Quotes about Iran

For this reason, the expansion of relations with all countries is on the agenda of the Islamic Republic of Iran. I mean balanced relationships, based on mutual respect and observation of each other's rights. Votes: 6

Lawyers have a dangerous job in Iran. Votes: 4

Iran is nothing but trouble, and always has been that. Votes: 4

I did not know many of the details relevant to the Iran and contra initiatives. Votes: 4

If the invaders reach Iran, the country will turn into a burning hell for them. Votes: 4

Unfortunately for governments like that of Iran, when they forbid something, people become more interested. Votes: 4

In Iran the whole reform and democracy movement has been based on the emerging free press. Votes: 4

Iran is part of the problem, not the solution. And the Russian government is ignoring reality. Votes: 4

Apparently Iran thinks that it can continue to deceive the world in order to reach its goals. Votes: 4

Hezbollah is not fighting for Syria. Hezbollah is not fighting for Iran. Hezbollah is fighting for Lebanon. Votes: 4

The Obama presidency has two great missions: fixing the economy, and preventing Iran from gaining nuclear weapons. Votes: 4

Our family has lived in Iran for 2,500 years, and Iranian Jewry has the long history in that land. Votes: 4

Sanctions alone could not stop Iran's nuclear program. But they did help bring Iran to the negotiating table. Votes: 4

The leader of Iran made one of the most repugnant remarks the international community has heard since Adolf Hitler. Votes: 4

In Iran, people are free to express their views. Every day, some people criticize the policies of the government. Votes: 4

My last passport, I had North Korea, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Sudan, Liberia, Guinea... I had, like, every war-torn country in there. Votes: 4

I just wish we knew a little less about his urethra and a little more about his arms sales to Iran. Votes: 4

I have strong sentiments toward Iran, since I distinguish between the Iranian regime and the Iranian people. I highly esteem Iranian music and culture. Votes: 4

Aggressive and irresponsible steps endanger the peace and stability of the world, and the international community feels the need to protect itself from Iran. Votes: 4

Iran stands behind a substantial number of terrorist actions against us, together with Hizballah and the Islamic Jihad. It pretends to care for the Palestinians. Votes: 4

In any event, the problem in Iran is much bigger than weapons. The problem is the terrorist regime that seeks the weapons. The regime must go. Votes: 4

One morning, just like 9/11, there's going to be a disaster. I have yet to see the United Nations do anything effective with either Iran or North Korea. Votes: 4

It was known in the mid 90s already that Saddam Hussein was a dangerous tyrant that he had already launched aggressions against Iran, he had invaded Kuwait. Votes: 4

I am sure the majority of Iranians want a peace agreement with Israel and want Iran to integrate with the international community and accept its universal values. Votes: 4

How do we prevent Iran developing an atomic bomb, when, on the American side, dropping atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki is not recognised as a war crime? Votes: 4

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. Votes: 4

There are severe limitations on civil rights. In the international arena, Iran is turning into an isolated country, and the international community is becoming more hostile toward it. Votes: 4

Iran, in its former incarnation as Persia, created the world's first empire, produced titanic figures like Cyrus, Darius, and Xerxes, and is one of the great fonts of world culture. Votes: 4

I first visited Kurdistan in 2003. I arrived in the town of Sulaimaniyah, courtesy of smugglers who drove me across the border from Iran. Sulaimaniyah was a small, charming provincial Kurdish town. Votes: 4

I think we should take Iraq and Iran and combine them into one country and call it Irate. All the pissed off people live in one place and get it over with. Votes: 4

I can tell you one thing, Iran is closer to developing nuclear weapons today than it was a week ago, or a month ago or a year ago. It's just moving on with its efforts. Votes: 4

Those who insist on having hostilities with us, kill and destroy the option of friendship with us in the future, which is unfortunate because it is clear the future belongs to Iran and that enmities will be fruitless. Votes: 4

If Iran does not change its policies, it won't be able to integrate into the international community and will become even more isolated than it is now, which likely will have a negative impact on the Iranian people. Votes: 4

Travel is one of the best anti-war weapons that there are. I've been to Iran, and if you're there you see little kids, cops, old people, cemeteries. Once you see that, you can't say, 'Oh, Iran, let's bomb them.' Votes: 4

Iran launches monkey into space Votes: 3

Iran is taking over Iraq. Votes: 3

Iran? Number 1! Russia? Number 1! USA? Hacktui! Votes: 3

Iran is an anti-Semitic, terrorist government. Votes: 3

Iran exports about 2.2 million barrels a day. Votes: 3

Any jackass can talk about bombing Iran. Votes: 3

Keep pressure on Iran, because pressure works. Votes: 3

Stategy in Iraq- defeat al-Qaeda; limit Iran's influence. Votes: 3

I, too, am against the dismantlement of Iran. Votes: 3

There's an 800 kilometer border between Iran and Afghanistan. Votes: 3

the use of nuclear weapons is Iran's right. Votes: 3

Iran has a dismal record on human rights. Votes: 3

I don't believe Iran is a suicide state. Votes: 3

If Iran cheats, the world will know it. Votes: 3

Iran has a dismal record on human rights." Votes: 3

Meet directly for diplomacy with the leadership in Iran. Votes: 3

Iran is biggest strategic beneficiary of invasion of Iraq. Votes: 3

The information I have about Iran is second hand. Votes: 3

The victor of the war in Iraq is Iran. Votes: 3

Israeli government & the neocons want US to bomb Iran. Votes: 3

Iran poses the most serious long-term threat to regional stability. Votes: 3

Disagrees with neocon adviser on immediate need to bomb Iran. Votes: 3

What Iran wants and what North Korea wants is respect. Votes: 3

Iran is isolating itself from the rest of the world. Votes: 3

I think I really produce my best work in Iran. Votes: 3

Our dear country, Iran, throughout history has been subject to threats. Votes: 3

Iran is isolated on its nuclear program and support for terrorism. Votes: 3

There's no doubt that Iran funds and supplies Hamas with weapons. Votes: 3

There's a lack of knowledge about Iran and the Iranian people. Votes: 3

Iran's nuclear program . . . there was going to be a time limit . . . Votes: 3

The West sees Iran as an important force in the gulf. Votes: 3

If Iran invaded Israel, it's up to Congress to declare war. Votes: 3

Iran's nuclearization is the greatest single national security threat America faces. Votes: 3

I`m determined that Iran will not get a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

Khatami is a symptom and not the cause of change in Iran. Votes: 3

Iran is determined to remove ambiguities, continue talks and win its rights. Votes: 3

President Obama Tastes the Bitter Fruit of Appeasement...of Israel, not Iran Votes: 3

We do not have homosexuals in Iran like you do [in America]. Votes: 3

We have evidence that Iran makes a reactor to possess nuclear weapons. Votes: 3

[T]he greatest threat that the world faces is a nuclear Iran. Votes: 3

Iran won't pursue nuclear weapons because 'it's contrary to their faith.' Votes: 3

Iran should write us a letter of thank you for taking Mosul. Votes: 3

Russia and Iran are not going to allow the Assad regime to fall. Votes: 3

The world should contemplate a nuclear weapons-armed Iran with the greatest of concern. Votes: 3

Let's recognize that, the Houthi rebels in Yemen are fully subsidized by Iran. Votes: 3

A nuclear armed Iran makes the world less safe, less stable, less secure. Votes: 3

A lot of Iran's empowerment is a result of the war in Iraq. Votes: 3

I have said many times that Iran is a state sponsor of terrorism. Votes: 3

Iran doesn't have any soldier in Syria, so how could Iran help me ? Votes: 3

Iran is an island of stability in a turbulent corner of the world Votes: 3

I've made it clear for years that the threat from Iran is grave. Votes: 3

I have said many times that Iran is a state sponsor of terrorism, Votes: 3

I hate Iran. I hate the Iranian government. It's a cruel and evil government. Votes: 3

There is freedom of speech in Iran, but there's no freedom after you've spoken. Votes: 3

While living in exile I have become the loudspeaker for the people of Iran. Votes: 3

