 Iranâs foreign minister denied claims by US President George W. Bush that the Persian state is sheltering Islamic radicals, saying yesterday that his country is committed to regional stability and security.
Manouchehr Mottakiâs comments, reported by state-run TV, were aired after Bush reiterated accusations Thursday that Iran and its ally Syria were harboring extremists wanting to undermine US efforts in Iraq. âIran, as a responsible and committed member of the international community, has had constructive and positive participation and activity in improving regional stability and security,â Mottaki was quoted as saying. Mottaki said Washington âshould learn from its loss of credibility in international public opinion on Iraqâs alleged weapons of mass destruction and avoid intervening in domestic affairs of other countries.â
They think they're inoculated by the Iraq experience. But I think we're being much more devious subtle than that. |
On Thursday, British Prime Minister Tony Blair said in London that explosive devices that have killed US-led troops were similar to those used by the Iranian-linked militant group Hezbollah. Iran has denied the charges. |