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A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12

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Results of German Foreign Minister’s visit to Tehran and the outcome of his meetings with Iranian officials is the golden phrase of dailies in Tehran today. Heiko Maas’s remarks on running the financial channel between the EU and Iran were particularly highlighted by Iranian newspapers today.

Release of Lebanese-American national Nizar Zakka is seen on the front page of some dailies today as well.

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

 

Abrar:

  • Japanese Prime Minister Holds Phone Conversation with Trump Before His Departure for Tehran
  • Iran Still Operates within JCPOA Framework: Lavrov
  • We’ve Never Been in Deadlock by Sanctions, Pressures: Rouhani Tells Japan PM
  • Japan PM to Visit Iran Leader: Government Spokesman
  • Only Solution Is New, Better Deal with Iran: US

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Aftab-e Yazd:

  • Will US Boycott INSTEX as Well?
  • Financial Mechanism with Europe to Kick off Next Week
  • Some in Europe Interested in Iran’s Violation of JCPOA: Lavrov

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Arman-e Emrouz:

  • Two-sided Mediation
  • I Cannot Say Anything about Package: Japanese Official
  • Instead of Magic Europe Should Only Act
  • Preserving JCPOA to Interest of All Sides
  • 2,500-Tonne Structure Loaded on Barge in South Pars Oil Field

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Ebtekar:

  • Nizar Zakka Released after Mediation of Hassan Nasrallah
  • West, East Mediation Contest
  • After German Foreign Minister, Prime Minister of Japan Visits Tehran
  • Some in Europe Interested in Violations by Iran: Russian FM

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Etemad:

  • Japanese Opportunity
  • Japan’s PM Visits Iran after 41 Years
  • Economic Capacities to Reduce Tension in Region
  • Significance of Special Guest’s Visit
  • International Political Moves to Stop Escalation of Tension between Iran
  • US Reaches Climax with Visit of Japanese PM to Tehran

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Ettela’at:

  • Without US, We Won’t Fulfil Our Commitments: German FM
  • Neither Side in Middle East Wants to Heighten Tensions which Lead to War
  • Killing of Sudanese Protesters with Support of Saudi Arabia, UAE: New York Times
  • Iran, Russia Presidents Meet in Bishkek on Friday

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Farhikhtegan:

  • Mr Abe! How Can You Trust a War Criminal?

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Jomhouri Eslami:

  • US-China Trade War Heightens
  • Trump Threatens Chinese President
  • JCPOA Joint Commission to Be Held This Month: Lavrov
  • We Target All Saudi Airports: Yemeni Army

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Iran:

  • First INSTEX Transaction to Be Carried Out Soon
  • Is It Possible to Sanction INSTEX?
  • Father & Son Diplomacy: 36 Years after Japanese FM’s Visit to Tehran, His Son Visits Iran as Japan’s PM

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Kayhan:

  • If Washington Makes Mistake, Middle East Becomes Quagmire of US Troops: Lobelog
  • German FM Visits, Departs Tehran Empty-Handed: German News Network
  • Nizar Zakka Released after Mediation of Hassan Nasrallah: Judiciary Spokesman

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Sazandegi:

  • A Samurai in Tehran
  • Japan’s PM Visits Tehran after 41 Years

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12


 

Setareh Sobh:

  • What’s Outcome of German FM’s Visit to Iran?
  • No Problem in Financial Arrangements in Which Non-Sanctioned Goods, Services Exchanged: US State Department
  • Golden Opportunity for Diplomacy During German FM, Japanese PM Visit to Tehran

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on June 12

Iran, China Discuss JCPOA, Bilateral Ties in Tehran

Iran-China 25-Year Deal Made on Equal Footing: Official

During the Wednesday talks in Tehran, the Chinese envoy presented a copy of his credentials to the Iranian top diplomat.

Referring to high-level visits and meetings between the two countries in recent years, the two sides underlined the need to follow up the previous agreements and conferred on the development of bilateral relations.

The most important issues and developments in mutual ties, regional cooperation and international talks between the two countries regarding a variety of issues, including the JCPOA, transportation, trade, energy and the fight against terrorism were also discussed in this meeting.

Iran, China Discuss JCPOA, Bilateral Ties in Tehran

Iran Tells Europe It Can’t Implement JCPOA Unilaterally

Iran Says What IAEA Wants to Access “Not A Site”

Mousavi made the remarks in reaction to German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas’s comments in Stockholm.