The day we run out of petrol is the day Iran will be free. Votes: 3

Over a period of time, I think the popular will in Iran will prevail. Votes: 3

The Revolutionary Guard controls almost everything in Iran, and this is hurting the people. Votes: 3

Iran is actively pursuing the development of weapons of mass destruction and ballistic missiles. Votes: 3

Passing a tough resolution or threatening Iran will not bring about the desired outcome. Votes: 3

Iran is one of their biggest trading partners. Iran has power over North Korea. Votes: 3

I do not know anybody that is threatening Iran. It is a safe country. Votes: 3

Iran - the world's leading sponsor of terrorism - is close to having nuclear weapons. Votes: 3

Iran was nearing completion of a new reactor capable of producing plutonium for a bomb. Votes: 3

Beijing would indeed consider vetoing any American effort to sanction Iran at the Security Council. Votes: 3

Iran's economy is now shrinking by 1 percent a year. Its oil production is down 40 percent. Votes: 3

Iran can and should be a responsible state, not the leading state sponsor of terror. Votes: 3

I had differences of opinion with President Obama and most well-known, of course, is Iran. Votes: 3

The U.S. relationship with Bahrain is obviously more complicated than with Syria and Iran. Votes: 3

Syria is Iran's only ally in the Arab world. It's their route to the sea. Votes: 3

Any deal that recognizes Iran right to enrich is a prelude to fiasco and tragedy. Votes: 3

If Iran was a stock, you folks should go out and buy it right now. Votes: 3

You know that old Beach Boys song, Bomb Iran? Bomb bomb bomb, bomb bomb Iran. Votes: 3

The president of Iran should remember that Iran can also be wiped off the map. Votes: 3

Jimmy Carter will go down in American history as 'the president who lost Iran,' Votes: 3

Hillary Clinton's policies unleashed ISIS, spread terrorism and put Iran on a path to nuclear weapons. Votes: 3

It is a natural goal of Iran to try and expel the Fifth Fleet from Bahrain. Votes: 3

If Iran gets a nuclear weapon, its influence and that of Hamas and Hezbollah are strengthened. Votes: 3

Russia ought to get Iran to back out of the proxy wars they are involved in. Votes: 3

The only thing that will stop Iran from getting nuclear weapons is regime change in Tehran. Votes: 3

Iran, Ireland, Israel. That's three countries, four religions that HATE each other. Way to go, 'I'. Votes: 3

I would have never released the sanctions [for Iran] before there was consistent evidence of compliance. Votes: 3

Reporting Iran's dossier to the UN Security Council will be unconstructive and the end of diplomacy. Votes: 3

The United States will do what we must to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

That's all before the crisis. We always have this kind of cooperation with Iran [Supplies, weaponry]. Votes: 3

Any Israeli attack on Lebanon, Iran, Syria or Gaza will be met with a fierce response. Votes: 3

Thank God we in Iran have neither the desire nor the need to suffer from democracy. Votes: 3

There's no embassy for the United States in Iran. So, Iranians process those in other countries. Votes: 3

Time is running out for Iran to address the international community's growing concerns about its nuclear program. Votes: 3

I think the attempt to draw a comparison between Iran and Syria is false, misleading and dangerous. Votes: 3

I very strongly supported the agreement which makes certain that Iran does not get a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

Ahmadinejad's dictatorial ways have hurt Iran's image across the globe and could be a prelude to dictatorship. Votes: 3

Next in Iran, Hillary Clinton launched the negotiations that brought about the worst nuclear deal in history. Votes: 3

Just because Iran and Syria may recognize Assad's weaknesses doesn't necessarily mean that Assad recognizes his weaknesses. Votes: 3

If Iran wants to be treated like a normal country, let it act like a normal country. Votes: 3

Don't be fooled. The battle between Iran and ISIS doesn't turn Iran into a friend of America. Votes: 3

Iran has the technology to produce the highly enriched uranium, which is not automatically meaning nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

You can't have a discussion about Israel and the region without including Iran and their nuclear ambitions. Votes: 3

Iran is five to 10 years away from having a nuclear weapon. We have time to try diplomacy. Votes: 3

Iran is not getting rid of any of its nuclear plants. They're not getting rid of anything. Votes: 3

I would have doubled up and tripled up the sanctions [on Iran] and made a good deal. Votes: 3

We don't really know what Iran are capable of when the gun is put to their head Votes: 3

The U.S. engages with North Korea, so I dont see why they cant engage with Iran. Votes: 3

Unfortunately, cinema critics are very few in America, 400-500 people, but there are more critics of Iran. Votes: 3

The only reason we're not in Iran now is because we're going alphabetically and George Bush can't spell. Votes: 3

It is worth emphasizing that Iran released our hostages in 1981 the day Ronald Reagan was sworn into office. Votes: 3

Many defense experts have predicted that we face no greater threat from a single country than from Iran. Votes: 3

Right now, the leadership in Iran is telling their citizens one thing. Our President is telling us another. Votes: 3

It's very difficult to talk about religion in Iran because religion has gotten so mixed up with politics. Votes: 3

Whether we report Iran to the council or not, I believe the only way forward is through diplomacy. Votes: 3

Iran's military hardware is less than a fraction of that of any of the countries in this region. Votes: 3

By unleashing an active diplomacy on its nuclear activities, Iran has effectively neutralized the European and US policies,. Votes: 3

The fact is I'm not making a film in order to draw pictures or make images about Iran. Votes: 3

The Iran-Iraq war began the same year that I went to primary school, at the age of six. Votes: 3

The government of Iran claims that every two years there are elections. But none of them are free. Votes: 3

Democrats and Republicans love Israel and all of us care about the existential threat to Israel from Iran. Votes: 3

Everything should be done to prevent Iran, the world's most dangerous regime, from developing the world's most dangerous weapons. Votes: 3

I just found that the knowledge of ordinary Americans about Iran is very small - which is totally expected. Votes: 3

After installing friendly leaders in Iran and Guatemala, the United States lost interest in promoting democracy in either country. Votes: 3

Iran . . . has failed to take the opportunity to demonstrate that its nuclear program is peaceful . . . time is not unlimited. Votes: 3

Instead of fighting ISIS, (the Saudis) have focused more on a campaign to oust Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. Votes: 3

Iran is the only country around the negotiating table that has not been attacked by either al-Qaida or Daesh. Votes: 3

We must persuade Iran not t have nuclear weapons through peaceful and diplomatic means. We want a peaceful planet. Votes: 3

President Obama has made it clear that the United States is determined to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Votes: 3

Iran has to live up to its international obligations. . . . The president has said that our patience is not unlimited. Votes: 3

If the nuclear dossier is referred to the U. N. Security Council, Iran will have to resume uranium enrichment. Votes: 3

Over 60 percent of the university students in Iran are female. The women in Iran are better educated than men. Votes: 3

With the world's unprecedented inspections and access to Iran's program, we'll know if Iran ever tries to break out. Votes: 3

Nuclear-armed Iran ought to be a major concern. And they're moving forward. We have got to roll that back. Votes: 3

Iran is determined to use peaceful nuclear technology and no intimidation or threat can make us give it up. Votes: 3

The Iran nuclear issue is on top of the agenda. It is a very complicated issue with long history. Votes: 3

To defeat ISIS and let Iran get nuclear weapons would be to win the battle and lose the war, Votes: 3

The Russians and the Chinese have been absolutely clear they don't want to see Iran with a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

It is the mission of the Islamic Republic of Iran to erase Israel from the map of the region. Votes: 3

Before I even came into office, I said that preventing Iran from getting a nuclear weapon was a priority. Votes: 3

We are categorically against any new military nuclear power, be it Iran, be it North Korea, be it anyone. Votes: 3

Show me one Iranian diplomat we killed! I can show you many Saudi diplomats who were killed by Iran. Votes: 3

Iran has proxies in Yemen, Syria, Iraq. You can push back against Iran without pulling out of the deal. Votes: 3

In Iran, fundamentalism was fuelled to an extent by the regime of the Shah being supported by the West. Votes: 3

I believe, that there is at least de facto cooperation between United States and Iran, at least in Iraq. Votes: 3

