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Saffron Harvest Season Begins in Iran

By
Seyedeh Maryam Hosseini Lahijani
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Major exporters of saffron in the world are Iran, Spain, Afghanistan, Portugal, France, Hong Kong, the Netherlands, Greece, China, Germany and Switzerland.

Iran’s share of saffron exports in 2016 stood at 42%, while Spain (29%), Afghanistan (8%), Portugal (5%), France (3%), and other countries of the world (13%) ranked next.

However, there is still a high potential for producing high-quality saffron, especially in various cities of Iran’s South Khorasan, North Khorasan, and Khorasan Razavi provinces in north-east of Iran, which are known for their great saffron.

Farouj region is one of these areas known for its vineyards. However, the continuing droughts and the need for irrigation and other problems of production and sale, including the unguaranteed sale of raisins, caused farmers to start growing saffron.

Farouj with 400 hectares of farms has the highest cultivation area in the province, and about 13 tonnes of saffron are harvested annually from these farms.

Here are photos of saffron harvest retrieved from Tasnim News Agency:

Mural by Two Australian Artists Unveiled in Tehran

By
Seyedeh Maryam Hosseini Lahijani
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Australian Ambassador to Tehran and the country’s cultural attaché attended the Sunday ceremony, during which the mural created by Guido van Helten and Fintan Magee was unveiled.

Two exquisite books and a plaque of appreciation were also offered to these two artists, and the Australian ambassador Ian Biggs unveiled the mural.

“This artwork has tried to showcase one of the Iranian arts. This is a memorable artwork in which the picture of two carpet menders is depicted. It is very meaningful for bilateral ties between Iran and Australia,” underlined the Australian Ambassador.

For his part, Fintan Magee said “I and my colleague Guido are always looking for beauty in our work. We travelled to various places in Iran and photographed traditional Iranian arts. By studying the arts, we came to the conclusion that we could portray the role of carpet menders.”

According to him, the process of drawing this mural was very interesting for both of them, and finally, with the help and guidance of the Iranian artists and Tehran municipality, they could create this beautiful artwork in Tehran.

“We live in a world which is full of industrial products, but paying attention to handicrafts was an important inspiration to us in drawing this mural,” he added.

What follows are photos of the ceremony and the mural retrieved from various sources:

Iran Supports UN Initiative for Afghanistan Peace: FM

By
IFP Editorial Staff
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Zarif made the comments in a Monday meeting with Tadamichi Yamamoto, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, in Tehran.

The Iranian top diplomat said Tehran is ready to work with the UN in all areas in Afghanistan and strongly supports the peace initiatives in the country.

For his part, Yamamoto appreciated Iran’s support for the establishment of peace and stability in Afghanistan.

He also called on Iran to continue playing its constructive role, especially at the forthcoming Afghanistan conference in Geneva, which is to be hosted jointly by the government of Afghanistan and the United Nations.

Iran Supports UN Initiative for Afghanistan Peace: FMGeneva Conference on Afghanistan is going to be held on 27-28 November in the Austrian city.

The goal of the conference is to show the solidarity of the international community with the Afghan people and the government in their efforts for peace and prosperity, and for the Afghan government to renew its commitment to development and reform.

Iran FM, UK Foreign Secretary Meet in Tehran

By
IFP Editorial Staff
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During the meeting, the two sides discussed various aspects of bilateral relations, including issues related to the European financial mechanism known as Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), which is aimed at promoting economic and trade relations within the framework of the Iran nuclear deal.

Hunt and Zarif also discussed the most important regional issues, including the need to accelerate the end of the Yemen war and other issues in the region.

Ahead of his first official trip to Tehran, Hunt said in a statement that the nuclear agreement remains a vital component of stability in the Middle East.

He noted that the UK will remain committed to the deal as long as Iran sticks to its commitments.

The top British diplomat is scheduled to meet with other Iranian officials later in the day.

Daraee Weaving: A 1,000-Year-Old Persian Handicraft

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Daraee is a type of fabric made by weaving the warp and the weft made of cotton and silk. The threads have already been dyed blue, red, yellow and black.

Daraee weaving was very popular in Yazd in the past. The art has now slipped into oblivion and is even hard to find in the heart of this ancient city.

Daraee literally means “wealth” in Persian. The reason why Daraee was called so was because the general public believed only wealthy people could afford it. Daraees were also among the valuable items in the bride’s dowry.

Daraees have geometric designs, and are used as tablecloth, blanket cover, bedspread, clothes decoration, headscarves, bags and even mantilla. Daraees need special weaving skills.

Among the designs used in Daraees are single flowers, four flowers and checkers. In the past, Daraees were woven in big workshops, but now are only woven in two workshops in Yazd province.

What follows are Mehr News Agency’s photos of the handicraft and the art of weaving it:

Iran Not Going to Bow to US: President Rouhani

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IFP Media Wire
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“We will remain free and independent, and won’t bow our head to the US. Those in the White House should know that our nation is a dignified and great nation,” Rouhani said in an address to people in the northwestern city of Khoy on Monday.

