Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani Quotes
The important matter is freedom. When the people choose what they want, it is good for them and for us.
I have no idea what the U.S. intends to do further there and what would be the reaction of the Iraqi people. I only know that the sole option is to leave Iraq to the Iraqi people.
We have no problems with Jews and highly respect Judaism as a holy religion.
The possibility of a war under the current circumstances is not far-fetched and there is some evidence for that.
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.
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.
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.
When I talk about the assets, that was at the beginning of the talks. I was president then. I'm not president now. When I said it, this would be a sign of goodwill to begin the talks.
I think that Americans should gradually begin to adopt positive behavior rather than doing evil. They should not expect an immediate reaction in return for their positive measures. It will take time.
Iran is determined to use peaceful nuclear technology and no intimidation or threat can make us give it up.
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.
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.
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.
There is no doubt that America is a superpower of the world and we cannot ignore them.
If we have any problems, it's always with the government of the United States.
Passing a tough resolution or threatening Iran will not bring about the desired outcome.