Sanctions Raise Nationˈs Hatred Of Western Gov'ts: Speaker

Tehran, May 11, IRNA – Sanctions raises the nationˈs hatred of western governments, Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani said on Saturday. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Tehran International Book Fair, he noted that Iranian nation is book lovers with enriched culture and a great history. The western governments who suppose that can affect Iranian nationˈs determination by sanctions and pressure, should consider the fact that they are being judged by a great civilized nation, Larijani underlined. He made it clear that the outside dictation upon Iranian nation will not bring any outcome and will only increase their hatred of the western governments. Tehran International Book Fair 2014 has finished the year’s programs after hosting divergent cultural activities held during 10 days. The event wrapped up after a closing ceremony held this morning at Tehranˈs Grand Prayer Grounds. Many local and international book publishers displayed their books./end