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Stray dogs are collected and rehomed in Tehran

A project has been launched in the capital to rehome wandering dogs and treat those suffering from rabies.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb. 23

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Monday and picked headlines from 14 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

No casualties in explosion in front of former envoy’s residence

The improvised explosive device that went off in front of the ambassador’s residence did not cause any casualties.

Rouhani highlights strong public support for Iran’s nuclear approach

All polls indicate 80-plus percent public support for the administration’s nuclear approach, said the president.

Mr. Kissinger! You are sowing the wind!

Sharq daily in an opinion piece censures destructive attempts by the US war hawks like Kissinger to torpedo nuclear talks with Iran.

One table and seven Western miscalculations

In an opinion piece, Kayhan daily has brought under the microscope seven miscalculations of the West at the nuclear talks with Iran.

With or without sanctions, we’ll pursue resistance-based economy: VP

Eshagh Jahangiri described resistance-based economy as one which remains unfazed in the face of local and foreign shocks.

Time is perfect to cut dependence on oil: Economy minister

Dr. Ali Tayyebnia said the present juncture offers the best opportunity to reform the economy and cut dependence on oil.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb. 22

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Sunday and picked headlines from 16 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Either full deal or no deal: Iran

Iran’s foreign minister says the country will accept either an overarching nuclear agreement or no agreement at all.

Light a lantern and make a wish for peace

Lanterns of the Experience Project will carry messages of peace and coexistence to Turkey, India and France, asking café-goers to make a wish for peace.

Rainbow, a journey into light in Tehran

Rainbow is one out of 100 artworks by Germany’s Otto Piene which will be showcased in Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art for three weeks.

We seek innovation in talks: Deputy FM

Iranian negotiator Abbas Araghchi says parties to nuclear talks are after innovation and change to speed up things.

Minister defends “music” policy while observing religious criteria

To maintain the vitality and dynamism of Iranian music, everyone should make a contribution, said Jannati at the closing of the 30th International Fajr Music Festival.

FM reiterates inefficiency of sanctions policy against Iran

Zarif described respect and negotiations as the only things that would produce results when it comes to nuclear talks between Iran and P5+1.

Iran atomic energy head to join Geneva nuclear talks

Salehi and Moniz are to discuss “the technical issues” of nuclear negotiations between Iran and P5+1 in Geneva.

A look at Iranian newspaper front pages on Feb. 21

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of newspapers on Saturday and picked headlines from 20 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for their accuracy.

Iran should keep pace with global developments

Ali Jannati said some think their ideas are divine revelations and only what they think should be taken into account, but we do not share that view.

EU move to re-impose bans defies logic: Iran FM

“If the West really thinks that sanctions are effective, why is it negotiating with us?” Zarif asked.

European concerns over Iran are groundless

What is presented in Europe about the Middle East, including Iran, is not based on reality, said the Dutch musician.

Islamic establishment treats those under house arrest with tolerance

The secretary of Iran’s Human Rights Council has said the responsibility to protect people under house arrest lies with the security apparatus.

Official: Moderation brings down curtain on certain groups

An official at the Presidential Office has said that the youth should not allow to be affected by extremist groups and those who think that the revival of moderation would sound their death knell.

Kerman qanats up for global registration

A cultural heritage official in Kerman Province has said that Iran has submitted to UNESCO three qanats in Kerman as its nominees for the World Heritage List.

Iran, US to begin fresh nuclear talks Feb. 20: Iran negotiator

Iran and the US will launch a new round of nuclear talks in Geneva on February 20, said a senior Iranian negotiator.

Iran: Single-phase agreement only acceptable solution to nuclear standoff

The Foreign Ministry spokeswoman has said that Iran will accept an agreement in a single phase and all its details should be clear and it should contain no ambiguities