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.
AKBAR HASHEMI RAFSANJANIThe embassy was active here after the revolution. We didn’t have any problem with them. They started it.
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They should not expect an immediate reaction in return for their positive measures. It will take time.
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If we have any problems, it’s always with the government of the United States.
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We do not trust the goodwill of the U.S. They have cut the ties.
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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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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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The United States is a big country but unfortunately it seems it has the brain of a little bird not befitting the greatness of the country.
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We did not treat the Americans badly. They left Iran in a relaxed mood.
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Each department and institution has its own authorities and responsibilities, and they act on that basis.
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Im not satisfied with the progress of the work, but I am happy that the talks are going on. It might have a negative effect if the United States joins.
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This democracy… The elections in Iraq were held despite the American opposition.
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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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Condi Rice talks tough but she cannot be tough herself.
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I have no idea what the U.S. intends to do further there and what would be the reaction of the Iraqi people.
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I only know that the sole option is to leave Iraq to the Iraqi people.
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We don’t have any bad memories of the people of the United States.
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