Years ago, I predicted that Iran would take over Iraq. Iran and Iraq used to fight back and forth. Votes: 3

I don't think a wise thing at this moment is for Israel to launch a military attack on Iran. Votes: 3

The Islamic Revolution of Iran is honourable for it is the cry which has its origin in Ayatollah Khomeini's conscience. Votes: 3

What could become a danger to world peace is Iran's nuclear program and the country's open threat to annihilate Israel. Votes: 3

We have to figure out how to deal with Iran as the principal state sponsor of terrorism in the world. Votes: 3

When we empower Iran, then get ready for more unrest and more murder and more violence in the Middle East. Votes: 3

With Iran's long history of lies and non-cooperation, why are we talking to them? Why are we giving them legitimacy? Votes: 3

The fact is that Iran doesn't want to see the Taliban come back any more than do most Afghan citizens. Votes: 3

Freedom of navigation through international waterways is critical to the international community and to nations in the region, including Iran. Votes: 3

In order to prevent Iran from becoming a nuclear country you have to introduce a system of verification and inspection. Votes: 3

What country is stabler than Iran? Where else in the world would an assassinated prime minister be so quickly replaced? Votes: 3

Iran has interest in seeing that the Shia population of Iraq basically adhere to a line that comes from Iran. Votes: 3

Clearly, Iran has influence in Iraq. Iraq has a majority Shi'a population, they have relationships to Iran. Some are natural. Votes: 3

If I do continue to have the opportunity to work in Iran, that's very much what I'd prefer to do. Votes: 3

I would like go to Palestine and interview people there about what their lives are like; same thing in Iran. Votes: 3

In Iran's future Islamic system everyone can express their opinion, and the Islamic government will respond to logic with logic. Votes: 3

I would love to go to Iran. The island of Madagascar, everyone says is pretty exotic, or the wonderful Namibian desert. Votes: 3

No step the United States could take anywhere in the world would bring strategic benefits as great as detente with Iran. Votes: 3

Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad claims there are no homosexuals in Iran, just like there are no gay conservatives in the US. Votes: 3

There is no possibility of a public demonstration [in Iran] of such defiance, but these defiant acts are certainly going on. Votes: 3

It's true that, in Iran, women have half of the rights men do. And yet 66 per cent of students are women. Votes: 3

Certainly would never have made that horrible, disgusting, absolutely incompetent deal with Iran where they get $150 billion. They're a terrorist nation. Votes: 3

Bashar Assad is one of the main reasons why ISIS even exists to begin with. Assad is a puppet of Iran. Votes: 3

Anyone who says that Iran will commit suicide with its nuclear power is a moron and has no business in discussion. Votes: 3

Iran is a great problem, but not necessarily a great country. In fact, I think it is a very weak country. Votes: 3

There is no doubt that some in Iran have an unhealthy focus on Bahrain, as some of the broadcast coverage shows. Votes: 3

Iran's experience shows that when religious scholars and UNFPA work together to solve reproductive health issues, there can be excellent results. Votes: 3

There are many people inside Iran who say, "We don't have enough to eat. Why do we need a nuclear bomb?" Votes: 3

Many poets in Iran have learned to speak almost a secret language, where political issues are talked about in allegorical ways. Votes: 3

If you are a businessman or a politician in Iran, you can get a visa as quickly as you ask for it. Votes: 3

I have travelled a great deal - to Afghanistan, Iran, Egypt - and can very well differentiate between moderate Muslims and Islam. Votes: 3

As long as Iran believes that its security will be increased by having a nuclear program, it's going to pursue its program. Votes: 3

Because of our youthful population, we suffer from unemployment in Iran. We need more universities and more job opportunities for the young. Votes: 3

We can't say whether Tehran is supporting Al Qaeda, but we do know that al-Qaida people come here from Pakistan through Iran. Votes: 3

Heroes? Vietnam Vets are heroes. The guys who tried to rescuse our hostages in Iran are heroes. I'm just a hockey player. Votes: 3

We cannot win this war on terror if people are undercutting us. And one way to undercut us is to empower Iran. Votes: 3

The fact is that the American government and NATO have destroyed Iraq and Afghanistan. Their next targets will be Syria and Iran. Votes: 3

Congress, it turns out, is filled with Republicans and Democrats eager to act as enablers for the most repressive forces in Iran. Votes: 3

I don't believe I could live in Iran again. A tree, once uprooted from the earth, is very difficult to plant again. Votes: 3

I think that Iran with a nuclear weapon is extremely destabilizing. I think it could precipitate a nuclear arms race in the region. Votes: 3

The Germans sell chemical weapons to Iran and Iraq. The wounded are then sent to Germany to be treated. Veritable human guinea pigs. Votes: 3

For decades, our differences with Iran meant that our governments almost never spoke to each other. Ultimately, that did not advance America's interests. Votes: 3

Engaging Iran won't guarantee improved U.S.-Iranian relations or a more stable Gulf region. But not engaging means more of the same. Votes: 3

It is important that democracy in Lebanon is protected and that Hezbollah will not be supported by outside forces like Syria and Iran. Votes: 3

As you know, there are Al-Qaeda operatives that are taken back into Iran, given training as leaders, and they're moving back into Iraq. Votes: 3

States like (Iraq, Iran, & North Korea), and their terrorist allies, constitute an axis of evil, arming to threaten the peace of the world. Votes: 3

Iran rejects weapons of mass destruction based on its belief system, its religious belief system, as well as well as its ethical standpoint. Votes: 3

The fundamental premise is that neither the United States or the international community is going to allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

We're going to take out seven countries in 5 years, starting with Iraq, and then Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and, finishing off, Iran Votes: 3

Iran has little capacity to deploy force. Its strategic doctrines are defensive, designed to deter invasion long enough for diplomacy to set it. Votes: 3

The Patriots deflated balls are but an allegory for America's deflated balls in dealings with Putin, the Mullahs in Iran, and Islamic terrorists. Votes: 3

Europeans should pay more attention. Iran has called for dialogue and is moving in the direction of reaching an agreement through peaceful means. Votes: 3

Because Iran understands Afghanistan far better than Americans do, making Iran a partner in a long-term effort to transform Afghan agriculture makes sense. Votes: 3

The Russian proposal over Iran's uranium enrichment program is considerable, but it has some problems and ambiguities to be clarified in future talks. Votes: 3

In Iran, as in all developing countries, they wanted to copy the outside world, without knowing what was good for our own country. Votes: 3

It was an agreement between (former Iraqi president) Saddam (Hussein) and the shah of Iran (ousted in 1979) and not between Iraq and Iran. Votes: 3

Kazemi has to understand that nobody is going to tell him he has to go back to Iran if he misses a shot. Votes: 3

There is no crisis in this country that requires us to set up a crisis headquarters. Iran is currently in a good situation. Votes: 3

This is one of the worst deals ever made by any country in history. The deal with Iran will lead to nuclear problems. Votes: 3

When we ask God to 'bring an end to our enemies', we should be thinking about Iran, those evil ones who threaten Israel. Votes: 3

Iran may have attacked ISIS. Do you know how long it's been since I have been able to wear my "Go Iran" T-shirt? Votes: 3

Iran is a major threat to the well-being of Europe and America just as much as it is for the state of Israel. Votes: 3

The "Axis of Evil" was - and is - very real, as the tyrants of Iran, Iraq, and North Korea knew full well. Votes: 3

The 'Axis of Evil' was - and is - very real, as the tyrants of Iran, Iraq, and North Korea knew full well. Votes: 3

So Ahmadinejad wants to be the first Iranian in space - wasn't he there just last week? 'Iran launches monkey into space.' Votes: 3

The only good thing I can say about the deal with Iran is that it brought the Arab states and Israel closer together. Votes: 3

Iran is the only country in the world that's threatening to erase another country from the map as part of a collective genocide. Votes: 3

Iran has always had a good relationship with Europe. The Middle East is Europe's neighbor, and we are a strong player in this region. Votes: 3

