassinated in the Sayeda Zeinab area south of Damascus.

A senior member of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, Farhad Dabirian, was "martyred" in Syria on Friday, Fars news agency reported, without giving details of how he died.

A senior member of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, Farhad Dabirian, was "martyred" in Syria on Friday, Fars news agency reported, without giving details of how he died. The agency, which is close to the Revolutionary Guards, described Dabirian as a "defender of Sayida Zainab shrine," the holy Shi'ite Muslim site south of Damascus, and as a former commander of the Guards in Palmyra, the ancient city in central Syria. Also Read: Hardline Guards make early gains in restricted Iran election The Guards and Shi'ite proxy groups from other countries including Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq and Lebanon are fighting alongside Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's military in the nine-year-old civil war. Also Read: Iran won't hand over 'damaged' black box of crashed Ukrainian plane: Foreign Minister Zarif The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based organisation which reports on the war, said a senior Iranian Revolutionary Guards' commander was assassinated in the Sayeda Zeinab area south of Damascus.

Senior member of Iran's Revolutionary Guards killed in Syria: Report

The swab samples of Indians stranded in Iran will arrive in India on Saturday morning, the Iranian Embassy said in a statement. The flight will also carry back many of the Iranian nationals stranded in India. The nationals were stranded after directs flights between the two countries were cancelled by India over coronavirus fears.

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The Indian Aviation Minister, Hardeep Singh Puri earlier in the day said: "Evacuation of Indians from Iran is being planned in consultation with the Ministry of Health and Government of Iran"

The Iranian mission has also suggested "more and adequate flights to New Delhi and Mumbai" to ensure stranded nationals of both the countries can return swiftly.

Six experts from the Indian Council of Medical Research and Health Ministry are in Iran to facilitate the process of return of Indian nationals.&nbsp; 
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The swab samples of Indians stranded in Iran will arrive in India on Saturday morning, the Iranian Embassy said in a statement. The flight will also carry back many of the Iranian nationals stranded in India.

The swab samples of Indians stranded in Iran will arrive in India on Saturday morning, the Iranian Embassy said in a statement. The flight will also carry back many of the Iranian nationals stranded in India. The nationals were stranded after directs flights between the two countries were cancelled by India over coronavirus fears. Also read: UK people lost 800,000 pounds in coronavirus-related scams The Indian Aviation Minister, Hardeep Singh Puri earlier in the day said: "Evacuation of Indians from Iran is being planned in consultation with the Ministry of Health and Government of Iran" The Iranian mission has also suggested "more and adequate flights to New Delhi and Mumbai" to ensure stranded nationals of both the countries can return swiftly. Six experts from the Indian Council of Medical Research and Health Ministry are in Iran to facilitate the process of return of Indian nationals.

Coronavirus: Swab samples of stranded Indians in Iran to reach on Saturday

Adviser to Iran's foreign minister dies of coronavirus

An adviser to Iran's foreign minister who took part in the 1979 US embassy hostage crisis has died from coronavirus, the official IRNA news agency reported.

Hossein Sheikholeslam, "a veteran and revolutionary diplomat" died late Thursday, IRNA said.

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Iran has been scrambling to contain the rapid spread of coronavirus which so far has infected 3,513 people and killed at least 107 people in the Islamic republic.

Six of those who died from coronavirus are politicians or government officials.

Before his death Sheikholeslam was advisor to Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.

A former ambassador to Syria, he also served as deputy foreign minister from 1981 to 1997.

Sheikholeslam was also one of the students involved in the 1979 Iran hostage crisis.

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That year, and less than nine months after the toppling of the American-backed shah, Iranian students stormed the US embassy in Tehran and took 52 Americans hostage.

This prompted Washington to sever diplomatic ties with Iran in 1980.

The hostages were freed in January 1981, after 444 days in captivity.

The novel coronavirus has also claimed the lives of other high-profile Iranian officials, including Mohammad Mirmohammadi of the Expediency Council which advises supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Other officials who died of coronavirus include MP Mohammad Ali Ramezani and Mojtaba Pourkhanali, an agriculture ministry official, both from Gilan, one of the country's worst-hit provinces.

The others were Ahmad Toyserkani, an adviser to the judiciary chief, Hadi Khosroshahi, a former envoy to Vatican and Mojtaba Fazeli, a secretary to a senior cleric.

Tehran MP Fatemeh Rahbar is currently in a coma after being infected, according to ISNA news agency.

A host of other officials have been infected and are under quarantine, including vice-president Masoumeh Ebtekar, deputy health minister Iraj Harirchi and grand ayatollah Musa Shobairi Zanjani, who is considered one of the highest religious authorities.

Iran has closed schools and universities, suspended major cultural and sporting events and reduced working hours across the country to halt the rapid spread of coronavirus, which has spread to all of its 31 provinces

Adviser to Iran's foreign minister dies of coronavirus An adviser to Iran's foreign minister who took part in the 1979 US embassy hostage crisis has died from coronavirus, the official IRNA news agency reported.