“We agree with him [Maas] about the importance of the JCPOA for the international community and Europe, but we do not fully understand his emphasis on the need for Iran to unilaterally fulfil its commitments under a multilateral agreement.”

“If there are several parties to this agreement, all of them must meet their commitments similarly, and if they cannot, they should realise that we can also review our obligations under the JCPOA with the use of the mechanisms the nuclear deal has provided for us,” he went on to say.

Mousavi further advised Maas and others, who express concerns over the recent decisions of Iran, to carefully read the Article 36 of the nuclear agreement and the basics of law once more.

The German and Swedish foreign ministers expressed frustration Tuesday over the probable termination of the Iran nuclear agreement, warning Tehran that withdrawing from the deal would bring “international isolation”. They also criticised Washington for endangering a decade of diplomatic efforts.

Top Iranian Diplomat to Visit Switzerland amid Tension with US

Seyyed Abbas Araqchi

Araqchi will officially visit Bern to attend the fourth round of political talks between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Swiss Confederation.

In this round of talks, the two sides will discuss bilateral cooperation, international and regional developments, the latest situation of the Irna nuclear deal, and legal and human rights issues.

Tensions between Washington and Tehran have been rising since President Donald Trump withdrew the US from a 2015 international nuclear deal and imposed unilateral economic sanctions against Iran, mainly targeting its energy dealings on the global market.

In early May, the Trump administration beefed up the US’ military presence in the Persian Gulf, citing alleged and unspecified threats posed by the Islamic Republic to American troops and interests.

The US’ recent deployment of an aircraft carrier, B-52 bombers and Patriot missiles to the Middle East has raised fears that the Trump administration was contemplating military aggression against Iran.

Iran has insisted that it will not initiate any conflict, but will firmly defend the country against any act of aggression.

Everything Is Possible in Tense Atmosphere: Zarif

mohammad javad zarif

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Al-Araby TV on Tuesday, whose full version will be aired on Wednesday, Zarif pointed to the ongoing tension in the Middle East, and said “everything is possible” in such a tense atmosphere where the US is waging an economic war on Iran through its unilateral sanctions.

“There is no difference between military and economic war,” he said. “In the circumstances of tension, everything is possible and the region is the biggest victim.”

However, he added, Iran will never allow the US to impose a unilateral war on the Iranian nation, which will inevitably harm everyone, as “war is war”.

Tensions between Washington and Tehran have been rising since President Donald Trump withdrew the US from a 2015 international nuclear deal and imposed unilateral economic sanctions against Iran, mainly targeting its energy dealings on the global market.

In early May, the Trump administration beefed up the US’ military presence in the Persian Gulf, citing alleged and unspecified threats posed by the Islamic Republic to American troops and interests.

The US’ recent deployment of an aircraft carrier, B-52 bombers and Patriot missiles to the Middle East has raised fears that the Trump administration was contemplating military aggression against Iran.

Iran has insisted that it will not initiate any conflict, but will firmly defend the country against any act of aggression.

UAE Trying to Become New Israel

Zarif also lashed out at certain regional countries for their excessive weapons imports, saying, “Three countries in the region believe they can maintain their security through their relations with the United States,” he added.

However, he added, they are wrong to think they can import their security from America because these weapons will be used to achieve the goals of Israel.

“The United Arab Emirates is spending billions of dollars on armaments and wants to be a second Israel in the region.”

Studies show the UAE has increased its arms imports by 63% between 2012 and 2016. Its military expenditures are projected to grow to $31.8 billion by 2021 from $23.6 billion in 2016, according to SIPRI.

The country has led an increasingly interventionist foreign policy in hot spots like Libya, Syria and, most recently, Yemen.

US Pressure on Iran Has Lost Its Capacity: Rouhani

Addressing a regular cabinet session on Wednesday, Rouhani noted that Washington exerted its utmost pressure on Iran and this pressure has reached its peak.

He said the US imposed the most unparalleled sanctions on Iran, but the nation managed to resist them.

The Iranian president described the US campaign of maximum pressure as a clear example of economic terrorism. He also said the current US administration will go down in history as an “executioner” that campaigned against the Iranian nation.

Elsewhere in his remarks, the Iranian president underscored that Iranian people today have a better calm than a year ago and are more hopeful about the country’s future.

