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US: We will independently impose sanctions on Iran
Yitzhak Benhorrin
Published: 26.08.06, 18:54
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1. Stop Iran !
a voice ,   the Czech Republic   (08.26.06)
Every country all the world round can get supplies of nuclear material for its nuclear power stations from know-how holders, e.g. USA, Russia, China. There is no reason for Iran to build a nuclear programs. The only reason is to make nuclear weapons of its own. It cannot be allowed to. Iran simply will have to fit to the opinion of international demand. There is no other way but an action propotionated to such a great threat. Iranian establishment are Moslem fanatics. Without any self - control.
2. SANCTIONS ON IRAN
MAHMOOD ,   LONDON-UK   (08.26.06)
All the best Mr.Bolton.However, you must remember that besides Russia and China,few countries which will consent to go along with your decision to impose sanctions will start playing games behind your back.Let us see how far you can go,Mr.Bolton.
3. BLABLABLABLA BLABLABLABLA
Yosh   (08.26.06)
4. Negotiate with Iran
Ehsan ,   Stockton   (08.26.06)
Independent sanctions? This is proof that this entire situation has nothing to do with the International Community's opposition against Iran's peaceful nuclear activity. This proves that United States is only after its own interests. Remember when Bush said that the entire International community is against Iran's plans? it is obvious that it is simply not true. I wish people judged based on there own investigations rather than judge by what they are fed through the Bush administration. I think it is safe to say that Bush has lied before. So please read other country's news as well.
5. THE AMERICAN_ISRAELIAN INFLUENCE IN REGION IS COLLAPSING
analyst ,   Lebanon   (08.26.06)
& soon will be zero,cause of their stupid & agressive policy & this place will be fulled by Iranian influence which will help all organizations that want the freedom & justice for their people against the american occupants & Israel,& the Newtons law : action & reaction ,will work ,the more pressure on regions' nations will be made by USA ,the more will be the violece against them & the more they will lose
6. Russia & China Supply Iran
Nannette ,   London, UK   (08.26.06)
To both China and Russia, the billions of dollars they make from supplying Iran is more important than the survival of the world.
7. US sanction
Mick ,   Australia   (08.26.06)
I think is a bit to late Iran got to the point of no return. good luck Mr bolt on (bolton)
8. ME will safe
Marquis ,   USA   (08.26.06)
When iran gets the nukes the ME will be safer. israel will have a balancing counterpart and will not be able to bully its neighbors. Good luck ME.
9. Americans lose ; more business for Chinese, Russian companis
dt ,   usa   (08.26.06)
10. Make your own biz
Cyrus ,   LA,US   (08.26.06)
Dear Isrealis, With the recent events of Lebanon, you lost your stature as victim. Even these days, american people are realizing that. So, I think, you need to stop violance and learn to live with harmony with other people. Cyrus the Great
11. The logic escapes me
Todd ,   Kansas City, USA   (08.26.06)
I'm not following the logic behind people who think a nuclear Iran makes the world safer. Is leftist liberal philosophy so bankrupt that it is willing to invite a nuclear holocaust just because it finds a portion of current American policies abhorrent? Liberalism's ongoing love affair and flirtation with terrorism in solidarity against Washington's policy, besides being a convenient cover for anti-Semitism, is akin to injecting yourself with Ebola because you don't like the flu. One makes you sick, but the other makes you dead.
12. Oh please, "Marquis" (#8)
sk ,   USA   (08.26.06)
No, the Middle East will NOT be more safe. The "balance" will simply encourage Iran to be even more belligerent. Furthermore, Iran will not have a second strike capability. This means that if it fears an attack, it will have to launch its nukes preemptively. Israel will know this, and therefore it will tend to launch a preemptive counterforce strike against Iran. It is never an advantage to Whirled Peas when a nutcase country like Iran has a "deterrent."
13. To #4 We DON'T TRUST other countries' news. Period.
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14. If China does not impose sanctions. . .
lynne ,   austin, texas   (08.26.06)
The US has friendly relations with China, and it is widely known that US citizens buy lots and lots of goods from China, everything from cat toys to major purchases. That enthusiasm for buying "China Made" items will definitely cool if China does not support the US and its allies in imposing sanctions on Iran. Iran makes no secret of its ambitions. It has called for the destruction of Israel and says that it will use a nuclear bomb on Tel Aviv. On the other hand, it claims that the nuclear program is for peaceful endeavors. Those countries who support Iran now are very short-sighted.
15. please see
humanbeing   (08.26.06)
Watch this video to find out what is really going on in Palestine. If you don't have time to watch the whole think then please at least watch the last 15 minutes. Americans and UK residents your taxes are paying for these atrocities so the least you can do is learn the truth. Stop living in a reality seen through the eyes of main stream media. When did you forget to think for yourselves? The Iron Wall: http:// www.informationclearingho...rticle13749.htm Even if you don't think Palestinians are human beings, still watch the last 15 minutes. Thankyou
16. Logic
Phil ,   Beijing, China   (08.26.06)
I believe the "logic" behind those who believe a "nuclear Iran" makes the worlds / ME a safer place is based on the old "balance of power" theory of international power relationship. I don't think anyone would deny that that Israel represent the predominant military power in the Middle East, and is not hesitant to use it from time to time. A good example might be the improvement in relations, still far to go, between Pakistan and India once they had achieved "nuclear status". Sometime it's surprising how sobering it becomes when a country actually has the nuclear option and the means to deliver. But I'm sure many don't trust Iran to sober up. We may have not have any other good option but to wait and see.
