A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 17

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Fatemeh Askarieh

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February 17, 2020

Iran Newspapers

Aftab-e Yazd Newspaper:

1- Rouhani: I’ll Continue My Work until Last Hour

2- Russia-Turkey Tension No More than Diplomatic War of Words: Analyst

Ebtekar Newspaper:

1- Transatlantic Gap Deepens between US, EU

2- Rouhani: Leader Said He Wouldn’t Allow Gov’t to Stop Its Work Even One Hour Before Its Four-Year Term

Etemad Newspaper:

1- Rouhani: We’d Lose If We Boycott Elections

2- New Crimes of Saudis: Airstrike on Yemen Leaves 30 Killed

3- Iranians and Limited Elections [Editorial]

Ettela’at Newspaper:

1- Judiciary Chief: Gen. Soleimani Didn’t Consider People’s Vote as Ceremonial

2- Rouhani: We’ll Make Enemy to Sit for Talks

3- Mirzakhani among Seven Women Who Changed the World

Hamshahri Newspaper:

1- FIFA Says Iran Must Allow Women to Go to All Stadiums as of Summer

Javan Newspaper:

1- I Was Protected as Much as Macron Was: Rouhollah Zam

Jomhouri Eslami Newspaper:

1- Rouhani: We’ll Strongly Force Enemy to Sit for Talks

2- Canada FM: Iran’s Right about Black Box as Per Int’l Aviation Regulations

Kayhan Newspaper:

1- Nasrallah: No Government on Earth Wilder than US

2- Israeli General Explains How Israel Will End

Sazandegi Newspaper:

1- We Chose to Bring About Revolution; We Brought About Revolution to [Be Able to] Choose

* Rouhani: Iran Elections Not Ceremonial

Shahrvand Newspaper:

1- A Requiem for Flight 752 Composed by Prominent Iranian Musician

2- A Scholarship for Researchers Named after Marziyeh, a Plane Crash Victim

Shargh Newspaper:

1- Saudi Denies Sending Message to Iran

2- A Few Steps from Black List: Iranian People’s Bank Accounts Being Blocked

Iran to Export Cancer Drugs to Thailand, Armenia

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IFP Editorial Staff

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February 17, 2020

Iran to Export Cancer Drugs to Thailand, Armenia

The CEO of the company says “SinaDoxosome” has already been exported to Syria and Lebanon, and will be available in the markets of Thailand and Armenia in coming weeks.

Mahnaz Qomi, the CEO of the company, says “We expect it to arrive in Thailand and Armenia in mid-March,” Qomi said.

Used in the treatment of diseases such as breast and ovarian cancer, this product is less expensive than the similar foreign products on the Iranian pharmaceutical market.

Despite being sold at $700 per vial in regional markets, SinaDoxosome is being offered in the local market for about $30.

According to the company, SinaDoxosome has so far sold more than 6,000 vials in the country, indicating approval by oncologists.

SinaDoxosomes produced in Iran have less side effects than conventional doxorubicin because of its selective effect on the affected tissues.

US Must Explain Why Its Own Elections Ignore Majority Vote: Iran

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IFP Editorial Staff

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February 17, 2020

Speaking to reporters on Monday, Mousavi said the Islamic Republic attaches significance to the issue of elections at a high level compared to other countries, especially those of the region.

He noted that the Iranian people have become accustomed to the contradictory remarks by some notorious US authorities.

Instead of questioning the elections in Iran, Mousavi said, the US officials should answer the questions of a wide range of people and elites in the United States and the world over the ambiguous and complex mechanisms of presidential elections in their own country in which the majority vote is ignored.

“The US regime must also provide explanations for their extensive ties with countries that are alien to even the simplest forms of elections.”

The United States on Friday called into question the credibility of Iran’s parliamentary elections. The US representative for Iran had called the Iranian parliamentary elections set to be held on February 21 “pure theatre”, urging Tehran to give Iranian people “a real choice.”

Which One’s Better: Spanish or Iranian Saffron?

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IFP Editorial Staff

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February 17, 2020

The numerous benefits of saffron for health and even its therapeutic effect have turned it into a medicinal plant. On the other hand, it is also known as a popular type of spice because of its attractive taste, aroma, colour and its use in the food and cooking industries.