Adviser to Iran's foreign minister dies of coronavirus An adviser to Iran's foreign minister who took part in the 1979 US embassy hostage crisis has died from coronavirus, the official IRNA news agency reported. Hossein Sheikholeslam, "a veteran and revolutionary diplomat" died late Thursday, IRNA said. Also Read: Prominent cleric dies as coronavirus death toll rises to 26 in Iran Iran has been scrambling to contain the rapid spread of coronavirus which so far has infected 3,513 people and killed at least 107 people in the Islamic republic. Six of those who died from coronavirus are politicians or government officials. Before his death Sheikholeslam was advisor to Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif. A former ambassador to Syria, he also served as deputy foreign minister from 1981 to 1997. Sheikholeslam was also one of the students involved in the 1979 Iran hostage crisis. Also Read: Coronavirus in Iran: Three senior politicians die, total death toll rises to 107 That year, and less than nine months after the toppling of the American-backed shah, Iranian students stormed the US embassy in Tehran and took 52 Americans hostage. This prompted Washington to sever diplomatic ties with Iran in 1980. The hostages were freed in January 1981, after 444 days in captivity. The novel coronavirus has also claimed the lives of other high-profile Iranian officials, including Mohammad Mirmohammadi of the Expediency Council which advises supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Other officials who died of coronavirus include MP Mohammad Ali Ramezani and Mojtaba Pourkhanali, an agriculture ministry official, both from Gilan, one of the country's worst-hit provinces. The others were Ahmad Toyserkani, an adviser to the judiciary chief, Hadi Khosroshahi, a former envoy to Vatican and Mojtaba Fazeli, a secretary to a senior cleric. Tehran MP Fatemeh Rahbar is currently in a coma after being infected, according to ISNA news agency. A host of other officials have been infected and are under quarantine, including vice-president Masoumeh Ebtekar, deputy health minister Iraj Harirchi and grand ayatollah Musa Shobairi Zanjani, who is considered one of the highest religious authorities. Iran has closed schools and universities, suspended major cultural and sporting events and reduced working hours across the country to halt the rapid spread of coronavirus, which has spread to all of its 31 provinces

Adviser to Iran's foreign minister dies of coronavirus

A senior US official on Thursday accused Iran of lying to its own people over the extent of the coronavirus outbreak and expressed dismay Tehran had refused an offer of American help.

Brian Hook, the US State Department's envoy on Iran, said Tehran's response to the virus was one reason Iranian authorities were enduring a "crisis of legitimacy".

"Iran lied to its own people about the coronavirus," Hook told reporters on a trip to Paris to coordinate policy with Europe.

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"It told them it was not anything to worry about but at the same time the virus was spreading throughout Iran."

Iranian authorities have put the death toll from the Covid-19 virus at 107, making it one of the worst-hit countries after China.

"Today as a result of the government's mismanagement and not being transparent with its own people Iran has one of the world's worst outbreaks of the coronavirus," Hook said.

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The US, which has had no diplomatic relations with Iran since the hostage crisis that followed the 1979 Islamic Revolution, had offered help to Iran to fight the virus outbreak but Tehran rejected the offer.

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has blamed "vicious" US sanctions for depriving Iranians of medication.

"We know there are gaps in their health system and we wanted to close those gaps," said Hook. "We wish they had accepted our sincere offer."

A senior US official on Thursday accused Iran of lying to its own people over the extent of the coronavirus outbreak and expressed dismay Tehran had refused an offer of American help.

A senior US official on Thursday accused Iran of lying to its own people over the extent of the coronavirus outbreak and expressed dismay Tehran had refused an offer of American help. Brian Hook, the US State Department's envoy on Iran, said Tehran's response to the virus was one reason Iranian authorities were enduring a "crisis of legitimacy". "Iran lied to its own people about the coronavirus," Hook told reporters on a trip to Paris to coordinate policy with Europe. Also read: South Korea's total number of coronavirus jumps to over 5,700 "It told them it was not anything to worry about but at the same time the virus was spreading throughout Iran." Iranian authorities have put the death toll from the Covid-19 virus at 107, making it one of the worst-hit countries after China. "Today as a result of the government's mismanagement and not being transparent with its own people Iran has one of the world's worst outbreaks of the coronavirus," Hook said. Watch: × The US, which has had no diplomatic relations with Iran since the hostage crisis that followed the 1979 Islamic Revolution, had offered help to Iran to fight the virus outbreak but Tehran rejected the offer. Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has blamed "vicious" US sanctions for depriving Iranians of medication. "We know there are gaps in their health system and we wanted to close those gaps," said Hook. "We wish they had accepted our sincere offer."

US envoy says Iran 'lied to own people' over coronavirus

International war crimes judges ruled on Thursday that a probe into wartime abuses in Afghanistan must go ahead, including looking into possible atrocities committed by US forces, as they overturned a previous court ruling.