When diplomacy has been exhausted, the Security Council must become involved. Questions about Iran's nuclear activities remain unanswered, despite repeated efforts by the IAEA. Votes: 3

I was a westerner in Iran, an Iranian in the West. I had no identity. I didn't even know anymore why I was living. Votes: 3

They [Iran] are going to end up getting nuclear. I met with Bibi Netanyahu the other day. Believe me, he's not a happy camper. Votes: 3

I've repeatedly voted for sanctions against Iran. And I think all options should be on the table to prevent them from having nuclear weapons. Votes: 3

Iran's strong logic and firm diplomacy is the guideline for all government officials in negotiations on country's peaceful nuclear program with foreigners, quite resolutely. Votes: 3

If Iran obtains nuclear weapons, then almost certainly Saudi Arabia will do the same, as will Egypt, Turkey and perhaps others in the region. Votes: 3

I finally returned to Iran in 1979, when I got my degree in English and American literature, and stayed for 18 years in the Islamic republic. Votes: 3

President Obama filled out his March Madness bracket. You can tell Obama's mind is elsewhere because his top two picks were Israel and Iran. Votes: 3

The long-term strategic goals of Iran and the long-term strategic goals of Turkey are close to the long-term strategic goals of the United States. Votes: 3

For more than 30 years the Islamic regime and its apologists have tried to dismiss women's struggle in Iran as part of a western ploy. Votes: 3

America is so outplayed by Putin and Assad, and by the way - and by Iran. Nobody can believe how stupid our leadership is. Votes: 3

Let me be clear: America and the world are measurably less safe and less respected because of the Iran deal Hillary [Clinton] helped cut. Votes: 3

Any person who pursues human rights in Iran must live with fear from birth to death, but I have learned to overcome my fear. Votes: 3

Iran is celebrating the nuclear deal. The Iranians are going crazy. They're drinking non-alcoholic champagne and thinking about dancing. That's how excited they are. Votes: 3

Unlike Iran, Israel refuses to allow inspections at all, refuses to join the Non-Proliferation Treaty, has hundreds of nuclear weapons, has advanced delivery systems. Votes: 3

Obviously Iran is a very large problem. It's hard to decide what the number one issue [is], but that is a very threatening problem. Votes: 3

Few Iranians these days go through the fiction of calling themselves 'Persian.' Calling yourself Persian is a way of distancing themselves from Iran. Votes: 3

To see the Persia of poets and painters, hiding in plain sight behind the much-maligned Iran of our newspaper headlines, would be my fondest wish. Votes: 3

Obviously, we don't want Iran to have nuclear weapons and I don't know if they're developing them, but if they're not developing them, they're crazy. Votes: 3

The people are fed up with corruption and embezzlement. They object to censorship. The first thing that the people of Iran want is free elections. Votes: 3

We need somebody ready to be commander-in-chief on day one, who understands there are no moderates in Iran; they've been killed a long time ago. Votes: 3

Iran wants the money. And I don't believe they want it for roads or hospitals or schools, I believe they want it for more terror. Votes: 3

Israel will not tolerate a situation in which Iran has effective control of non-conventional weapons that can be used directly against the state of Israel. Votes: 3

The reason that Americans have not been able to see the great strategic benefit that could accrue from a closer relationship with Iran is emotion. Votes: 3

Does John Kerry have to give them [Iran] every little thing? You'll pass some sanctions for human rights and missiles, and I'll grudgingly sign on. Votes: 3

We've had 60 years of intellectual development in Iran. How can we have the same system? Even theories of secularism are constantly being revised and changed. Votes: 3

The Obama administration announced a deal with Iran that would prevent the Iranians from making a nuclear weapon. In exchange, we're giving the Iranians Netflix. Votes: 3

The standards of the international community manifest firmness. Iran has no need for long-range missiles or to collaborate with terrorist organizations all over the world. Votes: 3

We can rattle our sabers all we want but, realistically, we don't have troops for an invasion [Iran] and surgical strikes aren't going to work. Votes: 3

Those in the international community that refuse to put red lines before Iran don't have a moral right to place a red light before Israel. Votes: 3

I am the voice of the people in Iran whose voices are silent and whose demands cannot be heard by the rest of the world. Votes: 3

If you're Iran's minister of defense, I think you'd try to develop at least one nuclear weapon to save yourself from what happened to Iraq. Votes: 3

If the United States was mad enough to attack Iran or aggress Venezuela again the price of a barrel of oil could reach $150 or even $200. Votes: 3

This notion that the United States is getting ready to attack Iran is simply ridiculous. And having said that, all options are on the table Votes: 3

I am really bothered when I see my friends facing problems back in Iran, but I tell them that not all the doors are shut. Votes: 3

ISIS and Iran have declared war on America, and we need a commander in chief who will do everything necessary to keep our children safe. Votes: 3

Iran's continued pursuit of nuclear weapons, support for international terrorist organizations, and abhorrent human rights practices pose one of the greatest threats to global security. Votes: 3

The ayatollah in Iran says he believes that he got the letter, but he thinks he accidentally threw it out with his Crate & Barrel catalog. Votes: 3

Im free - but Im also not free because there are millions of young people living in Iran. A filmmaker can only do a little. Votes: 3

Asking Saudi Arabia and Iran to work together, when they can't stand each other and are engaged in a proxy battle right at this moment. Votes: 3

We gave [Iran] $1.7 billion in cash, which is unheard of, and we put the money up and we have really nothing to show for it. Votes: 3

I'm free - but I'm also not free because there are millions of young people living in Iran. A filmmaker can only do a little. Votes: 3

Iran's continued, widespread persecution of ethnic minorities, human rights defenders and political prisoners is a disgrace and stands as a shameful indictment of Iran's leaders. Votes: 3

Newt Gingrich...is absolutely for bombing Iran and for lowering gas prices. And I've just to say, you can't be for both. They are diametrically opposed. Votes: 3

When you're a brown Muslim from Iran talking about Jesus on TV, you need to keep your cool at all times, OK? That's not rocket science. Votes: 3

Iranians call California and Iran 'sister cities;' they're very much alike. Iranians feel at home here and the weather is so close to Iranian weather. Votes: 3

Washington sees the various local and national conflicts in the Middle East as part of a battle for regional hegemony between the U.S. and Iran. Votes: 3

The thing about Iran is there are many political factions and it's not quite the dictatorial, authoritarian state with one person always making every single decision ... Votes: 3

After September 11, when the United States took action to overthrow the Taliban, our interests and Iran's aligned, and we were able to coordinate quietly but effectively. Votes: 3

America needs a sensible, sustainable Iran policy that can meet U.S. security and economic interests, command international support and withstand the shifting Middle Eastern sands. Votes: 3

The development of weapons of mass destruction and the missiles to carry them would be a very destabilizing effect, should Iran be able to accomplish that. Votes: 3

We believe US threats of an approaching World War III and their use of Iran's nuclear issue as an excuse is another form of American insanity. Votes: 3

Now that Iran has entered into production of nuclear fuel on an industrial, there will be no limit on the production of nuclear fuel in Iran. Votes: 3

Who said that think we should normalize relations with Iran tomorrow? I never said that. I think we should move forward as quickly as we can. Votes: 3

I think that it was - Benjamin Netanyahu almost couldn`t help the Iran deal, but John Boehner sort of walked him into it as well. Votes: 3

I wanted to do my artistic work, and in Iran you have censorship. It was difficult for me to do the work I wanted to do. Votes: 3

Countries like Iran and China support an Internet Iron Curtain that would censor political dissidents and deny anonymous activity online through mandatory registrations of IP addresses. Votes: 3

Iran is the latest expression of a deep, ancient, powerful culture that's different than ours. And we don't know how it's going to play itself out. Votes: 3

And we support Senator Joseph Lieberman, that it's time for our country to consider a military preemptive strike against Iran if they will not yield to diplomacy Votes: 3

We've never declared war on anybody. We [Iran] defended ourselves against wars that were imposed on us. We have no desire to engage in confrontation with anybody. Votes: 3

As long as copyright is breached in Iran and international works are being freely published in magazines and newspapers, no one feels any need for Iranian works. Votes: 3

