Iran: The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
Iran is prepared to "pay a price" for continuing its nuclear program, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, avowed today in Tehran. Speaking at a rally in commemoration of Imam Khomeini's death 18 years ago, the Ayatollah, current leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution, called America and its allies bullies who are trying to prevent Iran from attaining its rightful place in the world. You can read the full article here.
No matter what Iranian politicians claim about democratic decision-making by the people and legislature, these are the statements of the man who decides Iran's policy -- foreign and domestic. You don't even have to listen closely to hear his very words parroted back by President Ahmadinejad and other Iranian officials.
So then, the question is: Given the mindset and beliefs of the man who holds sway over Iran, why do its diplomats even bother to participate in peace talks and negotiations? The only answer that makes sense is that they're stalling for time. The longer they can keep the US and UN from acting, the closer Iran gets to having a working nuclear weapon. The more they can stir up world resentment against the US, the longer they have to build alliances, fund terrorists and undermine the stability of its neighbors.
Iran does not want peace. Iran does not want to cooperate with the international community. Iran wants to rule the Middle East. They consider it their birthright. It's past time the Arab community woke up and recognized the wolf in their flock.
"You should not beg others for your right. Once you retreat and show leniency, the hegemonic nature of the bullying powers will increase their intimidations. Right must be achieved through resistance," the spiritual leader told throngs of cheering supporters. "The free and independent nation of Iran will not beg their rights from the domineering powers, because their experiences of the past 28 years have taught them that they can get their rights through prudent resistance."
No matter what Iranian politicians claim about democratic decision-making by the people and legislature, these are the statements of the man who decides Iran's policy -- foreign and domestic. You don't even have to listen closely to hear his very words parroted back by President Ahmadinejad and other Iranian officials.
So then, the question is: Given the mindset and beliefs of the man who holds sway over Iran, why do its diplomats even bother to participate in peace talks and negotiations? The only answer that makes sense is that they're stalling for time. The longer they can keep the US and UN from acting, the closer Iran gets to having a working nuclear weapon. The more they can stir up world resentment against the US, the longer they have to build alliances, fund terrorists and undermine the stability of its neighbors.
Iran does not want peace. Iran does not want to cooperate with the international community. Iran wants to rule the Middle East. They consider it their birthright. It's past time the Arab community woke up and recognized the wolf in their flock.