The move was immediately hailed by human rights organisations as a "pivotal moment" for victims of the central Asian country's 18-year-war since the 2001 US invasion.

Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei urged India on Thursday to "confront extremist Hindus" and "stop the massacre of Muslims", adding to the international fallout over deadly Hindu-Muslim violence in New Delhi.

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At least 44 people were killed and hundreds injured in the worst communal riots in the Indian capital in decades, triggered by clashes between supporters of a new citizenship law and those against it.

"The hearts of Muslims all over the world are grieving over the massacre of Muslims in India," Khamenei said in a tweet in English, just days after New Delhi rebuked Iran's foreign minister for commenting on the same issue.

"Iran condemns the wave of organized violence against Indian Muslims," Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tweeted on Monday, in response to which New Delhi summoned the Islamic Republic's ambassador and lodged a protest.

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"We do not expect such comments from a country like Iran," ministry spokesman Raveesh Kumar said in a statement later.

The citizenship law provides non-Muslims from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan a fast track to Indian citizenship.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist government says this is required to help minorities from those mainly Muslim countries.

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Critics argue the law discriminates against Muslims and violates the spirit of India's secular constitution.

Hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in protests since December.

Earlier this week, the office of the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights said it intended to approach India's Supreme Court about the citizenship law.

International war crimes judges ruled on Thursday that a probe into wartime abuses in Afghanistan must go ahead, including looking into possible atrocities committed by US forces, as they overturned a previous court ruling.

International war crimes judges ruled on Thursday that a probe into wartime abuses in Afghanistan must go ahead, including looking into possible atrocities committed by US forces, as they overturned a previous court ruling. The move was immediately hailed by human rights organisations as a "pivotal moment" for victims of the central Asian country's 18-year-war since the 2001 US invasion. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei urged India on Thursday to "confront extremist Hindus" and "stop the massacre of Muslims", adding to the international fallout over deadly Hindu-Muslim violence in New Delhi. Also read: Coronavirus: Iran officials reported with sincerity and transparency since day one, says Khamenei At least 44 people were killed and hundreds injured in the worst communal riots in the Indian capital in decades, triggered by clashes between supporters of a new citizenship law and those against it. "The hearts of Muslims all over the world are grieving over the massacre of Muslims in India," Khamenei said in a tweet in English, just days after New Delhi rebuked Iran's foreign minister for commenting on the same issue. "Iran condemns the wave of organized violence against Indian Muslims," Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tweeted on Monday, in response to which New Delhi summoned the Islamic Republic's ambassador and lodged a protest. Also see: Our future has been burnt here: Rahul Gandhi on gutted school in riot-hit northeast Delhi "We do not expect such comments from a country like Iran," ministry spokesman Raveesh Kumar said in a statement later. The citizenship law provides non-Muslims from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan a fast track to Indian citizenship. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist government says this is required to help minorities from those mainly Muslim countries. Watch: × Critics argue the law discriminates against Muslims and violates the spirit of India's secular constitution. Hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in protests since December. Earlier this week, the office of the U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights said it intended to approach India's Supreme Court about the citizenship law.

Iran's Khamenei asks India to stop attacks on Muslims after deadly riots

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said an Indian medical team will reach Iran during the day and the authorities here are working on the logistics with their Iranian counterparts for the return of the Indians stranded there in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in the country.

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Jaishankar said the Indian medical team was likely to set up its first clinic at Qom by the evening to start screening for coronavirus.

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"Update for Indians stranded in #Iran and for their families: Our medical team for screening arrives in Iran today. Hope to establish first clinic at Qom by this evening. Screening process will start immediately thereafter. Working on logistics of return with Iranian authorities," the minister said in a tweet.

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said an Indian medical team will reach Iran during the day and the authorities here are working on the logistics with their Iranian counterparts for the return of the Indians stranded there in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in the country.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said an Indian medical team will reach Iran during the day and the authorities here are working on the logistics with their Iranian counterparts for the return of the Indians stranded there in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak in the country. Also read: Jaishankar says India needs to fashion appropriate diplomacy to tackle issues of digitized world Jaishankar said the Indian medical team was likely to set up its first clinic at Qom by the evening to start screening for coronavirus. Also see: EAM Jaishankar compares US-Taliban peace deal to Pakeezah movie trailer release "Update for Indians stranded in #Iran and for their families: Our medical team for screening arrives in Iran today. Hope to establish first clinic at Qom by this evening. Screening process will start immediately thereafter. Working on logistics of return with Iranian authorities," the minister said in a tweet. Update for Indians stranded in #Iran and for their families: Our medical team for screening arrives in Iran today. Hope to establish first clinic at Qom by this evening. Screening process will start immediately thereafter. Working on logistics of return with Iranian authorities. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 5, 2020 × "Group of Ministers constantly monitoring progress. Understand the concern of families. Keep faith," he said in another tweet. Group of Ministers constantly monitoring progress. Understand the concern of families. Keep faith. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 5, 2020 ×

Working on logistics with Iranians for return of Indians due to coronavirus: Foreign Minister Jaishankar

Iran on March 3 announced that 92 people have died from coronavirus. Several Iranian officials have also been infected with the coronavirus and one senior official died from an infection on March 2.