The main countries producing this product are Iran, Spain, India, Greece, Afghanistan, and China. However, almost 95 percent of the world’s saffron is cultivated in Iran, and growing this plant in Iran has a 4,000-year history. But why do so many people think this saffron is produced in Spain?

First, saffron production in Spain is about 1 tonne a year, while the country’s export is about 100 tonnes a year. Traders in the country mainly import Iranian saffron and repackage it in the name of Spanish saffron. Even in some cases imported Iranian saffron is blended with low quality Spanish saffron and exported. It is interesting to know that Spanish traders sell Iranian saffron two to four times more expensive.

Another point is that the best climate for cultivating saffron in the subtropical regions is in hot and dry summers. This climate can be found in some parts of Iran such as Khorasan province in its north-east near the Afghanistan border. Due to ecological conditions and suitable climate in Iran for saffron cultivation, this herb is produced with higher quality.

For example, according to reports, the quality of saffron in Iran is about 300 units, while in other parts of the world saffron quality reaches to about 200 units.

Of course, saffron in Iran and the world is categorised into several classes:

Superfine Saffron: The highest quality Iranian saffron
Fine Saffron: High quality saffron consisting of 3 strands of stigmas attached to each other
Sargol saffron: The most common saffron consumed in Iran with high quality and reasonable price
Pushal Saffron: The lowest price and of course good quality saffron mostly used in food industry

If you are interested in the properties of this herb, you can use it in preparing a variety of drinks and food. By drinking saffron tea, you can enjoy the attractive properties of saffron tea. Also, using saffron supplements that are produced and marketed in various forms is an easy way to use and benefit from saffron.

International Fashion Festival Underway in Tehran

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IFP Editorial Staff

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February 17, 2020

The event, which will run through February 18 at Tehran’s Goftogu Park, is attended by participants from Afghanistan, Indonesia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Turkey, Italy, Romania, Bangladesh, India, Kazakhstan and South Korea.

Mohammad Ali Kiani, Secretary of the International Section of the Festival, says this event is certainly an important step towards recognising Iran’s artistic talents and can play an important role in cultural interactions.

As in previous years, this edition of the festival is being held in two competitive and non-competitive segments. The organizers have selected the best works from among 7,734 entries. These works are showcased during the festival and finally they will be judged by the jury.

In the non-competitive part, this year’s festival also features institutions, and clothing brands in the form of booths that showcase their latest achievements and products in the field of fashion and clothing.

Workshops, meetings as well as expert panels and expert talks on the country’s fashion and clothing are among other parts of the festival planned by the organizers.

There are various other programs during this edition, including a live contest called “From Idea to Implementation”, which registered about 330 participants in different parts.

Here, you can see images of the festival published by Honar Online:

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Iranian Citizen Released from German Prison: Spokesman

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IFP Editorial Staff

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February 17, 2020

Iranian Citizen Released from German Prison: Spokesman

In a statement on Monday, Seyyed Abbas Mousavi said the Iranian citizen, Ahmad Khalili, had been detained in Germany on the pretext of breaching the illegal and cruel sanctions of the US and upon the request of the regime’s prosecutor, and was on verge of extradition.

According to Mousavi, the Iranian inmate was released on Sunday night following a series of intensive diplomatic efforts and thanks to the effective cooperation of the Iranian Judiciary and the IRGC Intelligence Organization.

“He has returned to Iran along with Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif,” Mousavi added.

Iranian Entrepreneurs Render US Sanctions Futile: Araqchi

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February 17, 2020

“One and a half years since the US pulled out of JCPOA, today we have come together to prize our top entrepreneurs, whereas the statistics predicted destruction of Iran’s economy in less than three months,” said Araqchi, addressing a ceremony on Sunday.

He said “we had to resist the pressures to prove Iran’s power to everyone. The enemy did not avoid any pressure and added new sanctions, but it was the entrepreneurs who created redoubled economic capability for the country.”

Araqchi added “we do not deny the existing defects and weaknesses, but … I testify that many countries were amazed by how we bore up under the pressure of the sanctions.”

