If we have any problems, it's always with the government of the United States.
Akbar Hashemi RafsanjaniWhen 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.
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.
Akbar Hashemi RafsanjaniIran is determined to use peaceful nuclear technology and no intimidation or threat can make us give it up.
Akbar Hashemi RafsanjaniThis democracy... The elections in Iraq were held despite the American opposition. It was the will of the Iraqi people and the religious authorities. [The elections] were the result of pressure by Ayatollah Sistani, by the Iraqi religious authorities, and by the fighting forces in Iraq on America. They left the US no choice but to allow the elections.
Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani