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Archive for August, 2009
Dear Mr Ban Ki-moon
Evidence shows that in the Islamic republic of Iran elections are not free, competitive or fair, and they never lead to a real transformation in the country’s political structure. Several reasons exist for this:
Continue reading ‘Open Letter to UN Secretary General (2009)’
To: The United Nations High Commissioner on Human Rights
Ms. Navanethem Pillay,
The Islamic Republic of Iran has systematically and consistently denied the basic rights of the Iranian people.
This regime’s behaviour in the repression of the people of Iran is the evidence of crimes against humanity. This regime has established gender, religious, and ethnic discrimination in Iran. It is a regime that stands fundamentally opposed to thinking, to happiness, and to beauty. It is a regime that has assassinated dozens of dissident intellectuals both inside and outside the country; one that has executed many opponents and opposition figures.
Continue reading ‘Letter to the UNHRC about human rights violations in Iran’
Khamenei, Ahmadinejad and Crimes Against Humanity
I have always emphasized, in my writings and interviews, that I oppose any military strike on Iran. No country has a right to invade Iran militarily under any pretext whatsoever. I have also repeatedly said that I oppose any sanctions that would inflict pain and suffering on the Iranian people. As far as I can fathom, economic sanctions only increase pain and suffering, and may even lead to the death of thousands of people. Now, more than ever, I grapple with suggesting ways by which Western governments could possibly help the people of Iran while simultaneously avoiding military action and further economic sanctions.
