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Persian Architecture in Photos: Old Mosque of Mashhad

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In the past times, the mosque was located behind the city walls and considered as a place to host passenger groups.

This Musalla was constructed in the year 1087 AH during the Safavid era. It was registered in the list of Iran’s national heritage over 80 years ago. The structure, besides its portico and two porches, has a brick-made dome decorated with tile and plaster works.

The interior space of the mosque is decorated with inscriptions of Quranic verses.

What follows are the photos of the building retrieved from ISNA:

Israel to Suffer Heavy Defeat in Case of Attack on Gaza: Iran

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IFP Media Wire
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Asked about the possibility of an Israeli attack on Gaza, during an interview with Beirut-based U-News agency on Tuesday, Qassemi said the Zionist regime would not dare to take such an action because it would suffer a major defeat.

He said that the harmony of the Saudi rulers with the Zionist entity and the talk of launching a war on Gaza by the Zionist entity could be a kind of psychological warfare and an experience for the Zionist entity after the many defeats suffered in Syria and other areas in the region.

Qassemi also deplored that the independence of countries has been bought with dollars, and for the big money, human values are sold.

Saudi Arabia has spent petrodollars on military buildup, he said, adding that US President Donald Trump started to sell them arms after discovering their weakness and created an arms race in the region between Arab countries.

Asked about the Iranian foreign minister’s statement that Saudi Arabia possesses missiles capable of carrying nuclear weapons, Qassemi said he did not rule out the fact that certain regimes in the region are being supplied with various weapons in lieu of petrodollars.

He also said that Saudi Arabia could not manufacture such weapons, which Trump calls “fine and good weapons,” adding that Trump would eventually withdraw money, give them weapons and train them in these arms.

He further described the Turkish intervention in Syria as incorrect, saying Iran believes that this intervention could re-activate the movement of terrorist groups there and end the existing relative security atmosphere.

He also added that the concern and disappointment of Trump with the Syrian situation and defeat of Daesh (ISIL) could ignite a war again, citing a Monday attack on Damascus.

Referring to reports of US support for groups in Syria with sophisticated weapons over the past few months, Qassemi said clues show these arms have been used in recent days.

Citing the downing of a Russian Su-25 fighter in Idlib, Qassemi said the actions of some terrorist groups using US weapons could carry some special interpretations and meanings.

He added that the course of the Astana conference was able to eliminate Daesh in Syria, because Tehran, Ankara and Damascus played a role that led to relative security in Syria, as well as the role of the Sochi Conference.

He went on to say that the statements of some US officials indicate that they will remain in Syria, as they came to stay and to implement their plans.

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

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

All newspapers today covered the remarks made by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani during his Tuesday press conference. Such issues as the growing forex rates, the recent protests across the country, and the fuel prices were among what covered from Rouhani’s remarks.

A telephone conversation between Rouhani and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin also received great coverage. The two sides discussed a range of issues, from bilateral ties and the nuclear deal to the Syria peace talks and Iran’s role in Yemen.

The fire at an Energy Ministry building in central Tehran, which was finally contained after 48 hours, also received great coverage. Several firefighters were wounded during the operation.

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

 

Abrar:

1- US Jet Fighters Attack Northern Afghanistan

2- Rouhani to Putin: US, Saudi Claims about Iran’s Missile Supply to Yemen Groundless

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Aftab-e Yazd:

1- Despite Growing Dollar Rates in Recent Days, Officials Still Say There’s No Crisis

  • Rouhani: We Will Have Good Future in Terms of Forex

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Arman-e Emrooz:

1- Still Not Transparent Enough: Rouhani Discusses Various Issues in Press Conference

  • Experts Believe Rouhani Must Be More Transparent in Some Cases

2- Parliament Research Centre: $110 Million of Damages Incurred by Iran

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Emtiaz:

1- Iranians Consume 5.5 Million Barrels of Oil per Day

  • Inconsistency with Global Standards

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Ettela’at:

1- Rouhani Calls for National Dialogue about Major Issues

  • Our Problems Not Just Economic, but Also Political, Social, Environmental

2- Oil Minister: $40 Billion Paid Annually for Energy Subsidies

3- 48 Hours of Efforts to Extinguish Energy Ministry Building

  • 12 Firefighters Wounded during Operation

4- Putin to Rouhani: Weakening Iran Nuclear Deal Very Dangerous

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Iran:

