TEHRAN // The Iranian president yesterday hailed the lifting of international sanctions on his country after last July’s nuclear deal with major powers went into effect.
Speaking in the parliament in comments broadcast live on state television, Hassan Rouhani said: “In [implementing] the deal, all are happy except Zionists, warmongers, sowers of discord among Islamic nations and extremists in the US. The rest are happy.”
Iran took a step toward ending its international isolation on Saturday after the United Nation’s atomic watchdog confirmed Iran was carrying out measures agreed under the deal.
A strong supporter of the agreement, Mr Rouhani also sent out a celebratory tweet calling it a “glorious victory” while the speeches in Vienna, Austria, were still taking place.
“We Iranians have reached out to the world in a sign of friendliness, and leaving behind the enmities, suspicions and plots, have opened a new chapter in the relations of Iran with the world,” the official IRNA news agency quoted him.
“The implementation of the JCPOA is not a loss for any country,” Mr Rouhani said, referring to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, the official name for Tehran’s nuclear agreement with the United States, Britain, China, France, Germany, and Russia.
“The friends of Iran are happy and its competitors need not worry, we are not a threat to any government or nation.
“We are a messenger of peace, stability and security in the region and the world.”
* Agencies
Haircare resolutions 2021
From Beirut and Amman to London and now Dubai, hairstylist George Massoud has seen the same mistakes made by customers all over the world. In the chair or at-home hair care, here are the resolutions he wishes his customers would make for the year ahead.
1. 'I will seek consultation from professionals'
You may know what you want, but are you sure it’s going to suit you? Haircare professionals can tell you what will work best with your skin tone, hair texture and lifestyle.
2. 'I will tell my hairdresser when I’m not happy'
Massoud says it’s better to offer constructive criticism to work on in the future. Your hairdresser will learn, and you may discover how to communicate exactly what you want more effectively the next time.
3. ‘I will treat my hair better out of the chair’
Damage control is a big part of most hairstylists’ work right now, but it can be avoided. Steer clear of over-colouring at home, try and pursue one hair brand at a time and never, ever use a straightener on still drying hair, pleads Massoud.
How to apply for a drone permit
- Individuals must register on UAE Drone app or website using their UAE Pass
- Add all their personal details, including name, nationality, passport number, Emiratis ID, email and phone number
- Upload the training certificate from a centre accredited by the GCAA
- Submit their request
What are the regulations?
- Fly it within visual line of sight
- Never over populated areas
- Ensure maximum flying height of 400 feet (122 metres) above ground level is not crossed
- Users must avoid flying over restricted areas listed on the UAE Drone app
- Only fly the drone during the day, and never at night
- Should have a live feed of the drone flight
- Drones must weigh 5 kg or less
