IRGC Develops Temperature Screening Device for COVID-19
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) on Sunday unveiled a homegrown scanning system that detects the temperature of coronavirus-positive patients in crowded places.
Official Hails IRGC Efforts to Open 500-Bed Hospital in Eastern Tehran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Dr. Alireza Zali, who is in charge of Tehran's Coronavirus Combat Headquarters, praised the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps for opening a 500-bed mobile hospital in the capital amid the country’s ongoing fight against the virus pandemic.
Iran’s Defense Ministry Makes Advanced COVID-19 Test Kits
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Ministry of Defense has developed the third generation of test kits for diagnosing the novel coronavirus, an official said.
Some 70 Million Iranians Screened for Coronavirus: Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Deputy commander of Iran’s Basij Force said around 70 million people across the country have been screened for the novel coronavirus in a plan implemented with the participation of over 50,000 teams from Basij.
Iran Closely Monitoring US Military Moves in Region: Top General
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri said the country’s military forces are closely monitoring all movements by the US military in the region.
Iran to Give ‘Destructive Response’ to Enemies’ Slightest Mistake: IRGC
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warned that enemies will receive a crushing response in case of making the “slightest mistake” against Iran.
Iran Mass-Produces Homegrown Rapid Test Kits for COVID-19
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s Defense Ministry has begun the mass production of rapid coronavirus test kits which yield a faster result compared to PCR (Polymerase chain reaction) based kits.
Enemies Horrified by Iran’s Deterrent Power: General Staff
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran’s defensive deterrent power has struck “strategic horror” in the hearts of the Islamic Republic’s enemies, the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces said on Monday.
Over 58 Million Iranians Screened for COVID-19 Symptoms
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More than 58 million people have been screened for the new coronavirus symptoms as part of nation-wide efforts aimed at containing the spread of COVID-19 across Iran, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Hossein Baqeri said.
Iran to Boost Missiles’ Speed, Explosive Power: Defense Minister
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said the country is planning to increase the explosive power of its missile warheads while conducting research on boosting their speed.
IRGC Present to Defend Iranian Nation in All Conditions: Commander
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Major General Hossein Salami said it is the IRGC’s duty to be at the forefront of defending the Iranian nation in all circumstances and against anything that seeks to harm the nations.
IRGC’s Might, Influence Anger US, Iran’s Top General Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces described the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps as creator of great opportunities out of threats and crises, saying the IRGC’s power and its strategic influence have angered the US and isolated Iran’s enemies.
Commander Thanks IRGC Forces’ Valuable Efforts to Protect People’s Health
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Hossein Salami underlined that all IRGC forces are responsibly and zealously participating in the efforts to contain the novel coronavirus in Iran.
IRGC Launches Biodefense Drill
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Ground Force started a biological defense exercise across Iran with the participation of modern warfare units.
Iran Army Opens 2,000-Bed Medical Center in Tehran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian Army on Wednesday opened a makeshift medical center with 2,000 beds at a large fairground in Tehran, used as a hospital and a convalescent home for coronavirus patients.
IRGC to Stage Biodefense War Game, Massive Cleaning Operations
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Ground Force will launch a biological defense exercise and countrywide disinfection operations on Wednesday to help contain the coronavirus epidemic, a top commander said.
Crew Safe in IRGC Copter Incident
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The crew of a helicopter of the IRGC Ground Force’s Airborne Division are safe after the aircraft had an accident on Tuesday.
Iran Shoos Away Intruding F-18 Fighter Jet
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Air Defense has shooed away an intruding F-18 fighter jet over the Persian Gulf, IRIB reported.
