A 'Killing Field' In Iran Revisited, 20 Years Later Sep 1, 2008
"In the contemporary history of Iran, the executions of 88 are considered among the most important cases of human rights abuses," Ghaemi said. "Based on international human rights laws, the vast scale of those executions and the way that they were carried out unlawfully place those systematic killings in the category of crimes against humanity. The Iranian government never openly confessed to these executions, so the true scope, the number of executed prisoners, and the precise place of their... (EurasiaNet.org)
Interview of the President by VOA Persian News Network Mar 21, 2008
Secondly, that the people of the United States respects the people of Iran; that we respect the traditions of Iran, the great history of Iran. We have differences with the government, but we honor the people, and we want the people to live in a free society. (White House News Releases)
IAEA Says Iran Will Settle Outstanding Nuclear Issues In One Month Jan 15, 2008
It looks, however, as though it will help unravel some of the past history of Iran s nuclear program, shedding light on activities carried on for many years in conditions of secrecy. The agreement el-Baradei carried away with him from Tehran on January 13 deals with two issues. (EurasiaNet.org)
Iranians 'Were a Heartbeat From Being Blown Up'... Jan 8, 2008
The Blotter: U.S.: Iranians 'Were a Heartbeat From Being Blown Up. TOP BLOTTER CATEGORIES. (The Drudge Report)
Jacobs: Iran, A People Interrupted Dec 30, 2007
Iran, A People Interrupted is a panoramic history of Iran that addresses the political and cultural realities of that history. It also serves as a cry against the increasing tribalization of world politics by the theocrats and their allies in Washington, Iran, Delhi, Tel Aviv and elsewhere. (Zmag.org)
Teach-in lectures students outside the classroom Nov 8, 2007
The presentation included a history of Iran and Iraq, as well as controversial topics including sanctions, oil, civilian death counts and the motives for war. "We compiled statistics at the end of the survey and 35 percent said they wanted to know the truth," said Tent State volunteer Hoda Mitwally, a School of Arts and Sciences first-year student. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
US: Iran 'lying' about atomic plans Oct 13, 2007
"There is a history of Iran not answering important questions about what is going on, and there is Iran pursuing nuclear technologies that can lead to nuclear weapons-grade material," she said on a flight to Moscow. Rice and Robert Gates, the US secretary of defence, are scheduled to meet their counterparts in Moscow on Friday. (Aljazeera.Net)
Rice: Iran 'Lying' About Aim of Nuke Program Oct 13, 2007
"There is a history of Iran not answering important questions about what is going on and there is Iran pursuing nuclear technologies that can lead to nuclear weapons-grade material," Rice told reporters aboard her plane as she headed to Moscow. U.S. officials have long accused Iran of trying to develop nuclear weapons behind the facade of a civil atomic energy program, charges that Tehran denies. (Newsmax)
AROUND THE SQUARE - Cultural exchanges are two-way streets, or should be, in America Oct 3, 2007
We learned a lot about the history of Iran and were impressed with the Peacock Throne. The next day was Saturday, and the Cabinet spent three hours that morning with us in conversation. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Press Conference by the President Sep 21, 2007
I also -- it's very important for the Iranian people to know that our -- the United States recognizes the grand tradition and history of Iran, and that we respect the people of Iran. We just believe that their government has made choices that make it difficult for them to realize their dreams, realize their full potential. (White House News Releases)
Oscar-winning director wants to do documentary about Iranian president Aug 30, 2007
Iranian officials also have accused Hollywood in other projects of distorting the history of Iran and damaging its international image. Even Stone's 2004 project, "Alexander," was criticized for portraying Alexander the Great as a hero when he invaded an ancient Persian capital 300 years before Christ. (WorldNetDaily)
Mouradian: Targeting Iran Book Review Aug 8, 2007
In his introduction, Barsamian provides a brief history of Iran and U.S.-Iranian relations. He concludes by quoting Irans Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shirin Ebadis favorite couplet, which rings as true regarding U.S. foreign policy as it does about Irans current state of affairs. (Zmag.org)