If the Zionist commit the folly and attack Iran, they will receive a crushing response from the Islamic Republic's armed forces which will lead to their annihilation. Votes: 3

The ecological movement is concerned about this, and this is in here, where everything is public. In Iran, where everything is covert, we have no firsthand information. Votes: 3

It was known in the mid 90s already that Saddam Hussein was a dangerous tyrant that he had already launched aggressions against Iran, he had invaded Kuwait. Votes: 3

For the West, they wanted to undermine the Syrian positions. For the petrodollar countries like Saudi Arabia, they're thinking undermining Syria will undermine Iran on sectarian basis. Votes: 3

We cannot tolerate comments of such hatred, such anti-Semitism, such intolerance. And these comments are all the more troubling given that we know of Iran's nuclear ambitions. Votes: 3

We repeal sanctions, it tells Russia, go ahead and interfere in our elections and do bad things; it tells China, it tells Iran. That would be terrible. Votes: 3

If you really look at the aftermath of Iraq, Iran is going to be taking over Iraq. They've been doing it. And it's not a pretty picture. Votes: 3

Bottom line is President Obama has said that it is a top priority of the United States of America to ensure that Iran never achieves a nuclear. Votes: 3

As a liberal and progressive, I abhor the notion of conflict and bloodshed and very much want to find a diplomatic solution to the Iran nuclear issue. Votes: 3

We should have communicated to Iran that we are prepared, that we are considering military options. They're not just on the table, they are in our hands. Votes: 3

As long as Iran's aggressive policies continue, it's going to be bad for the region. Iran has to decide whether it wants a revolution or a nation-state. Votes: 3

The use of military force against Iran would be very dangerous. It would be very provocative. The only thing worse would be Iran being a nuclear power. Votes: 3

I was born in Iran, left at a very young age - less than a year old - and grew up and was educated in the West. Votes: 3

Barberries, or zereshk, are tiny dried red fruit with a tremendously sharp flavour. They come from Iran, where they're used to add freshness to rice and chicken dishes. Votes: 3

There are signs that the Arab states are beginning to realize that a nuclear-armed Iran would be a threat to the entire region, and not just to Israel. Votes: 3

Iran is undertaking a massive effort to expand its influence in southern Iraq. At the same time, that influence decreases the more the political process in Iraq progresses. Votes: 3

In Iraq, many of my female friends were architects and professionals with a lot of power during the 1980s while all the men were at war in Iran. Votes: 3

You don't need to worry about Donald Trump and nuclear weapons. You need to worry about Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. They have authorized nuclear weapons for Iran. Votes: 3

Iran can recruit hundreds of suicide bombers a day. Suicide is an invincible weapon. Suicide bombers in this land showed us the way, and they enlighten our future. Votes: 3

You don't need to worry about Donald Trump and nuclear weapons. You need to worry about Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. They have authorized nuclear weapons for Iran. Votes: 3

If the Americans attack Iran for the first time in 1,400 years, we may unite Sunnis and Shias against us. So I guess there is room for accomplishment everywhere. Votes: 3

North Korea announced that they have nuclear weapons and they have no plans to give them up. The White House, acting quickly, announced their plan to invade Iran. Votes: 3

What the United States wanted in Guatemala - and in Iran, where the C.I.A. also deposed a government in the early 1950s - was pro-American stability. Votes: 3

The stories from Iran's present and past are reminders that freedom, democracy and human rights, or fundamentalism, fascism and terrorism are not geographically and culturally determined, but universal. Votes: 3

In addition, it is very likely that United States action in Iraq caused Iran to open its nuclear facilities for international inspection and suspend its uranium enrichment activities. Votes: 3

In Iran we don't have homosexuals like in your country ... In Iran we do not have this phenomenon. I don't know who's told you that we have this. Votes: 3

I don't think that Iran with a nuclear capability will be just the problem of the state of Israel. This is a matter that concerns the whole world. Votes: 3

Now that Iran's actions have been verified, it can begin to receive relief from certain nuclear sanctions and gain access to its own money that had been frozen. Votes: 3

I left Iran back in 1985. I lived in Turkey for a while, then I went to Germany. I joined a theater company there, and we toured the country. Votes: 3

Iran has long sponsored terrorists who carry out homicide bombings in Israeli cities. However, it is a mistake to believe the danger Iran poses is directed at Israel alone. Votes: 3

When I first left Iran at the age of 13, Iran had become such a shining star - it was the point to which all my desires and dreams returned. Votes: 3

Just be glad you don't live in one of those little countries where at this very moment, music is severely restricted, or as it is in Iran, totally illegal. Votes: 3

Without action, we are going to continue to allow Iran to be a safe harbor for terrorists, see its economy further deteriorate, and see the Middle East further destabilize. Votes: 3

I am warning my people, but I'm also warning Iran, and warning Saudi Arabia, and warning China and Russia and Europe. We are at the end of this world. Votes: 3

If America puts the enmity aside, if it initiates good will, and if it compensates for the past, the future situation between the United States and Iran will change. Votes: 3

t I think what [James Mattis] will do with the deal is monitor it very, very carefully and make sure that Iran is complying with every stipulation of it. Votes: 3

On the nuclear issue, the first point is that the entire world must recognize that Iran does not seek a nuclear weapon, nor shall it seek a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

Refusing to lift sanctions and adopting tougher rhetoric toward Iran would not be partisan issues. Plenty of Democrats think that those actions are both good politics and good policy. Votes: 3

This is cooperation [with Hezbollah, Iran , from Russia], I don't know what you mean by support. We have cooperation with countries for decades. Why talk about this cooperation now ? Votes: 3

Syria is a terrorist state by any definition and is so classified by the State Department. I happen to think Iran is too. Iraq, Iran, Syria, they're all involved. Votes: 3

Israel will not tolerate Iran developing nuclear power, even if Iran claims it is for peaceful purposes. If there is an attack, oil prices will go through the roof. Votes: 3

Iran said it will give up trying to make a nuclear weapon. But it got awkward when Iran said, 'But just for Lent. We'll start again on Monday.' Votes: 3

Over more than a decade, Iran had moved ahead with its nuclear program. And before the deal, it had installed nearly 20,000 centrifuges that could enrich uranium for a nuclear bomb. Votes: 3

More of 'The Bourne Identity's script was taken from the events of the Iran Contra, which my father investigated for the Senate, than what was taken from Robert Ludlum's novel. Votes: 3

We have two kinds of oppression. Oppression that is universal - everyone in Iran is subject to it. But everyone has also their own, unique way of experiencing this oppression. Votes: 3

The New York Police Department says Iran has conducted surveillance inside New York City. They say Iranian operatives are using special mobile surveillance units. I believe they're called taxi cabs. Votes: 3

The number of the opposition has certainly increased [in Iran]. There is more disgruntlement, but because there is no media, the voice of this opposition is not heard outside Iran. Votes: 3

If we are really anxious not to have nuclear weapons in Iran, the first thing is to call an international conference on abolishing all nuclear weapons, including Israeli nuclear weapons. Votes: 3

The internal conditions in Iran are worsening in all aspects. Poverty and unemployment are becoming more severe, despite the fact that Iran has turned into a developed and industrialized country. Votes: 3

It was the Obama administration that cut a faux deal with the Iranians that will not disarm Iran of its nuclear capabilities, and will in fact accelerate their nuclear development. Votes: 3

We do have the nuclear weapons agreement with Iran, that's an enforcement consequence, action for action, follow on. We have a plan, we will watch them, we will be vigilant. Votes: 3

One topic which often brings liberals and conservatives together in the U.S. is Iran. There is a general consensus that the Revolution was the embodiment of backwardness and barbarism. Votes: 3

Iran is the middle child of the Axis of Evil. Iraq is the oldest child and gets the lion's share of the attention, and North Korea is the crazy baby. Votes: 3

When the President of Iran talks about removing Israel from the face of the Earth and is building nuclear bombs with a range of 3000km, you have to be worried. Votes: 3

In this time of challenge, I am asking the prime minister to address Congress on the grave threats radical Islam and Iran pose to our security and way of life. Votes: 3

