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.
AKBAR HASHEMI RAFSANJANIWe do not trust the goodwill of the U.S. They have cut the ties.
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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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Since they had a lot of property and controlled an empire of propaganda, they made the European governments helpless.
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This democracy… The elections in Iraq were held despite the American opposition.
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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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They should not expect an immediate reaction in return for their positive measures. It will take time.
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We did not treat the Americans badly. They left Iran in a relaxed mood.
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I only know that the sole option is to leave Iraq to the Iraqi people.
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Condi Rice talks tough but she cannot be tough herself.
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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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The important matter is freedom. When the people choose what they want, it is good for them and for us.
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The Zarqawi groups uses car bombs, the Americans use other bombs. You also know what they do in the prisons.
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We 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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Passing a tough resolution or threatening Iran will not bring about the desired outcome.
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When I talk about the assets, that was at the beginning of the talks.
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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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