WION Dispatch: Top Iranian officials infected by coronavirus

Human rights group Amnesty International on Wednesday accused the Iranian security forces of killing 23 children, mostly with live ammunition, during a November crackdown on anti-government protests.

Protests broke out across Iran from November 15 after the announcement of a surprise petrol price rise. The authorities responded with a crackdown that Amnesty has already said left 304 people dead, a figure vehemently disputed by Tehran.

Amnesty said in its new report it had evidence that at least 23 children were killed, with 22 of them killed by the security forces "unlawfully firing live ammunition at unarmed protesters and bystanders."

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The children killed included 22 boys, aged between 12 and 17, and a girl reportedly aged between eight and 12.

"There must be independent and impartial investigations into these killings, and those suspected of ordering and carrying them out must be prosecuted in fair trials," said Philip Luther, Amnesty's research and advocacy director for the Middle East and North Africa.

'Quash dissent at any cost'

Twelve of the 23 deaths -- recorded in 13 cities in six provinces across the country --- took place on 16 November, a further eight on 17 November, and three on 18 November, according to Amnesty.

"The fact that the vast majority of the children's deaths took place over just two days is further evidence that Iranian security forces went on a killing spree to quash dissent at any cost," said Luther. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Amnesty International said it had written to Iran's Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli with the names of the 23 children recorded as killed but had received no response.&nbsp;

It said relatives of some of the children killed described being subjected to harassment and intimidation, including surveillance and interrogations by intelligence and security officials.&nbsp;

It said this corresponded with a broad pattern of families of those killed in protests being intimidated by the state to prevent them talking openly about the deaths.&nbsp;

"Families of children killed during the protests are facing a ruthless campaign of harassment to intimidate them from speaking out," said Luther, denouncing a "state cover-up".

Its report was based on evidence from videos and photographs, as well as death and burial certificates, accounts from eyewitnesses and victims' relatives as well as information gathered from human rights activists and journalists. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In one child's case, there were conflicting reports on the cause of death, with one source referring to fatal head injuries sustained by beatings by security forces and another referring to the firing of metal pellets at the victim's face from a close distance, it said.

Human rights group Amnesty International on Wednesday accused the Iranian security forces of killing 23 children, mostly with live ammunition, during a November crackdown on anti-government protests.

Human rights group Amnesty International on Wednesday accused the Iranian security forces of killing 23 children, mostly with live ammunition, during a November crackdown on anti-government protests. Protests broke out across Iran from November 15 after the announcement of a surprise petrol price rise. The authorities responded with a crackdown that Amnesty has already said left 304 people dead, a figure vehemently disputed by Tehran. Amnesty said in its new report it had evidence that at least 23 children were killed, with 22 of them killed by the security forces "unlawfully firing live ammunition at unarmed protesters and bystanders." Also read: 'Screw Iran! Screw America!': Thousands of Iraqis rally against government, Tehran and US The children killed included 22 boys, aged between 12 and 17, and a girl reportedly aged between eight and 12. "There must be independent and impartial investigations into these killings, and those suspected of ordering and carrying them out must be prosecuted in fair trials," said Philip Luther, Amnesty's research and advocacy director for the Middle East and North Africa. 'Quash dissent at any cost' Twelve of the 23 deaths -- recorded in 13 cities in six provinces across the country --- took place on 16 November, a further eight on 17 November, and three on 18 November, according to Amnesty. "The fact that the vast majority of the children's deaths took place over just two days is further evidence that Iranian security forces went on a killing spree to quash dissent at any cost," said Luther. Also read: Protests in Iran seen as a consipiracy to destabilise current political regime Amnesty International said it had written to Iran's Interior Minister Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli with the names of the 23 children recorded as killed but had received no response. It said relatives of some of the children killed described being subjected to harassment and intimidation, including surveillance and interrogations by intelligence and security officials. It said this corresponded with a broad pattern of families of those killed in protests being intimidated by the state to prevent them talking openly about the deaths. "Families of children killed during the protests are facing a ruthless campaign of harassment to intimidate them from speaking out," said Luther, denouncing a "state cover-up". Its report was based on evidence from videos and photographs, as well as death and burial certificates, accounts from eyewitnesses and victims' relatives as well as information gathered from human rights activists and journalists. In one child's case, there were conflicting reports on the cause of death, with one source referring to fatal head injuries sustained by beatings by security forces and another referring to the firing of metal pellets at the victim's face from a close distance, it said.

Iran killed two dozen children in November crackdown on anti-government protests: Amnesty

India has summoned Iran Envoy Ali Chegeni over remarks made by Iran FM Javad Zarif.&nbsp;

New Delhi lodged&nbsp;a strong protest over remarks made by Zarif on "matters internal to India."