1- Rouhani Says Increased Dollar Rates Have Psychological Causes

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Javan:

1- Rouhani: Fuel Prices Must Go up Gradually

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Jomhouri Eslami:

1- Rouhani: Gov’t Respects People’s Protests

2- Arab Analyst: US Has Plans for Long-Term Presence in Iraq

3- Rouhani to Putin: Iran’s Commitment to JCPOA Hinges on Other Sides’ Commitment

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Kayhan:

1- Unprecedented Move: Young Jewish Man’s Armed Attack in Support of Intifada

2- Nigerian Security Forces Open Fire on Shiite Cleric Due to His Support for Zakzaky

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Khorasan:

1- Horrific Confessions of ISIS Element: I Raped 250 Women, Girls, Killed 900

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Resalat:

1- Rouhani: We’ll Stand against US Strongly

2- Zarif: Iran Nuclear Deal Not What We Wanted from Americans

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

 

Shargh:

1- Rouhani: If You Think People’s Protest Was Only for Economic Woes, You Haven’t Heard Their Voice

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 7

Turkish FM to Visit Tehran on Wednesday

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IFP Editorial Staff
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During the one-day visit, the two sides are expected to hold talks on bilateral issues as well as the latest regional developments.

The situations in Iraq and Syria are high on the agenda, a Farsi report by Tasnim News Agency said.

The visit will come one day after Iranian President Hassan Rouhani strongly slammed Ankara for its ongoing operation in Syria’s Afrin, which is aimed at defeating US-backed Kurdish militants in the war-torn country. Rouhani urged Turkey to immediately stop the operation.

The operation has faced criticisms by Syria, which calls it a violation of its sovereignty.

Iran and Turkey along with Russia have been acting as guarantor states for the peace process in Syria. They are also the main organizers of Astana peace talks aimed at finding a solution to the Syria crisis.

US Dream of Dividing Syria Will Never Come True: Iran Leader’s Aide

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Velayati stressed that the US’ dream of dividing Syria will never come true as Tehran defends the territorial integrity of Syria and rejects any foreign invasion of the country.

“We recommend that the US respects international borders. Meanwhile, we believe that the Syrian nation and their supporters (including Lebanon’s Hezbollah) will force them out of the eastern bank of the Euphrates River,” he was quoted as saying in a Farsi report by Fars News Agency.

Velayati also noted that as in the past, Syria’s supporters including volunteer forces of Lebanon’s Hezbollah, Heidariyoun, Fatemiyoun and Zeinabiyoun will stand by the Syrian nation in this battle and foil the US’ Satanic plan for the region.

Most of the Syrian Kurds are committed to the territorial integrity of the country, he concluded.

The remarks came as the US has already deployed around 2,000 military personnel in northern Syria supporting the so-called Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in northern Syria which is an alliance of Kurdish People’s Protection Units (YPG)

Today, the northern Syria has turned into a battlefield between Turkish forces and the US-backed YPG militants.

Turkey began its operation in northern Syria about two weeks ago after the US said it would work with Kurdish militants to set up a 30,000-strong border force near Turkey.

Syria has slammed both Turkey and the US for their military activities in the country as a violation of its sovereignty, repeatedly calling on both sides to leave its soil.

FIFA President to Visit Iran Late February

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Infantino is going to travel to Tehran upon the formal invitation of the Iranian Football Federation.

According to a Farsi report by the Varzesh3 website, this would be Infantino’s first trip to Iran as the head of FIFA. This visit may take place on February 28 or March 1.

The trip has been confirmed by Iran’s Football Federation, and it seems the trip could help in solving the international problems Iran is facing, especially regarding Saudi Arabia and the Asian Football Confederation.

The Iranian Football Federation has faced many problems during the past few months over hosting Saudi teams, and eventually the AFC failed to resolve the problem. As a result, the Iranian clubs are not allowed to host Saudi teams at home in the AFC Champions League exactly like the few previous years. Many hope FIFA president’s trip to Iran could help the Iranian football teams greatly.

Infantino visited Tehran last February as the UEFA chief and visited the Iran National Football Academy during his one-day trip. He also held a meeting with the Iranian media and negotiated with Iranian officials on solutions to develop football in Iran.

Iran, Singapore Discuss Removal of Banking Problems

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IFP Editorial Staff
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During the meeting, the regional director generals of the two countries reviewed the latest status of cooperation in various political, economic, commercial and cultural fields.

