A sovereign, united and strong Iraq is beneficial for everyone.

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

We have a relationship with Syria, an old relationship. We also have good relations with the people of Syria, with all segments of the population. This is the situation as well in Iraq and other countries.

We do not need an atomic bomb. The Iranian nation is wise. It won't build two atomic bombs while you have 20,000 warheads.

I cannot determine what people or nations should do, but I do think that extremism gives birth to following and subsequent extremism.

Israel cannot continue to exist in an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity without threats and aggression. If this regime stays on one inch of Palestine’s soil, it will continue its threats.

Technical knowledge has now become an integral aspect of the Iranian psyche.