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Iran FM in a tweet on Monday evening condemned the riots in Delhi in a tone that riled Indian authorities.&nbsp;

Zarif in the tweet said, "Iran condemns the wave of organised violence against Indian Muslims."

Adding, "For centuries, Iran has been a friend of India. We urge Indian authorities to ensure the wellbeing of ALL Indians &amp; not let senseless thuggery prevail. Path forward lies in peaceful dialogue and rule of law."

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The development comes even as both sides are engaging with each other.&nbsp;Many Indian &amp; Iranian citizens are stranded in each other's countries over coronavirus fears.&nbsp;

India has summoned Iran Envoy Ali Chegeni over remarks made by Iran FM Javad Zarif. New Delhi lodged a strong protest over remarks made by Zarif on "matters internal to India.

India has summoned Iran Envoy Ali Chegeni over remarks made by Iran FM Javad Zarif. New Delhi lodged a strong protest over remarks made by Zarif on "matters internal to India." Also read: UN team arrives as death toll in coronavirus climbs to 66 in Iran Iran FM in a tweet on Monday evening condemned the riots in Delhi in a tone that riled Indian authorities. Zarif in the tweet said, "Iran condemns the wave of organised violence against Indian Muslims." Adding, "For centuries, Iran has been a friend of India. We urge Indian authorities to ensure the wellbeing of ALL Indians & not let senseless thuggery prevail. Path forward lies in peaceful dialogue and rule of law." Also read: Government working with Iran to bring home stranded Indians: Jaishankar The development comes even as both sides are engaging with each other. Many Indian & Iranian citizens are stranded in each other's countries over coronavirus fears.

India summons Iran envoy over FM's remarks on Delhi riots

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Tuesday defended his country's handling of coronavirus and said that the Iran officials reported with sincerity and transparency since day one.

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Tuesday defended his country's handling of coronavirus and said that the Iran officials reported with sincerity and transparency since day one. ''The coronavirus has affected many countries. Our officials have reported with sincerity and transparency since day one. However, some countries where the outbreak has been more serious have tried to hide it. Of course, we ask God to heal the sick in those countries too,'' Khamenei said in a Tweet. The #Coronavirus has affected many countries. Our officials have reported with sincerity and transparency since day one. However, some countries where the outbreak has been more serious have tried to hide it. Of course, we ask God to heal the sick in those countries too. — Khamenei.ir (@khamenei_ir) March 3, 2020 × Iran has had the highest number of deaths from coronavirus outside China, where it originated, and several officials have been infected -- including the head of Iran's emergency medical services, ILNA news agency reported on Tuesday. The death of one top official was reported on Monday. Khamenei said government bodies and the armed forces should give full support to the health ministry and that Iranian authorities have dealt transparently with the virus's spread. "Don't violate the recommendations and instructions of the responsible authorities in terms of prevention, in terms of keeping hands, face and living environment clean and not infecting these and preventing the infection of these," he said. Khamenei also said the outbreak should not be overblown.

Coronavirus: Iran officials reported with sincerity and transparency since day one, says Khamenei

In an attempt to contain the further spread of coronavirus cases in India, the central government on Tuesday cancelled all visa/eVisa issued to Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan nationals on or before March 3.

In an attempt to contain the further spread of coronavirus cases in India, the central government on Tuesday cancelled all visa/eVisa issued to Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan nationals on or before March 3. The ban is for those who had yet not entered India. In a statement, the government said this decision would be implemented with immediate effect. The announcement comes a day after India reported two new confirmed coronavirus cases. The first case was reported in Delhi while the other was in Telangana. On Monday, the health ministry in a statement said they had travel histories to Italy and Dubai, respectively. Besides this, the government has also revised its travel advisory in wake of the global coronavirus epidemic. The government said the new advisory is being issued in view of the emerging global scenarios regarding COVID-19 (name of the disease caused by coronavirus) and that this advisory would replace all earlier advisories. The new travel advisory states: All regular (sticker) visas/e-Visa (including visa on arrival for Japan and South Korea) granted to nationals of Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan, and issued on or before march 3, 2020 and who have not yet entered India, stand suspended with immediate effect. Those requiring to travel to India due to compelling reasons, may seek fresh visa from nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. Regular (sticker) visa/ e-visa granted to nationals of China, issued on or before February 5 were suspended earlier. It shall remain in force. Those needing to travel to India under compelling circumstances may apply for fresh visa to nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. Regular (sticker) visas/e-visas granted to all foreign nationals who have travelled to China, Iran, Italy, South Korea and Japan on or after February 1, and who have not yet entered India stand suspended with immediate effect. Those requiring to travel to India under compelling circumstances may apply for fresh visa to nearest Indian Embassy/Consulate. Diplomats, officials of the United Nations and other international bodies, OCI cardholders and aircrew from above countries are exempted from such restriction on entry. However, their medical screening is compulsory. Passengers of all international flights entering into India from any port are required to furnish duly filled self declaration form (including personal particulars i.e. phone number and address in India) and travel history, to health officials and immigration officials at all ports. Passengers (foreign and Indian) other than those restricted, arriving directly or indirectly from China, South Korea, Japan, Iran, Italy, Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand, Singapore and Taiwan must undergo medical screening at port of entry. Indian citizens are advised to refrain from travel to China, Iran, Republic of Korea, Italy and advised to avoid non-essential travel to other COVID-19 affected countries. Meanwhile, Air India has asked passengers, who travelled on February 25 with person who tested positive for coronavirus, to follow Health Ministry protocols. The notification was issued on Twitter after one of the passengers on the flight was tested positive for coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Govt cancels all visa/eVisa issued to Italy, Iran, South Korea and Japan nationals 