He underlined that the enemies could not prevent the Iranian nation from pursuing its goals, highlighting the US failure to turn November 4 into a bitter experience for Iranians.

Washington imposed a new wave of sanctions against Iran on November 4, the anniversary of the US embassy takeover in Tehran back in 1979.

Rouhani added that the enemies wrongly believe that Iranians would give in to economic and psychological pressure, saying while Iran has never started disputes with anyone, the US is seeking revenge after its successive defeats in the region.

“They (Americans) believe that their defeats in Iraq, Syria and Lebanon were caused by the Iranian nation’s steadfastness, but they are mistaken. This is the steadfastness of all Muslim nations. Besides Iran, the nations of Syria, Yemen, Afghanistan, Lebanon and all of the Muslim world care about their independence, faith and steadfastness,” he added.

The president also emphasized that the US could never cut off Iran’s ties with its neighbors by driving its oil exports down to zero, underscoring that Iran continues to sell crude and strengthen ties with the neighbors, including Turkey, the Republic of Azerbaijan and Iraq.

“We won’t allow the pressures from the US and Zionists to create big problems for the life of (Iranian) people,” he concluded.

On May 8, the US president pulled his country out of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the nuclear deal that was achieved in Vienna in 2015 after years of negotiations among Iran and the Group 5+1 (Russia, China, the US, Britain, France and Germany).

The US had announced plans to drive Iran’s oil exports down to zero, but backed off from its policy and granted waivers to at least 8 countries that import Iranian oil.

Iran Taps US Military Personnel’s Communications: Navy Chief

By
IFP Editorial Staff
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Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi said the American vessels are closely observed from the ground and air, adding that the areas monitored by the Iranian Armed Forces are very important.

Khanzadi also noted that foreign powers have created insecurity in the region to have an excuse for their presence.

US troops are deployed throughout the Persian Gulf region, with Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Turkey involved in some aspects of the American military buildup.

The US 5th Fleet is currently deployed in the Persian Gulf with carriers, ships, strike aircraft, sailors and marines and has been involved in periodic confrontations with Iranian forces.

According to the US navy, from January 2016 to August 2017 there was an average of 2.5 interactions per month between US troops and Iranian maritime forces.

Iranian military commanders have said US forces typically observe the recommendations of Iran’s patrol boats and play by the rules. In January, however, a senior Iranian naval officer said Iran’s warplanes warned off two “coalition vessels” during a military drill in waters off the country’s southeast.

In his Monday remarks, Admiral Khanzadi also referred to Iran’s self-sufficiency in manufacturing the military equipment it needs, and said, Iran’s “Fateh” submarine will surprise the enemies.

“Therefore, they’d better never think of any aggression.”

Iran Hosts International Storytelling Festival

By
Seyedeh Maryam Hosseini Lahijani
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Reza Qanbarzadeh, the head of the Institute for the Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults in Khorasan Razavi, says the culture of storytelling and use of story as a means of training new generations has been among the ancient cultures of Iranian people.

According to the official, story and storytelling are the main means for developing children’s imagination and making them familiar with the world around them.

“Some people consider storytelling as an entertainment but its most significant impact is creating a ground for the tellers and listeners to enjoy a common experience. During storytelling, the listeners not only receive information and sweet and bitter stories but also life experiences, cultures and values.”

Qanbarzadeh also said it’s wrong to view the art of storytelling just as an entertainment because the traditional art has always been used as a means of training and brining up new generations.
An instructor of storytelling and playwriting says story and storytelling is an art with a deep history in Iran.

“From Shahnameh (Book of Kings) to modern stories, all provide us with a chance to get familiar with characteristics that have passed through the maze of history. These characters become sweet and bitter and renew themselves. Throughout history, no art has managed to either replace or sideline the art of storytelling,” he noted.

“Storytelling prompts children to think more and thinking is the main feature that distinguishes humans from other animals. Thinking pushes children to raise more questions, makes them fear, raises their self-confidence and reminds them of the fact that their wishes – regardless of what they may be – are within reach. Stories narrated with a soft language can transfer the adults’ experiences to children and teenagers.”

Storytelling, which used to be one of the main training methods in the ancient time, has been marginalized in the contemporary era. Storytelling and reading can highly contribute to the culture of dialogue in the family leading to further social cohesion across a country.

In an interview with Azad News Agency (ANA), Iranian Vice-President for Women and Family Affairs Massoumeh Ebtekar said promoting the culture of storytelling within the families can enhance the mental, spiritual and psychological progress of children.

“On the other hand, we can also promote communication skills among family members. Story and storytelling are the main elements strengthening family cohesion,” she added.

‘People’s lives in Iran and the world’ was the central theme of the 21st International Storytelling Festival organized by the Institute for the Intellectual Development of Children and Young Adults. During the festival, the participants shared their storytelling experiences in three categories of specialized, general and scientific.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

By
Fatemeh Askarieh
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A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

The top story in all papers today was the ongoing controversy over Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif’s remarks about “rampant” money laundering in Iran, which have been widely protested by lawmakers and senior officials.