Speaker to explore Iran myths, realities Jun 18, 2007
She is giving talks to Oregonians, including one in Corvallis, to help present a broader conceptual understanding of the history of Iran, its complex relationship with the United States and the importance of continuing dialogue. She will present Iran: Exploring Myths, Revealing Realities, at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Oddfellows Hall, 223 S.W. Second St., Corvallis. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Iran's practical nationalism Jun 7, 2007
The history of Iran has always had a political context, and Iran's recent increased interest in its Achaemenian past may be a sign of an important change in the ideology and geopolitical posture of the regime. The Achaemenid Empire was the first universal empire (barring possibly the Assyrian Empire), and it is usually regarded as the beginning of Iranian national history. (Asia Times Online)
Iran Human Rights Documentation Center to hold panel discussion tomorrow night May 10, 2007
"Roya's book only covers one moment in time in the history of Iran, but that was 20 years ago. We want to show people what's going on in the world today," says Parker. "We give Iranians the research tools and information for them to take an issue forward and provide the information to make decisions themselves; it's their call." Focusing on the Bah. (Shoreline Times, CT)
Mission accomplished | Mike Luckovich May 2, 2007
That is part of the history of Iran, the UK overthrew the democratic government after they decided to nationalize their oil, and installed a shah to protect western interests. The shah was then overthrown in the 1979 revolution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Full Story from The Battalion Apr 26, 2007
The people, government and history of Iran differ greatly from the rest of the Middle East making the country truly unique in a part of the world that is all too often grouped together without any regard to these important differences. Any content distributed via CSTV U-WIRE is protected by copyright. (U-Wire.com)
President Bush Discusses the Global War on Terror in Tipp City, Ohio Apr 20, 2007
We value the history of Iran. We respect the traditions of Iran. (White House News Releases)
Hot topics heat up Humana fest Apr 6, 2007
Complete with slideshows about the history of Iran, the show can be didactic and heavy-handedly earnest. However, Kramer connects all her thematic dots with a rich humanity, and her liberal-minded distaff viewpoint seems a sure draw for legit's prime demo of middle-aged women. (Variety)
President Bush Welcomes President Lula of Brazil to Camp David Apr 1, 2007
We respect the history of Iran, we respect the rich traditions of Iran. We, however, are deeply concerned about an Iranian government that is in violation of international accords in their attempt to develop a nuclear weapon. (White House News Releases)
Analysis: The dilemma of Iran's nuclear program Mar 29, 2007
" He added that "Iran's previous decision as to when and what nuclear activities to report have some political and legal dimensions, which can usefully be explored in due course, and in the context of both [the] political history of Iran after the Islamic revolution, and its legal obligation under the IAEA status, [as well as] Iran's safeguards agreement. " Immediately following the UNSC's unanimous vote March 24 to tighten sanctions against Iran, the foreign ministers of the P5+1 and the EU's... (Middle East Times)
Bachmann clarifies’ remarks on Iran Feb 24, 2007
In the case of Iran, there are multiple reasons to believe they would seek to expand their territory to include Shia Iraq namely, their natural cultural ties, the long history of Iran and Iraq wars, and regional security, she said. A fourth and powerful reason is that success in Iraq for the West could threaten the future of the current Iranian leadership and its Islamic revolution. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Iran's reformists find threats to nation harmful Feb 11, 2007
No one can afford these houses," Bakhtieri said. "He is like all the other politicians in the history of Iran, all of them coming with lots of promises, but no one follows these promises. He is exactly like the others. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Interview of the Vice President by Richard Wolffe, Newsweek Magazine Jan 29, 2007
And of course, there's a long history of Iran trying to asset itself as the dominant power in the region. It has been a theme that you can find running back several decades. (White House News Releases)
