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US’ Defence of Human Rights Hinges on Size of Arms Deals: Iran

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Bahram Qassemi

Referring to recent remarks by the US State Department’s spokesperson on terrorism and human rights violation in Iran, Qassemi said “nothing more can be expected from the officials of the US government who link human rights and the lives of people to the volume of their trade with others and the amount of dollars they receive for their contracts.”

In a Saturday statement, the spokesman said it is good news for the world’s freedom-seekers that the US sees no reason anymore to cover up the double standards it has long been adopting.

“Today the country’s officials are explicitly, blatantly and with an unprecedented shamelessness promoting a new pattern of defending human rights based on the size of the arms contracts they sign with others, under the banner of deceptive humanitarian slogans and human rights outcries,” he noted.

“To this end, the US officials give the green light to some of their anti-human allies to slaughter millions of innocent people including women and children in some regional states, to bring them years of drought and disease, and to bomb their schools, hospitals, and their wedding or mourning ceremonies with cutting-edge fighter jets,” he noted.

Under such circumstances, the US cannot and should not moan and shed tears for the death of global security and human rights violations in others states in a false and completely scandalous position, he said, adding that such defence will only mock and distort the concept of human rights.

In a tweet on Thursday, US State Department Spokeswoman Heather Nauert said the US needs tough action to stop what she called Iran’s terror and violence abroad and improve its human rights record at home.

“We will continue to support the voices of Iranian people and to galvanize int’l support for our efforts. The world must be unified in saying no to Iran’s abuses,” she claimed.

On the same day, US President Donald Trump contradicted the CIA’s assessment that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had ordered the killing of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi in Istanbul, suggesting that the murder will not affect Washington-Riyadh relations given the huge arms deals they have.

Afghan Gov’t Must Be Part of Any Peace Plan: Iran

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif meeting with former Afghan President Hamid Karzai in Tehran on Nov. 24, 2018 / Photo by Iranian Foreign Ministry

He made the remarks in a Saturday meeting with former Afghan President Hamid Karzai in Tehran.

Zarif stated that Iran has consistently supported the peace talks in Afghanistan with the leadership and participation of the Afghan government and will use all its capabilities to assist the Afghan government in this regard.

Afghan Gov’t Must Be Part of Any Peace Plan: Iran
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif meeting with Deputy Chief Executive of Afghanistan Mohammad Mohaqiq in Tehran on Nov. 24, 2018 / Photo by Iranian Foreign Ministry

The Iranian top diplomat made similar comments in a meeting with Deputy Chief Executive of Afghanistan Mohammad Mohaqiq earlier in the day.

Referring to peace plans in Afghanistan, Zarif emphasised that any plan should be pursued with the participation of the Afghan government.

Multilateral talks on Afghanistan peace were held in Moscow on Nov. 9 with the participation of the Taliban and the Afghanistan High Peace Council (HPC), which claimed to be representing the Kabul government, but the administration of President Ashraf Ghani denies that.

Russia invited 12 countries and the Taliban to attend the talks aimed at restoring peace to the war-torn state, but the United States and the Afghan government declined to send official delegations to Moscow.

President Ghani rejected the invitation on the grounds that talks with the Taliban should be led by the Kabul government. But the High Peace Council, a government body overseeing peace efforts, attended the talks with four representatives.

The Afghan foreign ministry emphasized that the HPC did not represent the Afghan government at the meeting, however. Representatives from Iran, China, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan attended the talks.

The Afghan president said earlier this month that it was “not a question of if, but when” an agreement would be reached with the militant group amid renewed efforts by the international community to bring back peace to the country.

The US’s special envoy for Afghanistan, Zalmay Khalilzad, has raised the possibility of a breakthrough before April 20, 2019, the date set for presidential elections in Afghanistan.

But Taliban leaders said on Monday that they had failed to reach any agreement with the US after three days of talks at their political headquarters in Qatar, citing dissatisfaction with a deadline set by Washington’s Afghanistan envoy to end the war.

The Taliban have generally insisted on negotiating only with the US, and not the Afghan government.

The militants have overtaken several districts in a spate of brazen attacks in recent months, including Ghazni, which was briefly overtaken by the militants last month, jolting the government in Kabul because the central city is close to the capital.

The Takfiri terrorist group of ISIS has also established a foothold in the country. The group has reportedly managed to recruit some of Taliban’s members.

Karzai has accused the US of propping up ISIS and using it as a “tool” for its own agenda in the country.