Several papers also covered the rumours about shortlisting Shahindokht Mowlaverdi, the presidential aide on citizens’ rights, for governing Khorasan Razavi province, where senior conservative clerics Ayatollah Ahmad Alamolhoda and Ebrahim Raisi are influential.

The Monday visit of British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt to Tehran also received great coverage today.

The above issues, as well as many more, are highlighted in the following headlines and top stories:

 

Abrar:

1- Iran a Key Focus of Mogherini’s Talks in Turkey Visit

2- MP Slams Zarif’s Remarks: Bypassing Sanctions Is Not Money Laundering

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Aftab-e Yazd:

1- Rouhani’s Surprise

  • Mowlaverdi May Be Elected as Governor-General of Khorasan Razavi

2- Conservatives Give Ultimatum to Zarif: It’s Time for Transparency

  • Pressures Increase on Zarif after His Comments on Money Laundering

3- Iranian-Russian SWIFT Coming

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Arman-e Emrooz:

1- Rouhani’s Female Aide Nominated for Governing Khorasan Razavi

  • Why Conservatives Are Afraid of Mowlaverdi?

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Etemad:

1- Mission of Saving JCPOA

  • UK Foreign Secretary’s Visit to Tehran after Iran’s Ultimatum to EU

2- Why Iran Nuclear Deal Matters to London [Editorial]

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Ettela’at:

1- Government Plans to Control Prices in Last Months of Year

2- Doll Carnival Help Quake-Hit Children Forget Tragedy

3- White House Officials Disagree over How to Deal with Saudi on Khashoggi

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Hamshahri:

1- US Financial Sanctions Indirectly Targeting Iran’s Medicine Industry

2- Lake Urmia to Be Revived with Energy Ministry’s Efforts

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Iran:

1- Generational Change: Ban on Employment of Retired Officials Takes Effect

2- Female Executives Appointed to Oil, Culture Ministries after Resignation of Retired Officials

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Javan:

1- Dealers Don’t Let Forex Prices Go Down

2- Trump: Khashoggi Tape Too Horrible for Me to Listen

3- Protests against Macron Leave Casualties

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Jomhouri Eslami:

1- Intelligence Ministry: Network Disrupting Petchem Products Smashed

2- Karzai: US Has Suffered Heavy Defeat in Afghanistan

3- Zarif Defends His Remarks on Money Laundering

4- Lawmaker: We Must Strongly Support Zarif

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Kayhan:

1- US Dollar Rate Decreases after Two Liberals Gone, Two Disrupters Executed

2- White House: We’ll Introduce Khashoggi’s Murderer Tuesday

  • Will Trump Slaughter His Milky Cow?

3- Judiciary Chief in Letter to Zarif: Send Us Your Evidence on Money Laundering!

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Resalat:

1- Education in UNESCO’s Style Gradually Making Inroads into Iran

  • A Report on Covert Implementation of 2030 Document

2- Zionists’ Heart Attack in Gaza [Editorial]

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Sazandegi:

1- Yellow Vests against Macron: French People Hold Rallies to Protest Fuel Price Hikes

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Setareh Sobh:

1- Controversy over Money Laundering

  • Zarif: They Sometimes Make Paper Tigers So as to Hunt It

2- Behind the Scenes of Objections to FM’s Remarks [Editorial]

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Shahrvand:

1- Attack on Stagecoach of Gold: Armed Bandits Rob over IRR 50bn worth of gold

2- Iran, International Link for Helping Yemeni People

  • Iran’s Red Crescent, Int’l Red Cross Discuss Iranian Medics’ Presence in Yemen

3- Three Women, One Young Man among Candidates for New Gov’t Posts

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Shargh:

1- UK Foreign Secretary to Visit Tehran Today

2- Parliament’s National Security Commissions Forms Working Group to Resolve CFT Issue

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

 

Sobh-e Now:

1- Government Responsible for Fighting Money Laundry

2- Lawmaker: Mr Zarif! You’re Iran FM, Not Translator of FATF Demands

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 19

Yemen’s Houthis Say Ready for Ceasefire

By
IFP Editorial Staff
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Mohammed Ali al-Houthi, the head of the Houthis’ Supreme Revolutionary Committee, said on Monday that they halt drone and missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and their Yemeni allies, responding to a demand from the United Nations.

The group said in a statement it is ready for a broader ceasefire if “the Saudi-led coalition wants peace.”

He went on to say that Yemen is ready to stop missile and airstrikes in support of peace and to stop the coalition’s aggression.

“The decision came to support the UN envoy, to show Houthis’ good will and support for the peace efforts,” the statement said.

Al-Houthi emphasised that Yemen has used ballistic missiles and UAVs only to counter coalition’s attacks.

He noted that Yemen is suffering from the greatest humanitarian catastrophe in the world, due to attacks by the Saudi-led coalition and the siege.

Earlier, the UN envoy for Yemen announced that the country’s warring sides have agreed to attend talks aimed at ending their three-year war.

Martin Griffiths told the UN Security Council on Friday that he planned to bring the warring parties together soon in Sweden. He also said the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition are about to conclude an agreement on exchanging prisoners and detainees.

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