India on Tuesday summoned Iranian Ambassador Ali Chegeni and lodged a strong protest with him over the comments made by Iran's foreign minister Javad Zarif over violence in Delhi.

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Official sources said that the Iranian envoy was conveyed that Zarif commented on a matter which is purely internal to India.

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In a tweet on Monday, Zarif said," Iran condemns the wave of organised violence against Indian muslims." 
"The Iranian Ambassador in Delhi was summoned on Tuesday and a strong protest was lodged over the comments made by Zarif on the matter internal to India," a source said.

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India on Tuesday summoned Iranian Ambassador Ali Chegeni and lodged a strong protest with him over the comments made by Iran's foreign minister Javad Zarif over violence in Delhi.

India on Tuesday summoned Iranian Ambassador Ali Chegeni and lodged a strong protest with him over the comments made by Iran's foreign minister Javad Zarif over violence in Delhi. Also read: Delhi violence: The price society pays for violence is immeasurable and enormous Official sources said that the Iranian envoy was conveyed that Zarif commented on a matter which is purely internal to India. Also read: Delhi violence: US issues advisory for its citizens as death toll rises to 27 In a tweet on Monday, Zarif said," Iran condemns the wave of organised violence against Indian muslims." "The Iranian Ambassador in Delhi was summoned on Tuesday and a strong protest was lodged over the comments made by Zarif on the matter internal to India," a source said.

India summons Iranian envoy over comments by Iran's foreign minister on Delhi violence

Major&nbsp;concerts&nbsp;and&nbsp;events&nbsp;in the United Arab Emirates, an air transit centre as well as a tourism and business hub, have been&nbsp;cancelled&nbsp;or&nbsp;postponed&nbsp;as the coronavirus&nbsp;spreads&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Gulf.

There have been at least 1,641 cases of the&nbsp;virus&nbsp;in the&nbsp;Gulf&nbsp;region, mostly in Iran where 66 people have died. Cases have also been reported in other Middle East nations.

The March 5-6 electronic music Ultra festival at Abu Dhabi's 25,000-capacity Du arena and the March 21 K-pop concert Music Bank at Dubai's 17,000-capacity Coca Cola Arena have been&nbsp;cancelled.

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Organisers of Ultra, where electronic group Major Lazer and DJ Afrojack were to perform, cited travel restrictions imposed by some countries and airlines in the wake of the rapidly-spreading&nbsp;virus.

South Korea's national broadcaster KBS and crowdfunding platform Makestar, organisers of the K-pop concert, said Music Bank was&nbsp;cancelled&nbsp;because of the spread of the epidemic in South Korea and elsewhere.

The&nbsp;UAE, which has reported 21 cases, regularly hosts major conferences,&nbsp;concerts&nbsp;and sporting&nbsp;events, a significant draw-card for foreign visitors.

Also see:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/handshake-no-thanks-coronavirus-changes-global-habits-283893">Handshake? No thanks! Coronavirus changes global habits</a>

The&nbsp;UAE&nbsp;central bank will reassess its forecast for economic growth in 2020 due to the coronavirus&nbsp;outbreak, an official said on Tuesday.

A women's forum and yoga festival in Abu Dhabi and a carnival in Dubai for the Hindu holi festival, all in March, have also been&nbsp;cancelled&nbsp;or rescheduled.

Meanwhile, American rapper and producer Russ said his March 27 concert in Dubai will now take place in November because of the&nbsp;virus.

"I know, wild lol (laugh out loud) but outta my control," he said on Twitter.

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I have to postpone the Dubai show due to the coronavirus. I know, wild lol but outta my control..but your tickets will all be valid for the new date which will be November 27 this year. 
 
Sorry again, I’m kinda shocked as well 😔 🤷‍♂️
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Dubai has&nbsp;postponed&nbsp;its March boat show until November and Abu Dhabi&nbsp;postponed&nbsp;the ITU World Triathlon event this month, after earlier cancelling a cycling tournament where two elite participants were diagnosed with the&nbsp;virus.

Major concerts and events in the United Arab Emirates, an air transit centre as well as a tourism and business hub, have been cancelled or postponed as the coronavirus spreads in the Gulf.

