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Iran admits sanctions are hurting
Associated Press
Published: 17.07.12, 23:19
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1. Taqiyya, taqiyya...he really means 80%
Mark ,   Lodz, Poland   (07.17.12)
2. and what causes the other 80% of the problems?
(07.17.12)
3. For Iran to admit even this...
Israeli 2   (07.18.12)
...it must be a forein power suggesting them to admit it and boost these bozos' egos to apply more sanctions. "Yeah...we are hurt by your sanctions. There is no need to attack because you are doing a good job. Continue with your sanctions." We are soooo hurt. Just a little bit more...and we will crack. Just don't attack. We are almost done........having what we want."
4. The West's policy is working
Tim ,   UK   (07.18.12)
Now if only Israel can be kept on a leash, we'll soon see the dismantling of Iran's nuclear program. If Israel gets loose, all bets are off as war is likely to spread throughout the region. Israel is a young and immature nation. And like a teenager, it is prone to act without thinking. That's why it's up to more mature nations to keep Israel in line.
5. if israel is a teenager,whats the islamic country of england
TRIPSTER ,   LA PAZ, BOLIVIA   (07.18.12)
polls today have your national party ,the far right at 27 %,higher than the labour party.4.5 out of 8 million muslims are on welfare.british soldiers returning from afganistan are attacked and abused by british muslims.thats the thanks the british people get for letting in these people.if anything,people like you have a lot to learn from israel
6. Keep the sanctions, the situation in Iran is terrible.
Iranian Hunter   (07.18.12)
They are bluffing, they are losing everything whether it is Syria, or Lebanon, or Iraq, or Afghanisthan or Pakistan. They are cracking. Keep the sanctions, make THEM do the stupid first move. They will, because time is not on their side. The people of Iran will not die for the regime, this regime is a totalitarian regime like Assad and Maliki's Iraq. They are bluffing, keep the sanctions, ramadan is coming, food prices will jump another 50%. These regime is cracking.
7. to #4
Daniel ,   Beverly Hills   (07.18.12)
Tim, I dont know what the hell you are thinking, but Israel can't just wait and wait and wait until Iran gets the nuclear bomb or else there will be no more Israel and we already let this happen before with the Holocaust where everyone just sat around and did nothing. Never again will this happen!!!!!
8. @ #4
Naor ,   USA   (07.18.12)
Israel has been around much longer than the UK.
9. JJust remove one monkey and his nukes........
Bunnie Meyer ,   Los Angeles, CA USA   (07.18.12)
10. #4 load of crap
Gee ,   Zikron Yaakov   (07.18.12)
They are just attempting to stop any real sanctions - which haven't even been attempted to date. Appeasing fascist regimes that have already attacked us is a sign of immaturity and stupidity. We are far more mature than Londonistan and their prostrate position whenever any Muslim makes a threat. Grow a spine for once you worthless trash.
11. 20% sanctions, 20% islamism, 20% fanatism, 20% provocations,
(07.18.12)
20% Ahmaninedjab superb management. 100% Iran :)
12. #4, please read #3
david ,   new york   (07.18.12)
i would not rely on "mature" nations such as england and france who sold out to hitler
13. "20% of the country's economic problems are due to sanctions
William ,   Israel   (07.18.12)
and the other 80% is due to endemic corruption by the Islamists and basic mis-management. Wonder who a newly graduated student blames for his lack of opportunities and tomatoes which cost 10x more than last year?
14. Iran says they will insure intl ships to circumvent sanction
William ,   Israel   (07.18.12)
problem is, Iran as an insurance company won't be recognized by the intl community and with banking sanctions in place, no shipping line would be able to cash in on the policy in the event of damage or impounding of their vessels.
15. #4 - Israel has proved itself to be most mature in the regio
William ,   Israel   (07.18.12)
In how Israel handles itself in war and while under constant terrorist attacks, Israel has been lauded as extremely mature and stable. Probably why so many Western nations trust Israel at the end of the day. During the 1973 war, when Israel's own existence was not guaranteed, their leaders never considered a nuke weapon (from its presumed arsenal). Only a mature State can act in such a way. Conversely, Iranians have threatened to use nuke weapons on Israel and EU capitals (from Sr. Commander of IRG) despite their claims they have no desire for nuke weapons.
16. Then there is the parrallel no tax economy of the Rev. Guard
PETER SM ,   MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA   (07.18.12)
and the corrupt Mullahs helping to bring down their economy.
17. Iran's economic situation.
Istvan ,   BUDAPEST HUNGARY   (07.18.12)
Don't be so pessimistic, problems can be solved. Today the highest banknote is 100000 riyals.But if these imperialists continue pressure, the Bank Melli Iran will issue 1 millions or necessary 10 million riyals moneys. Finally every iranian will be multi- billionaires !
18. #4 England screwed it up for us when
Iranian Jew ,   LA   (07.18.12)
they let the fake country of Jordan get established. Talk about immaturity! Take some responsibility for your actions. You Brtis put the whole world on fire for so long with your conquests and wars. Now, you have the nerve to tell others who is mature and who is not? Thanks for the advice, but no thanks!!!
19. To: No. 4
Sarah B ,   U.S.A. / Israel   (07.18.12)
You need to become a better student of British history. You people are responsible for more woes than any other country on earth. The U.K. is a dump, and as soon as the North Sea oil runs out (a decade or so), you'll get the fate you so richly deserve. Don't worry. Mature countries such as the State of Israel will keep you in line. A poorly armed group of Jews kicked your asses out of Palestine, did we not? Well, we're much better armed now. Your country, on the other hand, is still rattling downhill. The sun has set on the British Empire. Haven't you heard?
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