Both countries have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has claimed more than 5,000 lives in the United States and more than 3,000 in Iran. Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif tweeted that "unlike the US -- which surreptitiously lies, cheats & assassinates -- Iran only acts in self-defence". SEE ALSO: The Trump year and his escapades"Don't be misled by usual warmongers, AGAIN," he said, addressing US President Donald Trump. Trump warned Iran on Wednesday that it would pay a "heavy price" in the event of further attacks on US troops. Iran has repeatedly called on the Trump administration to reverse its sanctions policy, which has been opposed even by US allies, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic hit.

Source: Standard Digital April 02, 2020 12:45 UTC