TEHRAN (Iran News) Highlighting the active and pioneering role of women in Iran’s comprehensive development, Marzieh Afkham condemned the resolution as biased.

“The clear trend of increasing social participation and dynamic presence of women in various social, economic, and political fields, supported by growing statistics and accurate documentation, reflect the realities of contemporary Iranian society,” she added.

“Biased resolutions like this cannot distort or ignore the positive trajectory of women’s and girls’ involvement in the Islamic of Republic Iran,” she noted, the Foreign Ministry’s website reported.

Afkham then pointed to the global public anger, especially in the European societies, over their governments’ continued support for a regime accused of crimes against humanity and genocide, with innocent women and children in Gaza forming the majority of the casualties.

“Unfortunately, the European Parliament, which considers itself a symbol of democracy and a reflection of the concerns of the European people, has turned a blind eye to public protests against the dark record of the apartheid regime of Israel and the violation of the rights of the oppressed Palestinian people and continues to follow a biased, dual, and political approach,” she said.

She decried the political motives of the initiators and drafters of such unfounded and one-sided resolutions, saying, “The European Parliament’s deliberate efforts to misrepresent Iran’s social developments are repetitive and going down the wrong path.”

In order to maintain credibility and respect for their own people, the European institutions should reflect the true demands of public opinion in Europe by condemning and protesting the organized killing of innocent Palestinian women and children and pushing for the cessation of crimes and punishment of the Zionist regime’s leaders, Afkham underlined.

TEHRAN (Iran News) In a post on his X account on Friday morning, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi gave details of his talks with Enrique Mora, the chief of staff of the EU foreign policy chief.

Gharibabadi noted that he and Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht Ravanchi have “had a frank discussion with Enrique Mora on a variety of issues, including the perspective of nuclear and sanctions lifting negotiations in light of recent developments.”

“It was reaffirmed to him that EU should abandon its self-centered and irresponsible behavior towards issues and challenges of this continent and international matters,” he said.

“Europe should not project its own problems and mistakes onto others, including with regard to the conflict in Ukraine. With their complicit behavior towards the ongoing genocide in Gaza, Europe -specifically the three major countries- lack any moral ground to preach others on human rights,” Gharibabadi stated.

“Similarly, with regard to the nuclear issue of Iran, Europe has failed to be a serious player due to lack of self-confidence and responsibility. Europe is in need of self-recovery,” he underlined.

TEHRAN (Iran News) A group of academic elites and outstanding scientific talents met with Ayatollah Khamenei at the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah of Tehran on Wednesday, October 2.

The Leader initiated the meeting by speaking about the recent loss of Hezbollah’s Leader, Seyed Hassan Nasrallah, who was martyred in Beirut in an Israeli strike on September 27.

“We are in mourning these days. I, in particular, am deeply grieved. The loss of Mr. Seyed Hassan Nasrallah is not a small matter. Even though the atmosphere in the country is one of public mourning, I chose not to postpone this meeting with the elites, which had already been planned,” he stated.

Ayatollah Khamenei underlined the reason for holding the meeting of elites at the scheduled time, stating, “The message of this gathering is that even though we are in mourning, this does not mean that we should just sit in a corner and wallow in despair. Rather, our mourning is of the same nature as that of Imam Hussain (AS). It is reviving, propelling, and it inspires enthusiasm for work and progress.”

The Leader emphasized, “The root of the problem and the fundamental cause of conflicts and wars in the region lies is the presence of the United States and certain European countries that falsely advocate for peace and tranquility. If they leave this region, the conflicts and wars would come to an end, allowing the countries to manage their affairs and coexist in peace and prosperity.”

He considered Saddam Hussein’s instigation to attack Iran and the ensuing bitter and difficult days as an example of the warmongering of the United States and the West in the region. In the same context, Ayatollah Khamenei remarked, “The current friendship between the two countries, Iran and Iraq, of which the pinnacle is manifested in the great Arbaeen Walk, clearly demonstrates that the primary obstacle to peace in the region stems from those who falsely claim to seek it. We remain hopeful that, with God’s help, the determination of the Iranian people, the inspiration drawn from the Islamic Revolution, and collaboration with other nations, will, God willing, lead to the departure of our enemies from the region.”

