This democracy… The elections in Iraq were held despite the American opposition.
AKBAR HASHEMI RAFSANJANIThis democracy… The elections in Iraq were held despite the American opposition.
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There is no doubt that America is a superpower of the world and we cannot ignore them.
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The embassy was active here after the revolution. We didn’t have any problem with them. They started it.
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If we have any problems, it’s always with the government of the United States.
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Each department and institution has its own authorities and responsibilities, and they act on that basis.
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I only know that the sole option is to leave Iraq to the Iraqi people.
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There has not been a significant complaint. We have to wait to see what the outcome of the counting is.
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The important matter is freedom. When the people choose what they want, it is good for them and for us.
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When al-Qaeda was on the run from Afghanistan crossing through Iran, some were arrested and they are imprisoned. Some of them are charged with some actions in Iran.
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We don’t have any bad memories of the people of the United States.
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The problem is that the Iraqi people are facing atrocities from both sides – Zarqawi and also the American troops at times.
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Iran is determined to use peaceful nuclear technology and no intimidation or threat can make us give it up.
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Things like unemployment, which the youth are suffering from, and the rate of inflation – these are chronic conditions and we have to solve them.
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Passing a tough resolution or threatening Iran will not bring about the desired outcome.
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I was president then. I’m not president now. When I said it, this would be a sign of goodwill to begin the talks.
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We did not treat the Americans badly. They left Iran in a relaxed mood.
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