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, the President of Iran ... in one shot on his website he appears to be dressed only in flowers. Oh - here's the page, you'll see what I mean. Votes: 3

We need to focus our attention on Iran, because if you miss Iran, you are not going to get ISIS. The two are inextricably connected because one causes the other. Votes: 3

Reagan survived the Iran-Contra scandal because the elements of it that were illegal (aiding anti-communist Nicaraguans) were popular and the things that were unpopular (arming the Iranians) were quite legal. Votes: 3

Iran is a huge country and much, much more sophisticated than most people imagine ... It certainly has the potential to be at least the way Turkey is to most Americans. Votes: 3

Suppose I criticise Iran. What impact does that have? The only impact it has is in fortifying those who want to carry out policies I don't agree with, like bombing. Votes: 3

With the common Iranian threat bringing the Sunni Arab world and Israel closer together, an Israeli-Palestinian peace would go a long way in improving relations and rebuffing Iran's regional ambitions. Votes: 3

We need a president who stands up, number one, and says, we will defeat ISIS. And number two, says the greatest national security threat facing America is a nuclear Iran. Votes: 3

Iran is taking over Iraq. They've been trying to for many, many decades. And now they're finally taking over Iraq. As we sit here, they're taking over Iraq. We get nothing. Votes: 3

On Aug. 19, 1953, Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh of Iran became the first victim of a C.I.A. coup. Ten months later, on June 27, 1954, President Jacobo Arbenz of Guatemala became the second. Votes: 3

Seen from the United States or Europe, Iran's nuclear program often causes most concern, but from the perspective of countries in the Asia-Pacific region, the North Korean program is equally worrying. Votes: 3

We have a historic opportunity to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons in Iran, and to do so peacefully, with the international community firmly behind us. We should seize that chance. Votes: 3

Disruption to the flow of oil through the Straits of Hormuz would threaten regional and global economic growth. Any attempt by Iran to close the Straits would be illegal and unsuccessful. Votes: 3

Iran has been a neighbor for millenia, and will continue to be a neighbor for millenia. We have no issue with seeking to develop the best terms we can with Iran. Votes: 3

Today, as a result of a miraculous set of circumstances, Iran is going to get between $50 to $55 billion in oil revenue, which is unheard of in the history of the revolution. Votes: 3

If Iran does not take steps in the near future to live up to its obligations, then the United States will not continue to negotiate indefinitely. . . . Our patience is not unlimited. Votes: 3

There are some issues that are not in control of the government. Two of those issues are human rights and personal freedoms are in the domain of Iran's conservative judicial system. Votes: 3

A nuclear-weapons armed Iran is not in anyone's human-rights interests. That is a direct threat to the lives and the livelihoods and the stability not only of the region but beyond. Votes: 3

The bottom line is this - whereas Iran was steadily expanding its nuclear program, we have now cut off every single path that Iran could have used to build a bomb. Votes: 3

Venezuela is a free country, and we will not be blackmailed by anyone. We will not accept being told what to do over Iran; we will not accept being anyone's colony. Votes: 3

Surely something must be terribly wrong with a man who seems to be far more concerned with Jews building houses in Israel than with Muslims building a nuclear bomb in Iran. Votes: 3

I have never agreed with President Bush's argument regarding the axis of evil. Unfortunately, fundamentalists in Iran have used this as an excuse to brand us as allies of Mr. Bush. Votes: 3

Already, China has undermined U.S. foreign policy in efforts to gain access to oil resources in Iran and Sudan. We simply cannot separate the political and economic values of oil. Votes: 3

There is little doubt that Iran is on a mission to rebuild its nuclear weapons and use that capability to wreak havoc and destruction on Israel and others throughout the world. Votes: 3

Personal desire, age, and my health do not allow me to personally have a role in running the country [i.e. Iran] after the fall of the current system [of the Shah]. Votes: 3

We did not treat the Americans badly. They left Iran in a relaxed mood. The embassy was active here after the revolution. We didn't have any problem with them. They started it. Votes: 3

We can certainly be on the same side and the same front with the workers and with the oppressed people of Iran. We can certainly be on the same front with them. Votes: 3

The Gulf States are extraordinarily suspicious of Iran for good reason. They view Iran as meddling in their affairs. They have seen Iran level asymmetric attacks against their facilities or their interests. Votes: 3

After months of negotiations, Iran has finally agreed to reduce its nuclear weapons program. Which was great until Putin showed up and said, 'Hi, I'm here about Craigslist ad for nukes.' Votes: 3

Iran, Libya and Syria are irresponsible states, which must be disarmed of weapons of mass destruction, and a successful American move in Iraq as a model will make that easier to achieve. Votes: 3

When you have a democratically elected president of Iran you don't topple him for the Shah. You don't help topple Arbenz in Guatemala. You don't do what we did in Vietnam, etc. Votes: 3

Saddam Hussein could have provided irreplaceable help to future historians of the Iran/Iraq war, of the invasion of Kuwait, and of the subsequent era of sanctions culminating in the current invasion. Votes: 3

After the Shah's departure from Iran, I will not become a president nor accept any other leadership role. Just like before, I limit my activities only to guiding and directing the people. Votes: 3

If they think they can get anyone who could have better handled the complex and difficult issues surrounding North Korea, Iran and other controversies, they are not understanding the world right now. Votes: 3

In a new interview, Secretary of State Colin Powell repeated that the U.S. has no plans to attack Syria or Iran. After hearing this Donald Rumsfeld responded, 'Like he'd know.' Votes: 3

For the first time since 1979, we are talking to the Islamic Republic of Iran. Obama says talking to him is probably pointless, but it's a hell of a relief from Mitch McConnell. Votes: 3

There's no way to resolve Syria without Iran being involved, given its financing of Assad and the fact that Hezbollah is probably the most effective fighting force that Assad can count on. Votes: 3

The International Atomic Energy Agency is controlling this, the sanctions against Iran are lifted - but still the US are working on their missile defense system. What is the point of this? Votes: 3

Hostility toward Iran may not be the silliest of all American foreign policies - that would probably be the continuing trade embargo of Cuba - but it is undoubtedly the most self-defeating. Votes: 3

The crises in North Korea, Iran, the Middle East, show how quickly things can change and how they can go wrong. We must be prepared. And right now the Army is not. Votes: 3

One of President Obama's winning points last night was about how sanctions against Iran are crippling their economy. And believe me, if anyone knows how to cripple an economy, it's President Obama. Votes: 3

Iran's arms exports to the murderous Assad regime in Syria are of particular concern. As the Panel of Experts has concluded, Syria is now the central party to illicit Iranian arms transfers. Votes: 3

I prefer to stay in my country. But this doesn't mean if someone does want to leave Iran, I think they've done something wrong - the desire to leave is completely understandable. Votes: 3

Diplomacy is the only clear answer to the current situation. There is no legal basis for referring Iran to the Security Council. But if that were to happen Iran is not afraid. Votes: 3

Taking stock of 'Operation Iraqi Freedom' a decade later, the Financial Times concluded that the US won the war, Iran won the peace, and Turkey won the contracts. I can only agree. Votes: 3

Mitt Romney has a fund-raiser. He's going to get in the ring and fight Evander Holyfield. This is the dumbest thing Republicans have done since they wrote that open letter to Iran. Votes: 3

Bear in mind North Korea has been the leading source, a leading source of nuclear technology and of missile delivery systems to some of the world's great rogues in Iran and Syria. Votes: 3

Some in the West suggest that Isam needs a separation of mosque and state. However, in the case of Iran at least what is needed is a separation lof religion and business. Votes: 3

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel has denounced negotiation with Iran as a 'historic mistake' that is making the world 'a more dangerous place.' His partners in Washington vigorously echo that view. Votes: 3

We've made clear our view, which is we support the Russian proposal. It's within the context of the EU diplomacy aimed at getting Iran to re-suspend its enrichment activities and return to negotiations. Votes: 3

I will go to the UN General Assembly and, in a clear voice, tell the nations of the world the truth about Iran's terrorist regime, which constitutes the greatest threat to world peace. Votes: 3

