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Iran, Syria Pass through Difficult Stages Successfully: Zarif

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In a Wednesday meeting, Zarif praised the resistance of the Syrian government and people against plots and their victory against the terrorists, saying that these victories made the US and the Zionist regime boost their destructive plans in favour of the terrorists.

The Iranian top diplomat also added that Tehran and Damascus had gone through more difficult stages in the past, expressing hope that the current important stages would be successfully passed.

In turn, the Syrian lawmaker appreciated the support of the Islamic Republic of Iran for the Syrian people in their fight against terrorism, noting that “Iran is our main partner in the resistance, victories, political process and reconstruction of Syria.”Iran, Syria Pass through Difficult Stages Successfully: Zarif

Referring to the holding of the 13th Session of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC members (PUIC), Sabbagh described it as an example of Iran’s successful diplomacy, adding that Muslim countries will triumph over all conspiracies with unity and solidarity.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

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IFP Editorial Staff
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A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 18

The top story in all Iranian newspapers today was the remarks made by the Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in a meeting with the participants of the 13th Session of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC members (PUIC).

The Leader particularly highlighted the significance of the issue of Palestine and urged the Muslim world to remain united in defending the Palestinian cause and Jerusalem al-Quds against the US and Zionist plots.

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

 

19 Dey:

1- Iran Environment Chief: Right to Have Clean Air Prior to Nuclear Rights

2- Intelligence Minister: The Country’s Energy Shouldn’t Be Wasted on Domestic Conflicts

3- Western, Eastern Faults of Tehran Activated

4- Rouhani: We Consider No Islamic Country as Our Rival

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Abrar:

1- MP: 100 Officials in Iran Have Dual Nationalities, Green Card

2- Rouhani: Domestic Woes Cannot Be Resolved by Foreign Invasion

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Aftab-e Yazd:

1- Iran Leader: Washington’s “Arrant Nonsense” about Quds Futile

2- China Changing Economic Approach to Iran: Observers

3- Culture Minister: No Ban on Presence of Female Instrumentalists on Stage

4- Girl Who Entered Stadium While Disguised as Boy: I’ll Do It Again!

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Arman-e Emrooz:

1- Iran Leader: Palestine Ignored with Plot of Silence

2- 4,810 Deaths Caused by Air Pollution in Tehran

  • We Must Implement Law of Clean Air

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Arman-e Melli:

1- Responses to Unanswered Questions about Sanchi Oil Tanker

2- Sanchi Oil Tanker, Its Cargo Were Insured: Official

3- Foreign Ministry Rejects Rumours of Attack on Sanchi, Calls for Avoiding Prejudgment

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Ettela’at:

1- Iran Leader: Quds Undoubtedly Capital of Palestine

  • Issue of Palestine, Top Priority of Muslim World

2- Yazd Receives World Sustainability Award for Optimal Use of Energy

3- Health Minister: Daily Casualties Caused by Air Pollution Not Less than Sanchi Tragedy

4- 10,000 Bodies Discovered in Mass Graves in Syria’s Raqqa

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Iran:

1- Rouhani: Reinforcing Democracy Most Important Strategy to Counter West

2- Culture Minister: Instructions to Be Provided for Female Instrumentalists

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Javan:

1- Rouhani: We Shouldn’t Rely on Others for Resolving Our Problems

2- Money Raised for Quake-Hit People Remains in Celebrities’ Accounts!

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Jomhouri Eslami:

1- Iran Leader: We’re Ready to Behave Brotherly Even towards Our Enemies

2- Iran Rejects Rumours about Missile Attack on Iranian Oil Tanker

3- Rouhani: Islamic Parliaments Must Try to Boost Muslim Unity in Development-Oriented Way

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Kayhan:

1- Iran Leader: Saudis Betraying Muslim Society

2- We Can Get Out of Foreign Messengers’ Monopoly in One Year: Official

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Resalat:

1- Iran Leader: Resistance against Zionist Regime Will Bear Fruit

2- Top General: Iran Pioneer in Saving People from Hegemony

3- IRGC General: US Main Source of World Instability

4- Official: Those Killed in Sanchi Tragedy Are Martyrs of Service

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Shahrvand:

1- Iran Leader: Muslim World Must Declare Its Stances in Loud Voice

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

 

Shargh:

1- Iran Leader: We Shouldn’t Let Safe Haven Be Created for Zionist Regime

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on January 17

People of Iran’s Bushehr Mourn for Sanchi Oil Tanker Victims (+Video)

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Golrokh Askarieh
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Based on a traditional belief, when someone is drowned in the sea, people in Bushehr mourn by beating their traditional drums and symbolically ask the sea to bring the dead bodies back to the coast.