The two sides also conferred on the removal of banking problems to facilitate the development of economic and trade cooperation, especially after the nuclear deal.

Development of parliamentary cooperation, development of cultural relations, strengthening of public relations, exchange of high-level political delegations, and the development of international partnerships were high on the agenda.

The removal of banking issues has remained a key part of Tehran’s talks with Singapore within the past few years.

Back in November 2017, Singapore’s Ambassador to Iran Ong Keng Yong said his country is currently working to come up with a suitable solution to establish banking relations between Singapore and Iran.

“Because banking hurdles have to be resolved, we can improve the level of our relations by establishing more ties between our respective small- and medium-sized enterprises,” he said in a meeting with the head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture.

“Iran-Singapore ties dwindled after international sanctions were imposed against the former, but ties could be elevated to a level even better than before as conditions are improving,” the envoy noted at the time.

4 Killed, 140 Missing after 6.4-Magnitude Quake Hits Taiwan (+Video)

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Rescuers combed through the rubble of collapsed buildings on Wednesday, some using their hands as they searched for about 140 people missing after the strong earthquake.

Many of the 140 people missing were believed to be still trapped inside buildings, some of which were tilting precariously, after the quake hit about 22 km (14 miles) northeast of Hualien on Taiwan’s east coast.

Two people were trapped inside a badly damaged hotel. The injured included mainland Chinese, Czech, Japanese, Singaporean and South Korean nationals.

Aftershocks with a magnitude of at least 5.0 could rock the island in the next two weeks, the government said. Smaller tremors rattled nervous residents throughout the day.

Residents waited and watched anxiously as emergency workers dressed in fluorescent orange and red suits and wearing helmets searched for residents trapped in apartment blocks, Reuters reported.

Hualien is home to about 100,000 people. Its streets were buckled by the force of the quake, with around 40,000 homes left without water and around 1,900 without power. Water supply had returned to nearly 5,000 homes by noon (0400 GMT), while power was restored to around 1,700 households.

Taiwan, a self-ruled island that China considers part of its territory, lies near the junction of two tectonic plates and is prone to earthquakes.

More than 100 people were killed in a quake in southern Taiwan in 2016, and some Taiwanese remain scarred by a 7.6 magnitude quake that was felt across the island and killed more than 2,000 people in 1999.

Key to Thaw in Iran-US Relations in Washington’s Hands: Rouhani

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Speaking in a press conference in Tehran on Tuesday, Rouhani said the current US administration missed the “golden opportunity” of the Iran nuclear deal.

“The possibility of holding talks with Iran over other issues [other than Iran’s nuclear program] would become possible if the US officials took advantage of the nuclear deal’s opportunity,” he was quoted as saying in a Farsi report by the Iranian president’s official website.

Rouhani then underlined that the JCPOA is non-negotiable and non-rewritable, adding the deal was signed by the involved sides and approved by the United Nation Security Council after 30-month marathon talks.

“Therefore, there is no justification for holding new talks with the US, the EU or any other states over the deal.”

Elsewhere in his remarks, Rouhani said Iran honours its commitment to the world to avoid going after weapons of mass destruction (WMD). “We don’t seek such weapons not only because of our international commitments but also the Fatwa (religious decree) of the leader of the Islamic Revolution.”

He then referred to the conventional weapons and said to defend itself Iran will acquire whatever conventional weapons it deems necessary.

“Our missiles have never posed any threat to any state. They have been developed for self-defence and not as a weapon of mass destruction,” he noted.

Touching on the cyberspace and internet in Iran, Rouhani said his government attaches great significance to these issues.

He said his government is also determined to provide required infrastructures as well as platforms for further development of cyberspace.

Rouhani then talked about US President Donald Trump’s unusual tweets, saying today the US president tweets and sometimes backs off after receiving millions of responses. “This means that today cyberspace plays a key role in developing foreign, domestic and economic policies.”

President Rouhani also said the era of removing satellite TV dishes from the roofs of houses is over.

Café in Tokyo Offers Costumers Company of Snakes! (+Video)

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IFP Editorial Staff
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The Tokyo Snake Centre has 35 snakes, kept inside boxes. Visitors can choose any of them, and the staff will bring the box with the snake to their table. For an additional fee, the reptile lovers can even pet the snake of their choice.

“I’m deeply in love with snakes. I started my cafe with the motivation to show all the people in the world how wonderful and beautiful snakes are,” says the cafe manager Hisamitsu Kaneko.

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