17. RE Lynne
Amir ,   San Francisco USA   (08.26.06)
Quote: Iran makes no secret of its ambitions. It has called for the destruction of Israel and says that it will use a nuclear bomb on Tel Aviv. End Quote Can you please provide a citation for the latter claim? I haven't read of Iran making such a statement. Regarding the comment about Irans intetions, can you also provide a source from an Iranian leader that they plan to make nuclear weapons? Kind regards, Amir
18. Iran s New Nuclear weaponW
Geronimo   (08.26.06)
Ensure freedom from Aggression from those who wish to harm her. Iraq without Nuclear Weapons has been a Disaster for the Iraqi people.
19. No more negotiations. Impose sanctions now
KMR ,   Middle East   (08.26.06)
Iranian bloodthirsty mullahs going too far. Stop them now. Withdraw all offers from table. They don't deserve anything from free world. Let middle east be safe.
20. Iran is making an ass out of the UN.
Sean ,   Israel   (08.26.06)
21. Nuclear Iran
Mike ,   New York City   (08.26.06)
"When iran gets the nukes the ME will be safer. " This is easily one of the least informed and dangerously stupid statements I've read.
22. Iran Calls for Israel's Destruction
Mike ,   New York City   (08.26.06)
“ISRAEL MUST BE ERADICATED FROM THE ANNALS OF HISTORY” That's a direct quote from Iran's president Amir..do a little research on your own.
23. USA should indepently impose its bombing
ERIC,,, ,   ISRAEL   (08.26.06)
on Iran.Not in a week or three weeks, but now.Iran is rich,very rich,there leaders pocket all the money or they give it to there mullahs.They dont give a damn about the poor. Sanctions dont mean a thing too there leaders,and they have all the time in the world.We cannot afford time.
24. to Mike
Reza ,   US   (08.26.06)
The Iranian president has stated many times that he wishes to see a day where Israel doesn't exist. But... please keep reading. Here is his own qoutes, when asked whether he would attack Israel: "No, we will not attack Israel, and we don't intend to. What I'm willing to see is that the people of that region, through a democratic referendom, choose to end the current government of Israel, and make a new government which is not based on zionist ideology". Now, I'm not saying that he is right, but he has never said "I'm intending to attack Israel". They have also always repeated that they're seeking peaceful nuclear technology. Maybe it's not true, but you should be honest when you say "the man has stated that he wants nuclear bombs, and has said that will attack Israel."
25. 4 You must be a democrat.
freedom ,   canada   (08.26.06)
Dont you know that the democrats suck wind, bigtime. There would not be so many problems in regards to terrorism in the world if they were not asleep at the wheel during the last democrat government. Are you saying you support Iran, if not what are you saying.. Stupid policies of appeasement only work for those like they had in the past for those like nazi germany.. Anyways, think of nazi iran, that is what it feels like.
26. 5 What are you analysing.
freedom ,   canada   (08.26.06)
The only result in your analysis is that we come to the conclusion that Hizbullah, Hamass, Syria and Iran, all produce regressive nazi types of regimes. Youre vision of the future under nazi hizbullah or nazi iran for that matter shows that freedom of religion and religious intolerance would be severely diminished as it was in nazi germany.. Too bad you dont analyse very well...
27. 6 Yes, arm shipments are a big
freedom ,   canada   (08.26.06)
thing for Russia. You would think will all those natural resources that Russia could be a great country like America. One only has to look at the regressive leadership there and to China a lesser degree to see why they still trail the United States in their standards of living and the record of human rights.
28. 7 Actually Iran has nothing of real
freedom ,   canada   (08.27.06)
consequence outside of petroleum products that is worth sanctioning. The country is almost laughable.. The best medicine for the criminal regime in Iran is a prolonged US economic slowdown that would take the price of crude oil down to 30 dollars or less a barrel. Then you would see Iran collapse inwards and you would have regime change.
29. 8 Are you advocating that Israel send
freedom ,   canada   (08.27.06)
in suicide bombers into the Iranian population? come on we can not say that. IF Israel has nukes its the last counterbalancing force there. If Iran has them they will immediately start a war with Israel.. Didnt you know Marquis that Iran has a death wish and the messiah is coming up a well in Iran. They want to hasten this process by the start of an apocalyptic war. Do you research.. Then get back to me.
30. 9 Perhaps.
freedom ,   canada   (08.27.06)
I guess america could always shut out Chinese exports. Then the chinese economy would collapse and societal chaos would reign in China. Is that a solution????
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