Following the recent tragic incident in East China Sea, where all the 32 crew members of an Iranian oil tanker lost their lives after their ship Sanchi caught fire and sank, the Bushehris took to the Persian Gulf coast to mourn their deaths in their own way.

Here are ISNA’s photos of the ceremony:

 

Iran Rejects Financial Times’ Report on Missile Talks

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Bahram Qassemi

In a statement on Wednesday, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi categorically rejected as baseless the claim by the British daily The Financial Times that Tehran had, in a recent Brussels meeting, agreed to hold “an intensive and very serious dialogue” on its missile program and regional issues.

“The Islamic Republic of Iran’s policy and position on its missile defence program is crystal clear, and other countries are well aware of the stance of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” said the spokesman.

He said Iran’s stand has not changed at all despite the United States’ propaganda campaigns, threats, positions and viewpoints.

“As it has been announced time and again, Iran’s missile program is completely geared to defence and deterrence, and will not be use against any country, and making false and groundless claims will bring about no changes in this fundamental and key position of the country,” Qassemi underlined.

The spokesman reiterated that Iran will not allow any country to interfere in its domestic affairs and defence policies, especially the country’s missile program.

He also said Iran’s policy in the region is a constructive and stabilizing one aimed at further promoting peace and security in the region and across the world.

“If ill-wishers and extremists cannot help promote stability and security in the region, they are not allowed to ignore the role of Iran, which has paid a heavy price in fighting terrorism, insecurity and instability, and [are not allowed] to further fuel chaos and insecurity and spread terrorism in the region,” the spokesman underscored.

Vank Cathedral to Be Registered as Iranian World Heritage

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Fatemeh Askarieh
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Vank Cathedral, Iran

Iran will add Vank Cathedral to the list of Armenian churches inscribed at the UNESCO World Heritage website; according to the Deputy Head of Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handcrafts and Tourism Organisation (ICHTO), Mohammad Hossein Talebian.

Addressing the closing ceremony of the joint exhibition of Iran and Armenia held at the National Museum of Iran in Tehran, Talebian noted that Iran is doing its best to add other important Armenian churches, such as Vank in Isfahan, to this list.

A Cathedral in the Armenian District

According to a Farsi report by ISNA, Vank is one of the most famous cathedrals in Iran and the largest one in Isfahan province, central Iran. In terms of historical paintings and decorations, it is known as the most beautiful church in Isfahan.

It is a combination of Iranian and Armenian architecture, and this has made it a unique structure in the world.

The location of this church in the Jolfa district of Isfahan allows you to visit the most famous Iranian cafes there while looking at this magnificent work of art.

Anyone walking into the Jolfa district will be enchanted by its special atmosphere.

History of Churches

Isfahan hosted six churches until the end of the 17th century. Meanwhile, there were 24 churches in the Jolfa district. Today, there are only 13 of them left. Each of these churches has its own characteristics, but among them, the Vank is an exception.

The cathedral was established in 1606, dedicated to the hundreds of thousands of Armenian deportees that were resettled by Shah Abbas I during the Ottoman War of 1603-1618.

The construction is believed to have begun in 1606 by first arrivals of Armenians; and completed with major alterations to design between 1655 and 1664 under the supervision of Archbishop David. The cathedral consists of a domed sanctuary, much like an Iranian mosque; but with the significant addition of a semi-octagonal apse and raised chancel usually seen in western churches. The cathedral’s exteriors are in relatively modern brickwork and are exceptionally plain compared to its elaborately decorated interior.

A Centre of Gathering

The Vank as the most important church in Jolfa has been a centre for educating priests and has played the role of a Christian seminary. Many monks have grown there and reached the highest religious positions.

