Iran to hold run-off parliamentary elections on Sept 11
The first round of the parliamentary elections was held on February 21, and the runoff should have been held on April 17 but was delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The first round of the parliamentary elections was held on February 21, and the runoff should have been held on April 17 but was delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Iranian health official said 25 provinces are still in high-risk or alert condition over the virus resurgence.
The president said it was likely that until the end of the current Iranian year which ends on March 20, 2021, the country will be grappling with the disease.
So far, a total of 225,270 recoveries from the virus have been reported while 3,389 remain in critical condition, she said.
As for the vaccine to treat COVID-19, al-Tamimi said the ministry experts and advisors are in connection with the international companies and the World Health Organization (WHO).
Amid the coronavirus pandemic, Iraq has closed down all places of worship. Entertainment venues and the mass gatherings of citizens is also prohibited. Restaurants have been allowed to operate on delivery mode only.
The country suspended economic, sports and cultural activities since early March following the reports of first COVID-19 cases on February 19.
