Tag Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

Neda, young girl brutally killed in Iran, becoming symbol of rebellion 0

Her name is Neda, which means “voice” in Farsi, and her death has become the central rallying cry of the Iranian rebellion. [...]

Iran’s Disputed Election 2

Following p from last Friday’s entry about Iran’s presidential election, Tehran and other cities have seen the largest street protests and rioting since the 1979 Iranian Revolution. [...]

“We Exist” Article By Allain Lallemand 10

On the walls of Tehran there are seven Arabic letters painted secretly to form two words: “Ma Hastim” (we exist). It began as singing in the streets of Isphahan [...]

Iran, Syria back Palestinian militancy 0

DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — The leaders of Iran and Syria reaffirmed their support for “Palestinian resistance” on Tuesday, a defiant message to the U.S. and its Mideast allies who are uneasy over Washington’s efforts to forge closer ties with the hard-line government in Tehran. [...]

Iran supreme leader rebukes president over powers 0

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s supreme leader publicly rebuked the president over his removal of a top official, a rare show of discontent with the hard-line Mahmoud Ahmadinejad by the country’s most powerful figure. [...]