Today, the Vank is the centre of communication between the Armenians of Isfahan and the southern regions of Iran with the world. As a result, the cathedral is of great importance to the Armenians.

Here are photos of Vank cathedral retrieved from the Karnaval.ir website:

 

Iranian University to Open Branches in Syria on Assad’s Order

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Golrokh Askarieh
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The Islamic Azad University UAE Branch, also shortly known as the Azad University of Dubai

Damascus has given the green light to Iran’s proposal to establish branches of the Islamic Azad University in Syria, said Ali-Akbar Velayati, the head of the Board of Founders and Board of Trustees of the IAU.

“In a letter to [Syrian President] Bashar Assad, I announced that the Islamic Azad University is prepared to establish branches [in Syria] and he issued an order to establish branches of the Islamic Azad University in all Syrian cities,” Velayati said, as quoted by the Persian-language E’temad Online website.

Velayati said Islamic Azad University branches have been successful in different countries.

“[Students at] Different universities in Western countries are witnessing Iran’s growing power, and, hence, are seeking to learn the Persian language and literature as well as the Shiite and Islamic culture,” he noted.

Velayati also touched upon his recent meeting with Sheikh Humam Hamoudi, the head of Iraq’s Islamic Supreme Council, saying the Iraqi official welcomed the idea of the Islamic Azad University opening branches in his country.

The Iranian official also said he expressed the university’s readiness to open branches in Lebanon in a meeting with Secretary General of the Lebanese Hezbollah Movement Seyyed Hassan Nasrallah.

Velayati said Iran not only helps neighbouring and Islamic countries maintain their security, but also denies them no assistance to help promote Islamic, native and regional culture and shares with them its accomplishments in the field of science and technology.

The Islamic Azad University is a private university system in Iran, and one of the largest comprehensive systems of universities, colleges, and community colleges in the world.

Last year, the total number of enrolment in IAU branches was 1,620,000, which makes it the world’s fifth biggest universities in terms of enrolment.

Iran Denies Romours about Missile Strike on Oil Tanker

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iranian Labour Minister Ali Rabiei, who was tasked by President Rouhani with following up the recent oil tanker accident, told a press conference in Tehran it is a very big lie that the tanker has been hit by a missile.

“If anyone is familiar with political issues and radar systems, s/he will understand this is not true. Moreover, the bill of lading was issued for South Korea, and the government officially confirmed it. This is not an issue that could be kept secret internationally,” the Khabar Online news agency quoted Rabiei as saying in a Farsi report.

In response to a question regarding the negligence of the Chinese, he said it was not possible to get service from the Japanese and the Koreans because the incident happened in the Chinese waters.

“Some were saying that the fate of our nationals may have not been important to the Chinese, but we did not find any evidence that the Chinese would not care for the seafarers’ lives,” he underlined.

The entire crew members of Iran’s Panama-registered Sanchi oil tanker were killed after the vessel collided with a Chinese freighter in the East China Sea.

This oil tanker had 32 people inside, 30 Iranians and two other people from Bangladesh. Only the bodies of three were recovered.

The vessel sank on Sunday after a huge explosion while a team of Iranian commandos were getting prepared for a rescue operation.

Regional Conflicts Must Be Resolved through Dialogue: Iran

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In a Tuesday meeting with Qatar’s parliament speaker in Tehran, Rouhani underlined that the Islamic Republic of Iran will always stand up for the Qatari government and nation.

“Today, there is a strong will on both sides to expand bilateral relations between Iran and Qatar,” Rouhani said, urging the officials of both states to spare no effort in deepening Tehran-Doha ties in all fields.

According to a Farsi report by the Iranian president’s official website, Rouhani stressed that Iran will never accept that the Muslim nation of Qatar comes under unfair pressure by the enemies.

“Iran and Qatar have had friendly and brotherly relations throughout history and have stayed with each other at harsh times,” Rouhani added.

For his part, Speaker of the Advisory Council of Qatar Ahmad bin Abdullah Al Mahmoud appreciated the Islamic Republic’s support for the Qatari nation and government particularly during the recent tension in the region.

“We are delighted to see that Iran and Qatar have established their bilateral relations based on friendship, brotherhood and neighbourhood,” he said, adding that the two sides should attempt to expand their current relations as far as possible.