Paris Turns into Gaza as Protesters Clash with Riot Police (+Video)

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IFP Editorial Staff
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French protesters clashing with the riot police in Paris on Nov. 24, 2018 during the so-called "Yellow Vest" demonstrations held against the French president's economic policies and the fuel price hikes / Photo by IRIB Correspondent in Paris

Protesters, who flooded the French capital to rally against rising fuel prices and a planned fuel tax, were seen throwing stones at and scuffling with police who used water cannons and pepper spray to disperse them, the IRIB correspondent in Paris reported.

Several protesters were seen being arrested.

On Friday night, a man wearing an explosive device demanded “yellow vest” protesters be given an audience by the French president.

Paris Turns into Gaza as Protesters Clash with Riot Police (+Video)
French protesters clashing with the riot police in Paris on Nov. 24, 2018 during the so-called “Yellow Vest” demonstrations held against the French president’s economic policies and the fuel price hikes / Photo by IRIB Correspondent in Paris

The 45-year-old man, who was finally arrested by the Police, was wearing a yellow vest and revealed the device at a car wash in a shopping centre in the town of Angers, in western France.

Paris Turns into Gaza as Protesters Clash with Riot Police (+Video)The first protest on Nov. 17 saw 300,000 demonstrators taking part, blocking major roadways nationwide resulting in two dead and 606 injured.

The “yellow vest” protest movement has grown over the past weeks, as the government plans a tax increase on fuel, including gasoline and diesel, beginning on January 1, 2019 to promote environmentally friendly practices.

Iran Hosting Int’l Horseback Combat Contests

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Seyedeh Maryam Hosseini Lahijani
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Over 50 participants are competing in different sections of the five-day event, including archery, fencing and horseback javelin.

Most of the Iranian contenders are from Fars province, which is home to a large population of tribesmen.

This is the second round of international horseback competitions held in Iran. The first round was held in the central city of Yazd.

42 foreign and 12 Iranian riders are attending the event. Among the highlights of the competitions is the presence of eight foreign sportswomen and one Iranian lady.

The venue of the contests is on the outskirts of Shiraz, and the main track of the competitions which is 200 metres long has been approved by the international federation.

The event has a message of “world peace” and runs from November 21-26. The concluding ceremony will be held at the Persepolis ancient site.

Photos of the contests published by different media outlets follow:

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

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

Almost all papers today covered the remarks made by Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif about the US sanctions and Europe’s efforts to save the Iran nuclear deal. The Iranian diplomat made the comments during his visit to the Italian capital of Rome, where he attended the Mediterranean Dialogues Conference (MED).

Reactions to Zarif’s controversial comments about ‘rampant’ money laundering in Iran also remained a top story today.

Several papers also highlighted US President Donald Trump’s shocking support for Saudi Arabia despite the murder of dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi, and his claim that a weakened Saudi Arabia may endanger Israel’s existence.

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

 

19 Dey:

1- Zarif to Europeans: Diplomacy Not a Game

  • I’ll Stand Up for Iran’s Independence

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Abrar:

1- IRGC Aerospace Commander: US Bases around Iran within Reach of Our Missiles

2- IRGC Commander: US Now Weaker than 40 Years Ago

3- James Jeffrey: We Ask Russia to Take Iran Out of Syria

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Arman-e Emrooz:

1- Controversy over Zarif’s Money Laundering Comments, Test for Political Factions

  • Continued Reactions to Money Laundering Saga
  • Politicians in Dilemma of Agreeing or Disagreeing with Zarif’s Comments

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Etemad:

1- Ayatollah Alamolhoda: Zarif Didn’t Lie about Money Laundering, but That Doesn’t Require FATF

  • Opposition to FATF Not Equal to Supporting Money Laundering

2- Bloody Friday in Pakistan: Tens of Civilians Killed in Two Terrorist Attacks

3- Money Laundering, Symbol of Corruption [Editorial]

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Ettela’at:

1- Central Bank Chief: Forex Market Totally under Control

  • Iranian Economy on Path of Moderation

2- Ankara: No One Supports US’ Sanctions on Iran

3- IRGC Chief-Commander: Iranian Nation Winner of Economic War with US

4- Zarif: Europe Must Pay for Global Security

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Haft-e Sobh:

1- Facts about Huge Water Resources Allegedly Found in SE Iran

  • Secrets behind Resources Which Can Supply Iran’s Drinking Water for 173 Years!

