Daily look at Irans late-breaking news and upcoming events:
President urges Italys action against US attempt to block Irans IMF loan bid
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on Italy to stand up to the violation of international regulations by the US, which seeks to block Tehrans request for an emergency International Monetary Fund loan to fight the coronavirus.
Coronavirus death toll hits 5,297 in Iran
The head of Irans Health Ministrys Public Relations Office said on Tuesday that a total of 84,802 have been infected with COVID-19 in Iran, from whom 5,297 have lost their lives to the virus.
Iran working with UN to end Yemeni peoples suffering: Zarif
Irans Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif outlined the measures taken by the Islamic Republic to promote peace in the region and said the country is working with the UN to put an end to the suffering of the Yemeni people.
Iran ready to provide Azerbaijan with coronavirus fight equipment
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani expressed the countrys readiness to provide the Republic of Azerbaijan with the necessary equipment for containing the novel coronavirus and share its experiences in the battle with the contagious disease with neighboring states.
Iran, Russia, Turkey to discuss Syria situation
The Iranian, Russian and Turkish foreign ministers plan to hold a meeting via video conference on Wednesday to discuss the latest developments in Syria.
Irans Top General: IRGC shining in all areas
Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri lauded the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) for playing a key role in the development of Iran in various areas and giving people assistance in hard times.
Irans Judiciary refutes allegation of discriminatory treatment of foreign inmates
Irans Judiciary spokesperson dismissed allegations of discrimination against foreign prisoners made by the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights, noting that more than 1,000 foreign inmates in Iran have been granted leave following the outbreak of the coronavirus.