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Iranians from all walks of life follow news on nuclear talks because of the sensitivity of the talks between Iran and P5+1and their effects on people’s life and future, says a media expert.
The Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution has voiced dissatisfaction with the increasing number of inmates and called for serious measures to stop the wave.
Zarif called on the world to carry out its “legal and moral responsibility” toward the victims and their families and facilitate the punishment of the perpetrators of such inhumane acts.
We can reach a conclusion “with political will” and if all sides “move forward based on what we have already agreed without excessive demands," the top diplomat noted.
Ayatollah Khamenei said knowing one's enemies is one of the crucial requirements of the current era and warned against attempts to whitewash the crimes of the enemies.
Rahmani Fazli said that if the international bodies and other countries cooperate with Iran, the campaign against illicit drugs will definitely reach its objectives.
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has reaffirmed that the Islamic Republic seeks a fair deal with the P5+1 countries, saying he will be going to the Austrian capital of Vienna – the venue of talks with the six countries – “to secure a fair and lasting deal.”
Tehran has slammed US allegations of civil rights violations in Iran, saying the charges come as the US sees the highest number of human rights violations against people of color and widespread protests against such abuses.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman has condemned Friday’s deadly attacks in Kuwait, Tunisia, and France, calling for collective and urgent measures to eradicate terrorism and counter extremists.
Iran's foreign minister has said that the interests of some at home and in the region might be tied to showdown between Iran and the rest of the world; but it has nothing to do with our ideals.
A former Iranian diplomat Abdolreza Farajirad says that nothing can prevent Iran and six world powers from clinching a comprehensive nuclear deal, even the Zionist and Arab lobbies.
FM Zarif has said that we can continue – not extend – the talks until we reach results, adding if no deal is clinched by July 1, it could happen on July second or third, or even later.
The Guardian Council says that it has not found a parliamentary bill on safeguarding Iran's nuclear rights and achievements as contrary to the Constitution.
The Leader expressed Iran’s firm opposition to “unconventional inspections, questioning Iranian figures, and the inspection of military sites” as red lines for the country.
The president added that Iran’s foreign policy is based on constructive interaction with other countries while maintaining national independence and dignity as the country’s red lines.
Zarif said in case of such failure, the US will have lost a major opportunity, but the Iranians are accustomed to making necessary sacrifices to preserve their dignity and rights.
An Iranian MP says that a parliamentary bill on safeguarding Iran’s nuclear achievements and rights can help the negotiating team and will not tie their hands.
Eleven people were taken into custody for interrupting the president earlier this month. They were later released after promising not to disrupt public speeches again.