The Qatari government maintains that any conflict in the region should be resolved through dialogue and mutual understanding, he added.

“Today, thanks to the support we receive from our friends especially Iran, we are standing against the malice and nasty plots of our enemies,” he added.

The Qatari official is in Tehran to attend the 13th Session of Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States.

US Formation of Border Force Targeting Syria’s Territorial Integrity: Iran

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IFP Media Wire
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The American plan to establish a so-called Border Security Force (BSF) in Syria’s border areas “runs counter to international regulations and is a plot against Syria’s territorial integrity and security and the region,” the president said in a meeting with speaker of the People’s Council of Syria Hammouda Youssef Sabbagh in Tehran on Tuesday.

It came after the US-led alliance purportedly formed to fight the Daesh (ISIL) terrorist group announced on Sunday that it was working with Arab and Kurdish fighters to establish the “Border Security Force”, which would be responsible for preventing a “resurgence” of Daesh in areas where the terrorists had been cleared by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a multi-ethnic alliance of predominantly Kurdish fighters.

Elsewhere in the meeting, Rouhani reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to helping the Syrian government and nation, urging efforts to help Syrian refugees return home and reconstruct their country.

The Syrian parliamentarian, for his part, said Damascus would never agree to the presence of US forces in the Arab country and has formally announced that Americans should leave.

Sabbagh also lauded Tehran’s unwavering support for the Syrian government and nation, calling for continued assistance in the process of reconstruction.

In September 2017, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly that Iran will assist the Syrian nation in reconstructing their country after the war, in the same way that it contributed to the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Arab state amid the crisis.

Syria has been gripped by a civil war since March 2011, with militants from various terrorist groups, including Daesh, pouring into the Arab country.

On November 19, Daesh terrorists were flushed out of their last stronghold in Syria’s Al-Bukamal. The city’s liberation marked an end to the group’s self-proclaimed caliphate it had declared in 2014.

According to a report by the Syrian Center for Policy Research, the conflict has claimed the lives of over 470,000 people, injured 1.9 million others, and displaced nearly half of the country’s pre-war population of about 23 million within or beyond its borders.

Throughout these years, Iran has remained a close ally of Syria and supports its legitimate government in the face of foreign-backed militancy.

Saudi Arabia Betraying Muslim World: Iran Leader

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IFP Editorial Staff
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US Presence in Region Causing Insecurity, Devastation: Iran Leader

In a Tuesday meeting with the participants of the 13th session of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States, Ayatollah Khamenei said the Saudis are helping the US and Israel and it is a betrayal to the Muslim Ummah and the Muslim world.

The Leader further noted that the issue of Muslim unity is an important matter, adding, “We are ready to show brotherly behaviour even towards those who hitherto showed animosity towards us in the Muslim world.”

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution noted that the Muslim world, with its large population and facilities, can undoubtedly turn into a great and influential power in the world by maintaining its unity.

He also called on the Muslim world to stop conflicts saying that one of the aspirations of the enemies of Islam is to create differences, wage wars and cause bloodshed in the Muslim world to create a safe haven for the Zionists, and it must not be allowed.

“I believe that this fight against the Zionists will produce result, as today we see the resistance has progressed.”

Ayatollah Khamenei said once the Zionists’ slogan was From Nile to Euphrates, but today they are building a wall around themselves to be able to safeguard themselves on the occupied lands.

“Palestine is a collection; it is a country as well as a history, and its capital city is absolutely Jerusalem al-Quds.”

The Leader also referred to the attempts of the US to recognize Jerusalem al-Quds as the new capital of the Israeli regime saying that this is not something they could do.

The Leader of the Islamic Revolution also stated that there are important issues on the agenda of this session of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States, but there are some issues that have been neglected.

He said the issue of Yemen and Bahrain are important ones that must be resolved.

“My advice to our brothers in the Muslim world is that we should be outspoken regarding the basic issues of the Muslim world to have an impact on public opinion.”

Elsewhere in his remarks, Ayatollah Khamenei said “do not let them ignore you and the major issues of the Muslim world through conspiracy of silence.”

Palestine is an important issue of the Muslim world that is largely ignored, said the Leader.

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