Major concerts and events in the United Arab Emirates, an air transit centre as well as a tourism and business hub, have been cancelled or postponed as the coronavirus spreads in the Gulf. There have been at least 1,641 cases of the virus in the Gulf region, mostly in Iran where 66 people have died. Cases have also been reported in other Middle East nations. The March 5-6 electronic music Ultra festival at Abu Dhabi's 25,000-capacity Du arena and the March 21 K-pop concert Music Bank at Dubai's 17,000-capacity Coca Cola Arena have been cancelled. Also read: Gulf bourses dive as coronavirus hits oil price Organisers of Ultra, where electronic group Major Lazer and DJ Afrojack were to perform, cited travel restrictions imposed by some countries and airlines in the wake of the rapidly-spreading virus. South Korea's national broadcaster KBS and crowdfunding platform Makestar, organisers of the K-pop concert, said Music Bank was cancelled because of the spread of the epidemic in South Korea and elsewhere. The UAE, which has reported 21 cases, regularly hosts major conferences, concerts and sporting events, a significant draw-card for foreign visitors. Also see: Handshake? No thanks! Coronavirus changes global habits The UAE central bank will reassess its forecast for economic growth in 2020 due to the coronavirus outbreak, an official said on Tuesday. A women's forum and yoga festival in Abu Dhabi and a carnival in Dubai for the Hindu holi festival, all in March, have also been cancelled or rescheduled. Meanwhile, American rapper and producer Russ said his March 27 concert in Dubai will now take place in November because of the virus. "I know, wild lol (laugh out loud) but outta my control," he said on Twitter. 🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪 I have to postpone the Dubai show due to the coronavirus. I know, wild lol but outta my control..but your tickets will all be valid for the new date which will be November 27 this year. Sorry again, I’m kinda shocked as well 😔 🤷‍♂️ — Russ (@russdiemon) March 2, 2020 × Watch: × Dubai has postponed its March boat show until November and Abu Dhabi postponed the ITU World Triathlon event this month, after earlier cancelling a cycling tournament where two elite participants were diagnosed with the virus.

Concerts, sports events in UAE cancelled, postponed as virus spreads in Gulf

The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3,000 across the world. And at the moment — close to 88,000 people are infected globally. Mainland China has reported 42 new deaths — all fatalities are from the virus epicentre Hubei province.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-braces-for-more-coronavirus-cases-death-toll-rises-in-south-korea-iran-italy-283604">Also read: World braces for more coronavirus cases; death toll rises in South Korea, Iran, Italy</a> 
 
South Korea has confirmed 586 new cases of Covid-19 in the last 24 hours. This brings the infected toll to a whopping 3,700 cases.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-wages-all-out-responses-to-virus-with-586-new-cases-283567">South Korea wages 'all-out responses' to virus with 586 new cases</a>

87 per cent of those new cases have been found in the southeastern city of Daegu — which is about 300 km southeast of the capital Seoul.

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South Korea has been worst affected outside mainland China. The prevention and control efforts against the epidemic have been tightened up across the country.

Meanwhile — parts of the world are recording first cases of Covid-19.The Caribbean country of the Dominican Republic has confirmed its first case of coronavirus.

The infected patient is of Italian descent. Dominican republic is the fourth South American country to be affected by the outbreak — after Brazil, Mexico, and Ecuador.

The US state of Rhode Island has also confirmed its first infected case.

The patient is in their 40s and had travelled to Italy in mid-February. Now — remember — Italy remains one of the virus hotbeds outside mainland china.

The first reported death in the US was confirmed over the weekend in Seattle — this prompted the governor of Washington to declare a state of emergency. At the moment there are about 60 positive cases across the US.

The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3,000 across the world. And at the moment — close to 88,000 people are infected globally. Mainland China has reported 42 new deaths — all fatalities are from the virus epicentre Hubei province.

The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3,000 across the world. And at the moment — close to 88,000 people are infected globally. Mainland China has reported 42 new deaths — all fatalities are from the virus epicentre Hubei province. Also read: World braces for more coronavirus cases; death toll rises in South Korea, Iran, Italy South Korea has confirmed 586 new cases of Covid-19 in the last 24 hours. This brings the infected toll to a whopping 3,700 cases. Also read: South Korea wages 'all-out responses' to virus with 586 new cases 87 per cent of those new cases have been found in the southeastern city of Daegu — which is about 300 km southeast of the capital Seoul. South Korea has been worst affected outside mainland China. The prevention and control efforts against the epidemic have been tightened up across the country. Meanwhile — parts of the world are recording first cases of Covid-19.The Caribbean country of the Dominican Republic has confirmed its first case of coronavirus. The infected patient is of Italian descent. Dominican republic is the fourth South American country to be affected by the outbreak — after Brazil, Mexico, and Ecuador. The US state of Rhode Island has also confirmed its first infected case. The patient is in their 40s and had travelled to Italy in mid-February. Now — remember — Italy remains one of the virus hotbeds outside mainland china. The first reported death in the US was confirmed over the weekend in Seattle — this prompted the governor of Washington to declare a state of emergency. At the moment there are about 60 positive cases across the US.

