In an effort to slow down the third wave of the coronavirus in Iran, President Hassan Rouhani said the country would fine those not following the health guidelines that have been recommended by the Health Ministry.
Rouhani announced the fines Oct. 1 at a meeting of the National Headquarters for Combatting Coronavirus. He said the fines would be applicable to offices, private businesses and public spaces. Provinces would have some discretion in how strict they would be required to adhere to the health protocols. The plan to issue fines for those not wearing masks was initially presented Aug. 18, but in recent statements by administration officials, it appears they are at least threatening to do so now.