American friends of Israel as well as those who understand the grave threat that Iran poses to U.S. interests and security need to face the fact that this president has abandoned them. Votes: 3

We must make every effort to neutralize this threat peacefully, but be ever mindful of the growing danger Iran poses not just to a safe and free America, but to our allies abroad. Votes: 3

We do not want to be in the middle of an axis that starts in the Mediterranean and ends in Tehran. We do not want to be a barricade for [Iran's] nuclear facilities. Votes: 3

Think about it: Iran, Cuba, Venezuela. These countries are tiny compared to the Soviet Union. They don't pose a serious threat to us the way the Soviet Union posed a threat to us. Votes: 3

Trying to turn the Congress the President on the Iran deal, - it`s one thing to do that - it`s a giant moment in Israeli politics to decide to do that. Votes: 3

The language of the land in the Parthian empire was the native language of Iran. There is no trace pointing to any foreign language having ever been in public use under the Arsacids. Votes: 3

Very few people are fortunate enough to walk through countries like Iran, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, and I had seen them all. I had spoken to many on the street. Votes: 3

I'm not in charge of judgments in Iran. The judicial system in Iran is an independent body of its own, and it follows the laws, and it must operate according to the law. Votes: 3

I think [Republicans] would really like to rip up that [Iran nuclear agreement] and get a new one, but that's going to be very difficult. You, of course, have Russia involved in that. Votes: 3

I don't like Assad at all, but Assad is killing ISIS. Russia is killing ISIS. And Iran is killing ISIS. And those three have now lined up because of our weak foreign policy. Votes: 3

In any case, it is better to have some deal than no deal, but it's interesting that Obama picked the day of implementing of Iran deal to impose new sanctions on North Korea. Votes: 3

Weapons systems the U.S. sold to the Shah of Iran wound up in the hands of Islamic militants who seized power there in 1979; a comparable scenario in Saudi Arabia is hardly impossible. Votes: 3

Secretary of State Clinton dared Iran on Monday to let her hold a town hall meeting in Tehran. That's telling 'em. If the ayatollahs had a sense of humor, they'd call her bluff. Votes: 3

This is the real tragedy of America's 'Internet freedom agenda': It's going to be the dissidents in China and Iran who will pay for the hypocrisy that drove it from the very beginning. Votes: 3

We all know a lot of people who died in 9/11, the World Trade Center. A lot of money funding that mission is directly tied - from the 9/11 Commission, directly tied to Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas. Votes: 3

If we look to the south, to Iran, which cannot be "accused" of excess democratic zeal - it goes without saying that the unstable situation does not prepare the ground for a democratic development. Votes: 3

In the end, for all of Obama's grand rhetoric on ridding the world of nuclear weapons, history has doomed him to preside over the emergence of two rogue nuclear regimes (North Korea and Iran). Votes: 3

Iran has made vile comments, anti-Semitic comments, comments about the destruction of Israel. It is precisely for that reason that even before I became president, I said Iran could not have a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

The role of Iran has been very destructive. As an Iranian, I apologize to the civilian people of Syria who have been killed as a result of the useless intervention of Iran in Syria. Votes: 3

I studied international relations in England, and I wanted to pursue higher education and be able to analyze what was going on in Iran politically, not only in Iran, but in the Middle East. Votes: 3

Of course we [with Angela Merkel] discussed our commitment to meeting shared security challenges from countering cyber threats to ensuring that Iran continues to live up to the terms of the Iran nuclear deal. Votes: 3

How have relations with Iran and Belarus benefited Venezuela? We are interested in countries that have democracies, that respect human rights, that we have an affinity with. What affinity do we have with Iran? Votes: 3

The other view is of the official United States, the United States of armies and interventions. The United States that in 1953 overthrew the nationalist government of Mossadegh in Iran and brought back the shah. Votes: 3

I think there is a general interest in films that deal with contemporary issues. Constructions of Iran, Islam, the Middle East as well as the U.S. itself are also of interest, it seems. Votes: 3

I can say this: They [Iran] have total disregard for our country. They are the number one terrorist state, they are sending money all over the place, and weapons, and you can't do that. Votes: 3

I'm a musician; I have to perform. I can't give up. I have to be even more courageous. We know that we have a lot of enemies. Not only in Iran. But that doesn't matter. Votes: 3

There are a lot of universities that are as dangerous with the indoctrination of the children as terrorists are in Iran or North Korea. We have been setting up reeducation camps. We call them universities. Votes: 3

So while there is no evidence at all that Iran has any significant quantity of nuclear material or any nuclear weapons, Iran is a much more difficult nuclear issue to resolve for the United States. Votes: 3

When the Romans in the last age of the republic came into immediate contact with Iran as a consequence of the occupation of Syria, they found in existence the Persian empire regenerated by the Parthians. Votes: 3

Sanaz Minaei [business woman] shows a visitor a cooking class at one of her several companies and says the opportunities for Iran are huge if only the country can rejoin the global economy as promised. Votes: 3

Yesterday during a speech on national security, Jeb Bush mispronounced Boko Haram and got confused between Iran and Iraq. When reached for comment, his brother George W. said, 'He sure sounds presidentiary to me.' Votes: 3

Given the current state of our finances, we could sure use a quarter of a trillion dollars a year recycling through the U.S. economy rather than through the economies of Iran, Russia, and Venezuela. Votes: 3

I want the standard of living in Iran in ten years' time to be exactly on a level with that in Europe today. In twenty years' time we shall be ahead of the United States. Votes: 3

Iran and Iraq have been at war for five years now. The traditional present for a fifth anniversary is wood. Here's a gift suggestion: a big stick to beat some goddamned sense into their heads. Votes: 3

Iran would do well to look at the calendar and realize there's a new president in the Oval Office. And Iran would do well not to test the resolve of this new president [Donald Trump]. Votes: 3

We [USA] don't have diplomatic leverage to eliminate every vestige of a peaceful nuclear program in Iran. What we do have the leverage to do is to make sure that they don't have a weapon. Votes: 3

I wouldn't even know - and I spent three years in the CIA - I wouldn't even know how you'd start a covert action program in a place like Iran. It would be extraordinarily difficult. Votes: 3

It was announced today that Iran has reached a deal with the U.S. to limit its nuclear program and send most of its uranium to Russia. Then Americans said, 'That's great! Wait, WHAT?' Votes: 3

I know that my cell phone in Iran... is bugged, and they listen in, and my emails, I'm sure, are monitored inside Iran. They have my email address; it's not like they can't snoop on it. Votes: 3

May Allah bless Iran, bless the leadership of Iran, and bless our Muslim Umrah to throw off the yoke of neo-colonialism, and the divisions that Shaitan is exploiting, causing us to fight and kill one another. Votes: 3

Well, I think the U.S. has been careful not to go too far in attacking Iran's allies, in particular in attacking Hezbollah forces in Syria, which have been propping up the regime of Bashar al-Assad. Votes: 3

We have to do one thing at a time. We can't be fighting ISIS and fighting [Bashar]Assad. Assad is fighting ISIS. He is fighting ISIS. Russia is fighting now ISIS. And Iran is fighting ISIS. Votes: 3

What we have said and - and - and with which I concur is that we should use every diplomatic and political vehicle that's available to us to keep Iran from becoming a nuclear capability state. Votes: 3

We have global interests, potential threats from elsewhere, North Korea, Iran, Taiwan Straits and the like. We must be prepared for any future threat. That is why it is important that this be a transition year, 2006. Votes: 3

I find the stuff that is exciting to me are the films coming out of Taiwan and Iran and France. So I have the feeling I'm not making the films that American distributors want to make. Votes: 3

I like the incongruity of how in Iran, these people we think of as being revolutionaries or fanatics or whatever are just as aware of Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader as our people are back home. Votes: 3

If the Sunni and Shia, or those nations that surround Saudi Arabia and those nations that gather around Tehran or Iran fight each other, that is the trigger that will bring about the War of Armageddon. Votes: 3

The Middle East is the tinder box of the world, and to be able to remove a nuclear threat of any kind out of Iran, that would have been a big deal, very positive step forward. Votes: 3

