The Iranian government intends to use the nuclear program for peaceful purposes, but must convince international public opinion of that.

No American soldier should be allowed to set foot on Iranian soil, regardless of the criticism we have of the Iranian government.

The younger generation is essentially idealistic. This applies to the Iranian youth as well. In addition, the youth in Iran face certain difficulties... the Iranian youth need more freedom. They are struggling for more freedom and democracy. This commands great respect.

If you study the behavior or the attitude of Syria, Iran, and U.S., you understand that these three countries can't come to terms with each other.

No government can make me wear a veil, no government can force me not to wear it either

I have said many times that I wish there was no oil in the Middle East, and more water. People would have been much happier than they are right now.

North Americans do not understand that you do not throw down human rights like bombs on the Iraqis.