Covid 19 iran cancels jumaat prayers in major cities amid outbreak

Yes, that's correct. In March 2020, Iran's government announced that it would cancel Friday prayers in major cities, including Tehran, to help contain the spread of COVID-19.

The decision was made after a surge in cases and deaths in the country, which was one of the worst-affected countries in the Middle East at the time. The government also closed schools, universities, and non-essential businesses, and imposed travel restrictions to try to slow the spread of the virus.

Friday prayers are an important part of Iranian culture and are typically attended by large crowds. However, the government decided to cancel them to reduce the risk of transmission and to help protect the public's health.

The cancellation of Friday prayers was seen as a significant measure to combat the spread of COVID-19 in Iran, and it was widely reported in the international media.