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Castro: Israel, US killed nuke scientists
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Published: 08.01.11, 10:33
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1. History
PAL   (01.08.11)
Then you have forgotten history, there is a long list of scientists being assassinated to prevent weapons development.
2. Targeting scientists has a long history
ben yaacov ,   herzliya il   (01.08.11)
Targeting scientists has a long history, not withstanding, the people mentioned here are being targeted for their role in developing a nuclear bomb not for being scientists per se.
3. Oh yeah, sure
Jacob Erickson ,   Holon, Israel   (01.08.11)
because of course everyone knows about the infamous cuban inteligence system that knows everything we do and watches us while we sleep. They know e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g
4. So what.
john   (01.08.11)
First, killing is not a 'policy'. Typical misuse of the word. Second, where's the evidence for such accusations? Third, even if it were true, how would this truly affect things? It wouldn't.
5. Shut up, old scum bag...
Chris Rettenmoser ,   Bayerisch Gmain Germ   (01.08.11)
Maybe Usama is hiding out in Cuba ???
6. Just another accusation without supporting evidence
John ,   Wellington NZ   (01.08.11)
Mr Castro neglected to provide any evidence to support his claim. Why should anyone take any notice of his statement? Its a pity the media reported his unsupported accusation because it only encourages him.
7. He maybe right but official is was a terrorist act
Bloodyscot ,   Dallas, Texas   (01.08.11)
Castro does have links with Russian and Chinese intelligence agencies but it doesn't take a scientist to made a logical guess at who been behind this. Killing the scientist was a terrorist act since they were not wanted for any crimes. If Iran killed a few Israeli or US scientists how would they list it?
8. Butchery?????
Ira G. ,   Herzliyya, Israel   (01.08.11)
When is it considered bad manners .to kill (not butcher) mad men that are developing tools to annihilate another people. Killing Nazi rocket scientists was a mitzvah and killing modern neo-Nazis (Islamic fascists) is a double blessing. Thanks to whomever is causing the eliminations. Keep up the good work.
9. Castro care about iranian Atom Bomb
Dr.Ludwig ,   Belgium   (01.08.11)
Castro distracting once again the attention.He has first better to speak about the miserable live condition and human rights in Cuba .
10. FIRST AND MOST IMPORTANT
Mark from Georgia ,   USA   (01.08.11)
There have been plenty of times in history when intellectuals were persecuted. Going back to, and past, Galileo. So Castro is simply wrong and a poor student of history. I don't know whether these charges are true or not. But frankly, if true I have no problem with these people who would assist the most evil governments in the world today, if they're assassinated. I would feel bad for the the scientist who is being forced to work for these kinds of governments (through some sort of intimidation). But for most, it is probably just pure greed (being well paid), and I suppose for others it is their ideology, either way, you off them. That should be the message sent, help an evil government (one that would help small terrorist groups obtain WMD) and you die. I'm good with that. It delays the possibility of maniacs getting the most horrible weapons.
11. #10 most evil government in the world??
Chris.B ,   Australia   (01.08.11)
That would be America would't it?followed by its proxies. How many people have been killed by American government action over the years? The most evil governments are supported by America.CIA installed dictator anyone..? Stop watching CNN its inhibiting your logic.And by the way maniacs already have the most dangerous weapons peoples ability to think for themselves.
12. The Blame Game
Brod ,   USA   (01.08.11)
As always they always blame Israel. That''s typical of the dark forces.
13. The real Fidel Castro
Rachel ,   US   (01.08.11)
Now the Fidel Castro we all know and love is finally back!
14. Wow! Cuba speaks!
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (01.08.11)
Look who crawled out from underneath his morphine drip long enough to spew forth drivel. Yawwwn. Next?
15. Alls Fair In
Brazen   (01.08.11)
Love and War. arabs have NO morals or Rules of engagement sooo All scientists who assist in Any plot againest Israel are fair game in neutralazation. Capesh!
16. Fidel Castravets
J.K. ,   Brooklyn USA   (01.08.11)
The blubbering of this old quisling who sold his country to the soviets.
17. Poor Old Fidel
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (01.08.11)
His Communist Utopia is falling apart, they're laying off massive amounts of government workers, who are now desperate for funds They're driving old U.S. cars of the 50's vintage, since they can't get their hands on new machines Castro's latest rant is merely an attempt to divert attention from the failures of his own regime
18. JOB WELL DONE MOSSAD
zionist forever   (01.08.11)
The more Iranian nuclear scientists killed the more of a blow to Iran's nuclear weapons plan. Its obvious the politicians are only playing games and pretending that diplomacy & sanctions will deliver the result. Nobody is willing to carry out airstrikes thanks to Obamas weakness so best we can do is try delay things by killing scientists & viruses like Stuxnet so keep up the good work Mossad.