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Iran:

1- Private Sector Welcomes Iran-Europe Payment Channel

2- Unity, Precondition for Muslim World’s Victory over Problems: Top Sunni, Shiite Clerics

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Javan:

1- Zarif: We Won’t Hold Any More Nuclear Talks with US

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Jomhouri Eslami:

1- Araqchi: Europe Still Determined to Maintain JCPOA

2- Trump: Weakening Saudi Arabia Means Annihilating Israel

3- Al Khalifa to Embrace Killers of Gaza Kids

  • Netanyahu Will Soon Visit Bahrain

4- Turkey FM: Trump Intentionally Ignoring Khashoggi Case

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Kayhan:

1- Big Scandal for Arab Reactionaries

  • Trump: Israel’s Existence to Be Endangered If We Stop Supporting Saudis

2- Human Rights Watch: Al Saudi Intentionally Destroying All Food Facilities in Yemen

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

 

Shargh:

1- Trump against Top US Judge: US Supreme Court New Target of White House Attacks

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 24

National Day of Isfahan Commemorated with Various Events

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Fatemeh Askarieh
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Over the weekend, more than 600 artists from Isfahan province have been performing at least 100 cultural events – including plays, passion plays (Tazieh), and Naqqali (a form of Persian theatre where stories from Shahnameh are recited).

The three-day events, which started on Thursday, are being held along the streets connecting Imam Ali Square to Naqsh-e Jahan Square with the aim of promoting the culture, art and economy of Isfahan from Seljuk era to Safavid dynasty.

“Millions of dollars have been allocated to the events held in Isfahan to mark the national day,” said Mohammad Eidi, the Head of Cultural, Social, and Sport Organization of Isfahan Municipality.

Mehdi Ahmadifar, a cultural official at Isfahan province, said a miniature biennial and concerts are among other events held on this occasion.

On the other side, Alireza Salarian the representative of Iranian Foreign Ministry in Isfahan province said the ambassadors and mayors of 11 countries and cities pay visits to Isfahan as part of events to mark the occasion.

Back in 2005, a group of experts and representatives of governmental organizations in Isfahan decided to mark November 22 as National Isfahan Day. They chose the day based on historical documents showing that Isfahan was established during this month hundreds of years ago.

In a statement, the group said the day has been chosen based on the fact that Isfahan’s Great Wall was built in November 930s CE by the Daylamites with the aim of protecting the historical city against foreign invasions.

Iran President Urges Muslim Nations to Unite against US, Israel

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani (center), former Afghan president Hamid Karzai (right), and Ayatollah Mohsen Araki, the head of the World Forum for Proximity of Islamic Schools of Thought attending the Islamic Unity Conference in Tehran on Nov. 24, 2018 / Photo by president.ir

Addressing the Islamic Unity Conference in Tehran, Rouhani said that unity in the Islamic world is not a tactical and short-term issue, but is a strategic matter.

“Words cannot lead to unity, and the enemy is not afraid of unity in word; rather, we should band together in reality and practice, and today, there is no way but to remain united, and you will win over the Zionists and the Americans if you remain united,” said the president.

President Rouhani said the first step towards achieving unity is for all denominations of Islam to recognize one another.

He said if Muslims simply say they recognize one another in word, but do not believe what they say deep inside, “this will get them nowhere.”

The president noted that hegemonic powers wouldn’t like Muslims to remain united and want to sow discord among them.

President Rouhani said Muslims should remain united all the time even if they have no common enemies.

He then took a jab at the Israeli regime for its atrocities against Palestinian people. President Rouhani also criticized the United States for relocating its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem al-Quds.

“They believe by changing a sign and a building they can take the holy Quds from Muslims, Palestine and the Islamic world. Undoubtedly, such a belief is wrong,” he noted.

He said the West led by the US created the Israeli regime in the Middle East in order to have a base in the region and serve its interests there.

President Rouhani said it is very sad to see crimes are being committed in the name of Islam, and many people are being killed at the hands of those who claim to be advocates of Islam and want to establish Islamic states.

Rouhani further said the United States wants its interests to take priority anywhere in the world, and that it wants other countries to be its slaves.

He underlined that Muslims are not afraid of the enemy.

“We are not afraid of those who join hands and rattled their sabres against Islam,” he said.

He further urged the United States’ puppet governments in the region not to be a yes-man for Washington.

Rouhani said Iran stands ready to secure the interests of Saudi people.

“We are prepared to defend the interests of Saudi people against terrorists and superpowers with all our power, the same way that we are helping the people of Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan and Yemen.

He also lashed out at Riyadh and its allies for conducting airstrikes against Yemeni people.