The Leader addressed three issues relevant to the subject of the meeting: Recognizing gifted individuals in the country, preserving and multiplying these talents and the duties and responsibilities of the elite.

He regarded elite individuals and the conditions necessary for cultivating talent as among the country’s most valuable assets. Referring to the neglect of elite individuals and talent development during the reign of the Pahlavi regime, Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized that while the Revolution brought more attention to the capabilities of talented individuals, this focus needs to be intensified by involving them more actively in various sectors including water, oil, gas, nuclear energy, nanotechnology, and new sciences such as artificial intelligence.

The Leader highlighted the responsibilities of the country’s elites, stating, “The duties of the elites are more significant than those of the general populace, as they enjoy greater divine blessings and advantages, including knowledge, honor, and wealth.”

Highlighting the swift pace of scientific progress worldwide, the Leader urged intellectuals to embark in a jihad for a scientific uprising. The country, he remarked, needs a new scientific movement and leap, a responsibility that rests primarily on the shoulders of intellectuals. “Of course, scientific and research centers are also responsible in this regard, but the individual elite is the key factor.”

Ayatollah Khamenei also emphasized that a new scientific movement and leap would lead to superiority over rivals and ill-wishers. He highlighted that achieving scientific and technological superiority would significantly diminish the enemy’s capacity to harm the people of Gaza and Beirut’s Dahiyah district. This, he emphasized, would help avert provocations that would break the hearts of the people and the youth.

TEHRAN (Iran News) –Speaking to reporters at a weekly press conference on Monday, Kanaani bemoaned the lack of sufficient dynamism in the relations between Iran and Europe considering their capacities.

Asked about Europe’s cold response to the result of the recent presidential elections in Iran, the spokesman said the cold relations or the failure to employ the existing capacities result from “Europe’s miscalculations or bowing to pressure from the US”.

Kanaani stated that the bilateral relations will definitely improve if the European governments adopt independent policies towards Iran and rid themselves of US influence.

Asked about the US presidential election result’s impact on Iran’s foreign policy, the spokesman reiterated that Tehran does not care who is in charge of the US administrations.

What matters is that the US has taken a hostile policy against Iran, Kanaani noted, adding, “A fundamental change in the US’ hostile policies could change the atmosphere.”

In remarks in September 2019, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said the way to establish relations with Europe is open, but the Iranian officials should by no means trust the countries that openly show hostility.

Highlighting the potentials for establishing ties with other countries of the world, the Leader asserted, “One point about Europe and the foreign policy affairs is that we have not closed the door for establishing relations and negotiating with any country in the world, apart from the Zionist Regime and the US.”

The Leader called on Iranian officials to avoid relying on the European heads of states, adding, “But, as frequently mentioned before, we should not at all place hope and trust on anyone except for the domestic forces, in particular, not on those that have raised the flag of hostility against the Islamic Republic and the Islamic establishment, firstly led by the US, and next by the European countries.”

TEHRAN (Iran News) –Thousands flooded the streets of Madrid, responding to the call from non-governmental organizations, to denounce the “genocide and Zionist massacre in Gaza.”

Voices reverberated in Lisbon as pro-Palestinian students occupied the University of Lisbon campus, showcasing their support for Gaza.

In Athens, hundreds joined the chorus of solidarity, rallying against the relentless Israeli assaults, with banners waving high in demand for an independent Palestinian state.

Amsterdam witnessed a massive gathering of around 15,000, denouncing the Nakba and condemning Israel’s atrocities, echoing calls for a ceasefire and an end to the bloodshed.

Meanwhile, Berlin saw nearly 3,000 demonstrators marching against Israel’s attacks and Germany’s alleged complicity in supplying arms, underscoring the urgent need to halt what they termed as “genocide in Gaza.”

Italy joined the outcry as thousands marched in Rome, Milan, and Turin, condemning the violence and advocating for Palestinian freedom.

In Paris, Republic Square became a rallying point as thousands demanded an immediate halt to the violence, echoing chants for the liberation of Palestine and an end to the blockade.

The demonstrations, spanning across different cities, illustrated a growing global outcry against the violence in Gaza and a resounding call for solidarity with the Palestinian cause.