The organization announced the halt of all transactions at the Tehran Securities Exchange as well as over-the-counter and commodity-based transactions on Monday.
The SEO, however, said that physical market activities at mercantile exchanges go on as normal, adding that it will make more announcements regarding market activity in the coming days.
Sports, cultural activities halted
The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts also said that it has halted all programs scheduled for Cultural Heritage Week from May 18-24.
Cinemas and theaters across the country have also been closed until further notice following an order…