Iranian officials emphasize that the sanctions imposed by the US President Donald Trump since 2018 when he pulled out his country from JCPOA not only have failed to bring Iran’s economy to its knees, but also have led to many innovations and inventions by Iranian scientists and entrepreneurs.

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Tehran to Stand by Damascus in Rebuilding Syria: Speaker

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February 17, 2020

Speaking in a meeting with his Syrian counterpart Hammoudeh Sabbagh, Larijani said the Arab country has now entered the era of reconstruction and improvement of economic conditions, and can count on Iran’s assistance in this regard.

The top Syrian lawmaker, in turn, praised Tehran for all the support it provided for Damascus in its fight against terrorism.

Earlier on Sunday, Larijani also met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. In the meeting, the two sides discussed the latest regional developments as well as the Syrian army’s offensive to retake all parts of its north-west.

They also underlined the need for regional cooperation within the framework of fight against Takfiri groups sponsored by foreign parties, and to eradicate them from Syria.

Larijani, who arrived in Syria on Sunday, was welcomed by Sabbagh at Damascus Airport.

Speaking upon his arrival, Larijani said that Iran always has “consultations on important issues with Syrian friends,” describing Syria as “a friendly and brotherly country and an important axis of resistance.”

Sabbagh for his part expressed Syrian government’s gratitude for Iran’s “full support,” adding that “Iran and Syria are standing up to and fighting against a joint enemy and we are sure that we will put this critical stage behind us through our collaboration.”

Observers believe Larijani’s visit is in line with Iran’s expression of support for the Syrian army’s recent advances in the Syrian province of Idlib.

Following the visit to Syria, Larijani departed for the Lebanese capital of Beirut to meet with the country’s high-ranking officials.

Iran, Iraq Discuss Probe into Assassination of Gen. Soleimani

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February 16, 2020

Iran, Iraq Discuss Probe into Assassination of Gen. Soleimani

The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference in Germany on Sunday.

The two sides also discussed bilateral ties, including security, counterterrorism, and issues related to the martyrdom of Lieutenant General Soleimani and Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, as well as Iran’s response to the US terrorist act.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 16

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Fatemeh Askarieh

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February 16, 2020

Iran Newspapers

19 Dey Newspaper:

1- Iran’s Resistance Against US Astonishing for Int’l Observers: Leader
2- Zarif’s Diplomacy Continues in germany During Three-day Munich Security Conference

Abrar Newspaper:

1- London not Agreed with US Policy of Maximum Pressure on Iran: UK Official
2- Zarif: I am the Same FM Who Treated Kerry Respectfully

Afkar Newspaper:

1- Rear Admiral Sayari: Iran’s Military Power Has Been Booming

Aftab-e Yazd Newspaper:

1- Human Trafficking; A Danger that Can Bring Corona to Country

Ebtekar Newspaper:

1- The Great Coalition of Reformists

Etemad Newspaper:

1- Surprised by Iran’s Resistance against Wild US
2- Tehran-Riyadh’s Duel in Munich
3- Concerns over Collapse of Western Alliance
• Europeans Accuse US of Weakening NATO

Ettela’at Newspaper:

1- The US Has Creates Most Tensions in Region: FM Zarif
2- Washington Offers Baghdad to Withdraw Part of US Troops from Iraq
3- We Don’t Have Second Gender, Men and Women Are Equal

Javan Newspaper:

1- Munich against US

Jomhouri Eslami:

1- We Ready to Negotiate with all Neighbors for Regional Security: Zarif

Kayhan Newspaper:

1- Break in Western Block
2- Era of US Being World Police is Over: Berlin
3- End of US Presence in Region Has Begun: Zarif

Khorasan Newspaper:

1- Zarif’s Hot Debate in Munich
• What’s in Ukrainian Plane’s Black Box that US doesn’t Let us Read?: Zarif

Setareh Sobh Newspaper:

1- Fm Zarif’s Consultations on Sidelines of Munich Security Conference
• Bad Advice to Trump Led Him to Make Wrong Decisions: Zarif
2- German President Warns of Global Insecurity

Shargh Newspaper:

1- We Will Not Touch Black Box without Presence of all Interested Parties: Zarif in an Interview with NBC
2- Iran, US at JCPOA’s Scene / Editorial

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