Justin Bieber, Hailey Baldwin Seemingly Confirm Marriage on Instagram

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IFP Media Wire
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It looks like Justin Bieber evidently confirmed that he is officially off the market as he calls Haley his wife in a recent Instagram post. The Canadian singer-songwriter surprised his millions of fans, the Beliebers and the Biebers, all over the world over on what seems like an announcement and confirmation

Seemingly, the world is talking about Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin’s evident announcement, as the surprised marriage makes its way to trending searchable stories today.

Kami.com.ph spotted this viral story all over social media and news and media outlets online.

People are clearly talking about it as two of the most followed Hollywood celebrity couples appear to confirm tying the knot secretly. We first learned about this surprising yet exciting story today that millions of people across the globe are talking about from the Facebook page of ABS-CBN News.

The 24-year-old Baby, Sorry, Never Say Never, and Boyfriend singer-songwriter evidently confirms on one of his Instagram posts about this big fuss.

In his recent post, he shared a picture of him with Hailey Baldwin and wrote a sweet and heartwarming caption to it that completely stirred excitement and intrigued.

Justin Bieber just referred to Hailey Baldwin as his wife and he’s obviously proud of her, as he said, and we quote: “My wife is awesome”

21-year-old Hailey, on the other hand, seemingly confirmed the true status of their relationship as she also updated her handle and her bio on IG.

BBC News also reported that Hailey Baldwin and Justin Bieber announced their engagement last July, as he previously mentioned on his Instagram.

Iran, Italy Call for Closer Cooperation

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held talks with President of the Italian Chamber of Deputies Roberto Fico in Rome on Nov. 23, 2018 / Photo by Iranian Foreign Ministry

During the Friday meeting, the top Italian lawmaker highlighted the good and age-old relations between the two countries. Fico said he is confident that Iran is a key player in the region and in the international system.

He also touched upon the Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). He said the US’ withdrawal from the agreement created some problems, but Italy and Europe will spare no effort to preserve the deal and keep the channel for dialogue and diplomacy open.

The top Iranian diplomat, in turn, described Tehran-Rome ties as historical, age-old and good, and conveyed to him the warm greetings of and an invitation from Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani.

Zarif pointed to the JCPOA and Washington’s unilateral and illegal pullout from the deal, saying the United States’ relentless pressure on other countries is regarded as unusual bullying and breach of the law which will have negative short-term and long-term consequence for the international system.

“We will pass through this phase, but such an approach will create problems for the international system,” said Zarif.

The two sides also discussed the promotion of reciprocal ties, especially in the domain of economy, tackling the existing obstacles, parliamentary cooperation and other issues of mutual interest.

Iran, Italy Call for Closer Cooperation
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif meets his Japanese opposite number Taro Kono in Rome on Nov. 23, 2018 / Photo by Iranian Foreign Ministry

Japan

Later in the day, Zarif also attended a luncheon banquet hosted by his Japanese counterpart in the Italian capital, Rome.

In the Friday meeting, Zarif and his opposite number Taro Kono discussed the latest developments in Tehran-Tokyo relations.

They also exchanged views on the Iran nuclear deal as well as regional and international developments, including the situation in Yemen, Syria and North Korea.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Blast, Consulate Attack in Pakistan

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Pakistani security personnel stand next to burned out vehicles in front of the Chinese consulate after an attack in Karachi on November 23, 2018 / Photo by AFP

In a Friday statement, Bahram Qassemi expressed deep sorrow over the terrorist incident in Pakistan’s northwestern region of Orakzai, which left dozens of innocent people dead or wounded.

He also offered condolences to the Pakistani government and people as well as the victims’ families over the tragic incident.

A bomber drove his motorcycle into a festival at a crowded market in Orakzai, killing at least 25 people and injuring 35 others on Friday.

“It was a blast at the festival that is held every Friday,” said Abbas Khan, the assistant commissioner of the district.

Among the victims were three members of the minority Sikh community and two security officials.

The Iranian spokesman also denounced an attempt to attack the Chinese Consulate General in Pakistan’s Karachi.

He expressed pleasure that the attempt was aborted due to the vigilance and efforts of security forces and police, and that staff members at the diplomatic mission are in full health.

He once again stressed the necessity of serious and collective efforts by all countries to fight terrorism and anti-human moves by terrorist groups.

Three assailants strapped with explosives have attacked the Chinese consulate in Pakistan’s southern city of Karachi, leaving two policemen dead.

The city’s police chief said the attackers were killed before entering the building early Friday.

An exchange of fire erupted between the guards and the gunmen, which also resulted in the “killing two of our constables and critically wounding another,” said senior local police official Javaid Alam Odho.

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