Coronavirus: Close to 88,000 people infected, more than 3,000 dead globally

Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan on Monday addressed the media about the coronavirus situation in India and said that the country has two positive cases of COVID-19 in Delhi and Telangana.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-new-coronavirus-cases-confirmed-in-delhi-and-telangana-283737" hreflang="en">Two new coronavirus cases confirmed in Delhi and Telangana</a>

"Screening of passengers being conducted at 21 airports, 12 major seaports, and 65 minor seaports. 5, 57,431 passengers have been screened so far at airports and 12,431 passengers have been screened on minor and major seaports," said Union Minister.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/government-working-with-iran-to-bring-home-stranded-indians-jaishankar-283618" hreflang="en">Government working with Iran to bring home stranded Indians: Jaishankar</a>

As the situation develops, the travel restrictions may be further extended to other countries also, said Harshvardhan

Under the travel advisory, existing visas including e-visas will remain suspended for China and Iran. As the situation develops, the travel restrictions may be further extended to other countries also, said the Health Minister.

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Earlier, in a statement released by Health Ministry on Monday, the government said while one positive case of the Covid-19 was detected in New Delhi, the other was reported from Telangana. The person from Delhi has travel history from Italy, while the one from Telangana has travel history from Dubai. Further details of his travel are being ascertained.

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Both patients are stable and being closely monitored.

Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan on Monday addressed the media about the coronavirus situation in India and said that the country has two positive cases of COVID-19 in Delhi and Telangana.

Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan on Monday addressed the media about the coronavirus situation in India and said that the country has two positive cases of COVID-19 in Delhi and Telangana. Also read: Two new coronavirus cases confirmed in Delhi and Telangana "Screening of passengers being conducted at 21 airports, 12 major seaports, and 65 minor seaports. 5, 57,431 passengers have been screened so far at airports and 12,431 passengers have been screened on minor and major seaports," said Union Minister. Also read: Government working with Iran to bring home stranded Indians: Jaishankar As the situation develops, the travel restrictions may be further extended to other countries also, said Harshvardhan Under the travel advisory, existing visas including e-visas will remain suspended for China and Iran. As the situation develops, the travel restrictions may be further extended to other countries also, said the Health Minister. × Earlier, in a statement released by Health Ministry on Monday, the government said while one positive case of the Covid-19 was detected in New Delhi, the other was reported from Telangana. The person from Delhi has travel history from Italy, while the one from Telangana has travel history from Dubai. Further details of his travel are being ascertained. Update on #COVID19: Two positive cases of #nCoV19 detected. More details in the Press Release.#coronoavirusoutbreak #CoronaVirusUpdate pic.twitter.com/kf83odGo8f — Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) March 2, 2020 × Both patients are stable and being closely monitored.

Coronavirus: Passengers undergoing screening at 21 airports, 12 seaports, says Harsh Vardhan

The Health Ministry officials on Monday confirmed that the doctors have detected two fresh cases of COVID-19.

Two patients - each in Delhi and Telangana - have tested positive to the virus. The identities of the victims were yet to be confirmed.

In a statement released by Health Ministry on Monday, the government said while one positive case of the Covid-19 was detected in New Delhi, the other was reported from Telangana. The person from Delhi has travel history from Italy, while the one from Telangana has travel history from Dubai. Further details of his travel are being ascertained.

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Both patients are stable and being&nbsp;closely monitored.

The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3,000 across the world. And at the moment -&nbsp;close to 88,000 people are infected globally. Mainland China has reported 42 new deaths -&nbsp;all fatalities are from the virus epicentre Hubei province.

The Health Ministry officials on Monday confirmed that the doctors have detected two fresh cases of COVID-19. Two patients - each in Delhi and Telangana - have tested positive to the virus.

The Health Ministry officials on Monday confirmed that the doctors have detected two fresh cases of COVID-19. Two patients - each in Delhi and Telangana - have tested positive to the virus. The identities of the victims were yet to be confirmed. In a statement released by Health Ministry on Monday, the government said while one positive case of the Covid-19 was detected in New Delhi, the other was reported from Telangana. The person from Delhi has travel history from Italy, while the one from Telangana has travel history from Dubai. Further details of his travel are being ascertained. Update on #COVID19: Two positive cases of #nCoV19 detected. More details in the Press Release.#coronoavirusoutbreak #CoronaVirusUpdate pic.twitter.com/kf83odGo8f — Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) March 2, 2020 × Both patients are stable and being closely monitored. The death toll from the global coronavirus outbreak has surged to over 3,000 across the world. And at the moment - close to 88,000 people are infected globally. Mainland China has reported 42 new deaths - all fatalities are from the virus epicentre Hubei province.

Two new coronavirus cases confirmed in Delhi and Telangana

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