19. #Bllodyscot - Several possibilities
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (01.08.11)
Terrorism is but one of them Could well have been retribution from within the Iranian government because he failed to toe the official government line Iran is well known for eliminating internal opposition
20. ridiculous!
tom ,   toronto, canada   (01.08.11)
"Castro argued that the targeted killings were meant to pressure Iran ahead of continued negotiations with the West." wake up and smell the coffee, fidel! the "negotiations" are a smokescreen by iran to forestall any western military action against their nuclear weapons programme. since iran has repeatedly stated that it will never negotiate for the dismantling of its uranium enrichment programme (which is not needed for civilian power generation, but crucial for developing an atomic bomb), the talks are a sham. these attacks aren't about the TALKS, fidel. they are about the iranian nuclear WEAPONS programme, which cannot proceed without the scientists - the ones who were given new identities in america, and the ones who refused the offer and had to be eliminated. because, no matter what the mullahs say, they can't make a bomb without modern, western, science.
21. Good now we know who to thank
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22. the endlessly talking buffoon
bernard ross ,   st anns bay jamaica   (01.08.11)
hat more can be expected of a nut who believes that people want to listen for 10 hours to his speeches.
23. What Does Fidel Think of Assange's Rape Charges?
Frankie Littlehammer ,   New Herstal, TX, USA   (01.08.11)
It makes you wonder if Old Fidel also has the inside scoop on Julian Assange's rape charges.
24. #11; Chris, we have an old saying here.
Mark from Georgia ,   USA   (01.09.11)
We have the worst government in the world, except for all the others. I've found that to be true. So maybe you should stop drinking the anti-U.S. kool-aid, and save the hollow indignation. Without us you would have speaking German for the last 70 years. The facts are this we are the most powerful government that has ever existed in the world in all of history. Nobody has been as restrained as we are, considering our power. Imagine Iran with our power, what kind of a world would we live in. CASE CLOSED, MORON
25. #11 - Really? "US" is most evil govt?
William ,   Israel   (01.09.11)
Guess you forgot about those which oppress its citizens every day - like China, Burma, Zimbabwe, Saudi Arabia, North Korea, etc. Or maybe those that illegally occupy land and culturally destroy local inhabitants, like Morocco in Western Sahara, or Egypt to the Copts, or Iran to Kurds, Sunnis, B'hais, and Zoroastrians, or China in Tibet, etc. Or maybe those who took over land from natives and remain occupied colonies, like New Zealand and AUSTRALIA! The US is certainly not perfect but IS the location of the most free discourse of ideas and democracy on the planet, and they (the govt and citizens) donate the most money of any country to programs around the world. Australia, despite some of the people I like there, still hasn't atoned for stealing Aboriginal children and still oppress the natives, who incidentally protested loudly last year and it fell on deaf ears. It's my contention that those who refuse to deal with their past and offer discourse are the most evil in the world.
26. #19 - Iran jailed and tortured another scientist
William ,   Israel   (01.09.11)
who returned from the US with a heroes welcome. We all know what Iran does to anyone who gets in their way, internally. Just ask Mugniyeh and Mabhouh.
27. #24-25
Chris.B ,   Australia   (01.09.11)
Too much fluride in your water,,ha ha To tout freedom and export values such as occupation, slavery of populations to steal their natural resources and support the most evil regimes in the world is a great feat. You should be proud of the American government.South America and Afganastan are good examples of exporting freedom ,highest production of Drug exportation and cultivation. The American government were quite sympathetic to the nazi party in the begining didn't mind recieving their evil scientist into the CIA and rocket programs afterwoods either,The Bush family made a fortune of the Nazis! America helps China it loves the control it has on its people,Helps Saudi Arabia,helps Egypt so what are you saying??? I have many American friends, they have no control of their government so I don't blame you both for being nieve.And Australia did apologise to the aboriginies thank you very much. You both are missing your friend Larry ha ha ha.
28. Fidel Fiddled while Cuba almost burned
BEN JABO ,   ISRAEL   (01.09.11)
in a Nuclear war Anyone out there recall the Russian ships loaded with nukes that was headed from Russia ? You may also remember they had almost reached Cuba until JFK threatened Russia with American nukes if they didn't turn around & go home to mother Russia
29. Yes, Israel Did It and Mazel Tov!
Seth ,   Washington, DC   (01.09.11)
30. If Israel killed the scientists? GOOD WORK!
Bunnie Meyer ,   Los Angeles, CA USA   (01.09.11)
dummyjad has said he would wipe Israel off the face of the map so any killing of any enemy is just self-defense.
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