When I talk about the assets, that was at the beginning of the talks.
AKBAR HASHEMI RAFSANJANIWe want all the Palestinians back in their homeland, and then there can be a fair referendum for people to choose the form of state they want. Whoever gets the majority can rule.
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It is wrong to even compare such actions to what is done in Guantanamo or elsewhere by the Americans. They do not stand on a high moral platform to preach to others.
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I think the elections have gone well, although there is so much insecurity in Iraq. So far during the counting of ballots.
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We don’t have a major problem right now in our country, and life is normal.
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We have no problems with Jews and highly respect Judaism as a holy religion.
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We did not treat the Americans badly. They left Iran in a relaxed mood.
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If (the West) shows its rigidity by making unjust decisions and putting their threats into practice, the Iranian people will not be the only ones to pay the price.
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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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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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We do not trust the goodwill of the U.S. They have cut the ties.
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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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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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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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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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Condi Rice talks tough but she cannot be tough herself.
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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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