“All officials in the country today have a single and unified voice. If a foreign official arrives and holds talks with the foreign minister or the president or the leader, s/he would understand that our words, strategy and opinions are the same.”

The president pointed out that not only the top officials, but all people and elites in our society have a single opinion. They all know that the main guilty party is the United States, and there is no one in Iran doubting about it.

“We would have been blamed if we took some actions regarding the nuclear deal and they [the west] would say you broke your promises. Not only didn’t we break our promises, but we waited a whole year and our patience showed we are acting with prudence. Nobody can today complain about the way the nation, the government and the Iranian establishment have picked,” maintained Rouhani.

Iran’s Development Model Is Unique: Sri Lankan Minister

Senasinghe made the remarks in a meeting with Iran’s Vice President for Scientific and Technology Sorena Sattari in Tehran on Tuesday.

“Sri Lanka is interested in establishing cooperation with Iran in the related areas and take advantage of Iran’s experiences in scientific, technological and innovation areas,” he was quoted as saying in a report by dolat.ir, the government’s official news website.

He went on to say that Iran is a strong player in science and technology area and added bilateral relations between Iranian and Sri Lankan knowledge-based firms can pave the way for further mutual ties between the two sides.

For his part, the Iranian vice president cited referred to environmental innovation as an appropriate ground for further ties between Iran and other states and added Iran has had a great record in the development of knowledge-based firms.

“Some of Iranian knowledge-based firms involved in environment and medicine projects have large exports to the regional states,” he said.

Sattari went on to say that Iran and Sri Lanka have good capacities for further expansion of ties in scientific and research areas.

During the talks, the two sides also discussed ways to accomplish projects envisaged during earlier negotiations. They also exchanged views on setting up new joint laboratories.

Iran Calls for IAEA Support to Keep Nuclear Deal Alive

Iran Sees ‘Positive Outlook’ for Ties with IAEA after Latest Report

Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal Affairs Gholam-Hossein Dehqani made the comment at a meeting of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

At the meeting, the top official appreciated efforts by the IAEA’s director general, and stressed the importance of the agency’s professionalism, neutrality and independence as the IAEA’s real asset.

He said Iran regards as highly valuable all-out support by countries attending the IAEA meeting for the survival of the nuclear deal and multilateralism.

“This backing should be seen as a sign of hope suggesting countries’ firm commitment to respecting multilateralism and the rule of law in international affairs,” he added.

He underlined Iran has constantly and fully complied with its commitments under the Iran nuclear deal while the United States has never made good on its obligations under the agreement.

He then touched upon a statement issued by the Iranian Supreme National Security Council and the new steps to be taken in that regard.

“Iran has used the mechanism envisaged in Article 36 of the Iran nuclear deal,” he said.

Iran stopped some of its commitments under the nuclear deal on May 8, 2019. The country notified the remaining signatories to the accord that unless they protect its economy from US sanctions within 60 days and safeguard its interests under the deal, it will take further action.

Street in Tehran Officially Called ‘Handicrafts Parade’

The title was given to Dr Nejatollahi Street (formerly known as Villa Street) in central Tehran which is famous for its various handicrafts shops.

The title was written on a seven-coloured tile installed at the starting point of the street.

The south-north street in central Tehran was named after Kamran Nejatollahi after the Islamic Revolution in 1979. Nejatollahi was an Iranian student who was killed by the former regime forces during a student sit in 1979.

The street used to be among the most significant ones in Tehran back in 1960s. Due to the presence of lots of modern hotels along the street, it has been among the favourable streets of most Iranian and foreign tradesmen.

To this end, lots of Iranian handicraft shops were set up along the street. Today, the shops have been divided into north and south sections.

Iran Welcomes Kazakhstan Presidential Election

In a Wednesday statement, Mousavi expressed pleasure over the democratic transfer of power in Kazakhstan, and wished President elect Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and the new administration success.

He also wished welfare, development and comfort for Kazakh people.

Mousavi expressed hope relations between Iran and Kazakhstan will continue to grow and follow a positive trend as before during the tenure of Tokayev.

Tokayev took 70.8 percent of the vote in Sunday’s election, with his nearest rival, opposition candidate Amirzhan Kosanov, taking 16.2 percent.

Tokayev’s victory was never in doubt after he received the blessing of former president Nursultan Nazarbayev, who led the Central Asian nation for three decades before his shock resignation in March.