I grew up during the Revolution of Iran and the war between Iran and Iraq. The things that I saw. The impact. How it changes you. How it changes the way you look at the world. Votes: 3

In Iran I think nobody loses their job because of making a statement that reflects their opinion. From this point of view, conditions in Iran are far better than in many other places in the world. Votes: 3

I was the first person in my family born in the United States. My mom is from Croatia, and my dad is from Iran. They met at music school in Belgium. I grew up as a pianist. Votes: 3

Syria is no longer Syria. Syria is Russia and it's Iran, who Hillary Clinton made strong and Kerry and Obama made into a very powerful nation and a very rich nation, very, very quickly, very, very quickly. Votes: 3

There are those who simply want to live their lives, and feel they cannot live the way they want to in Iran. Others are ideologically motivated: They will stay no matter what and try to change things. Votes: 3

I still remember, as a kid, tying a yellow ribbon around a tree in front of my house during the 444 days that Iran held 52 Americans hostage. Iran is not a place we should be doing business with. Votes: 3

I am against nuclear weapons, regardless of whether they are in the hands of Iran or Israel or any Western country. But obviously some states are allowed to have weapons of mass destruction while others are not. Votes: 3

Few Americans realize it, but the United Nations is driving to take control over the Internet. You remember, the folks who want a worldwide income tax and who put Syria and Iran on their Human Rights Committee. Votes: 3

I think Iran is a very dangerous country - very dangerous to Israel, to the Middle East, and also to the United States. They export terrorism. And they also have the ability to manufacture rockets and missiles. Votes: 3

Back when Saddam Hussein was in power, the Americans didn't care about his crimes. When he was gassing the Kurds and gassing Iran, they didn't care about it. When oil was at stake, somehow, suddenly, things mattered. Votes: 3

One of my fantasies in my life has been that I was granted access with a camera to go back in time, and to film the actual campaign of Alexander crossing into India through Iran and Persia. Votes: 3

Iran welcomes dialogue with any other states. I wrote a letter to the three European states inviting them to resume talks, but, they cancelled it. They had thought that Iran would no longer resume talks with them. Votes: 3

To honor the people that died, we need to stop the Iran agreement, for sure, because the Iranian mullahs have their blood on their hands, and we need to take out ISIS with every tool at our disposal. Votes: 3

If the world powers are not prepared to insist that Iran change its behavior before a deal is signed, they should at the very least be prepared to insist that Iran changes its behavior before the deal expires. Votes: 3

Pat Roberts and I both feel very strongly that when we get to Iran, that we can't make the same mistakes. We have to ask the questions, the hard questions before, not afterwards, and get the right intelligence. Votes: 3

Two months ago Donald Trump said that ISIS was not our fight. Just two months ago he said that Hillary Clinton would be a great negotiator with Iran. And he gets his foreign policy experience from the shows. Votes: 3

The day General Soleimani flew back from Moscow to Iran was the day we believed that Russia used cyber warfare against the joint chiefs. We need a new commander in chief that will stand up to our enemies. Votes: 3

The L.A. Times reports that al Qaeda terrorists have been traced to Iran, and President Bush is talking tough. In fact he said he will attack the minute he has evidence his approval rating is under 45 percent. Votes: 3

From my films, you can at least learn about Iran, you can get a sense of the history and the society. But no such films have been made about Afghanistan, so you really can't know much about it. Votes: 3

Iran has, by virtue of its growth and by virtue of the United States' mistakes in Iraq, tilted the balance of power in the Middle East. That is the case, but that doesn't necessarily mean it is a threat. Votes: 3

Turkey is viewed as a very modern country and a great place to go and visit and yet Islamic as well. Iran is in some ways like that ... with the difference that Iran is probably more influential than Turkey. Votes: 3

[I]f you think that American imperialism and its globalised, capitalist form is the most dangerous thing in the world, that means you don't think the Islamic Republic of Iran or North Korea or the Taliban is as bad. Votes: 3

I'm very pleased we got that nuclear agreement. It puts a lid on the nuclear weapons program. We have to enforce it, there have to be consequences attached to it. But that is not our only problem with Iran. Votes: 3

The nation of Iran is threatening to sue the makers of the movie Argo. They say the movie was an unrealistic portrayal of their country. You can't do that! That would be like Scotland suing over the movie Shrek. Votes: 3

It is crystal clear to me that if Arabs put down a draft resolution blaming Israel for the recent earthquake in Iran it would probably have a majority, the U.S. would veto it and Britain and France would abstain. Votes: 3

Netanyahu made all sorts of claims. This was going to be a terrible deal. This was going to result in Iran getting 50 billion dollars worth of relief. Iran would not abide by the agreement. None of that has come true Votes: 3

[Donald] Trump has said that he would do away with the Iran Deal negotiated by the U.S. and five of its allies with Iran, and yet he recently backed away from vowing to scrap the Iran Deal for now. Votes: 3

If Iran was a stock, you folks should go out and buy it right now because you'll quadruple - this, what's happening in Iran, is a disgrace, and it's going to lead to destruction in large portions of the world. Votes: 3

The United States, and the president's made this clear, does not want Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. That's a red line for us. And it's a red line obviously for the Israelis so we share a common goal here. Votes: 3

Five years ago, Samira did not want to continue in the regular school system in Iran. To help her with her education, I set up a home school. It wasn't just for my family, it was open to other friends. Votes: 3

I had to tell people I was not born with a scarf because I came out Iran. People think you came out of your mother with a scarf; they can't imagine that the scarf is not stuck to your head. Votes: 3

The fact that we did not give the demonstrators in Iran our moral support when a young woman named Neda bled to death in the streets of Iran will go down as one of the great mistakes of the 21st Century. Votes: 3

The other thing is going to be me being able to show not just the American people or the Israeli people but the world that, in fact, we have mechanisms in place that will prevent Iran from having a nuclear weapon. Votes: 3

That may prevent us from getting a deal done, It is there to be had. Whether ultimately Iran can seize that opportunity - we will have to wait and see, but it is not for lack of trying on our part. Votes: 3

Obama has been saying for years now - he said it again on Sunday - that climate change is the biggest threat facing the planet, all the while he knew that Iran is just a couple months away from a nuclear bomb. Votes: 3

It has to do with the incredibly dangerous place that this world is gonna be as a result of a deal in which we got nothing.We didn't even get four hostages out. We got nothing, and Iran gets everything they want. Votes: 3

Iraq may have been a preview of that, but it's still redeemable if we get out fast. In a war with Iran, we'll get dragged down for 20 or 30 years. The world will condemn us. We will lose our position in the world. Votes: 3

Why do tax havens exist? Because rich countries allow them to. If the U.S. came down on tax havens in the same way they come down on countries that trade with Iran and Cuba, we'd have no tax havens in the world. Votes: 3

The voice of Mr Bush and the voice of Mr Blair can't decide who shall rule in Zimbabwe, who shall rule in Africa, who shall rule in Asia, who shall rule in Venezuela, who shall rule in Iran, who shall rule in Iraq, Votes: 3

Iran of course is Shiite, while the bulk of the Arabs are Sunni, that is a problem or could be a problem. Also, there is the simple fact that Iran is non-Arab and most of the Muslims in the Middle East are Arab. Votes: 3

It is urgent to prevent new U.S. aggression. The time is now for the world to say 'no' to U.S. threats of air attack against Iran, and to the very notion of a nuclear first-use 'option' by America or any other nation. Votes: 3

Аt the end of the day, unless Iran and Russia want to have a rump Allawite state and a rump Sunni state, and a Kurdish state, then they're going to have to come to the table and bring about an end to this regime. Votes: 3

People should have freedom in their pilgrimages and tours. They should come and visit historical monuments and sites - let's say the sites around Iran - where they can easily engage in wide- scale contacts with others. Votes: 2

Going to war against Iran - whether one calls such a move 'surgical' or 'total' - would be an extremely serious undertaking; with worldwide economic, military, diplomatic and human ramifications in both the short- and the long-term. Votes: 2