Mohammad Khatami, who is now bashing the current president Ahmadinejad for anything he does or says, has apparently forgotten that his own words against Israel have been as harsh as Ahmadinejad. Unfortunately, like all politicians, he forgets about the existence of archives.
Here are three examples of what Mohammadi Khatami has said about Israel. If any of these had been said after Iran officially started its nuclear programme, they would have easily become strong points of anti-Iran propaganda, the same way Ahmadinejad's words have become. Especially given how easily they can totally mistranslates and misquote anyone, if they want to.
Anani holds talks with Khatami, Iranian officials
TEHRAN (Agencies) August 10, 1998 — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Jawad Anani, who is on an official visit to Iran, delivered a letter from His Majesty King Hussein to Iranian President Mohammad Khatami Sunday regarding bilateral relations and issues of common concern.
In the message, King Hussein emphasised Jordan's keenness to develop relations with Iran in all fields and laid emphasis on Jordan's concern over the image of Muslims and the need for safeguarding Muslims' common interests, said Anani.
The foreign minister said that the message drew a positive response from the Iranian president who asked that his greetings and wishes for a speedy recovery be conveyed to the King.
According to Anani, the message included an invitation to the Iranian president to visit Jordan. President Khatami accepted the invitation and promised to pay the visit as soon as possible, he said.
At the meeting, President Khatami was reported to have described Israel as a “plague” and “the greatest enemy of Islam and humanity.”
Iranian state radio quoted the president as saying during the meeting that in order” to resist this plague there is no solution except for unity among Muslim countries.”
The Iranian president also said Tehran is “worried about the Zionist regime's bases in the region.”
“Our interests require a serious struggle against the hegemony of the Zionist regime,” he added.
Muslim Nations Bitterly Denounce Israel at Summit
By SUSAN SACHS
November 13, 2000 -- Leaders of the world's Muslim nations, searching for a way to make their numbers and economic weight count, bitterly condemned Israel today and promised the Palestinians their full political and financial support.
At the summit meeting of the 56-member Organization of the Islamic Conference, held in the Persian Gulf state of Qatar, African, Asian and Arab rulers made the Palestinian-Israel conflict the centerpiece of their opening speeches.
While Yasir Arafat, the Palestinian leader, was engaged in peace talks, the Palestinians' fate had receded from the limelight at recent Islamic meetings. But with this conference, the first in three years and convened in the midst of a Palestinian uprising, a tone of aggression replaced earlier hints of moderation.
The Iranian president, Mohammad Khatami, whose government has never recognized Israel or endorsed Mr. Arafat's policy of negotiation, called Israel a ''terrorist racist Zionist regime'' and urged ''resolute action'' to punish it.
Crown Prince Abdullah of Saudi Arabia, a pivotal American ally in the Middle East, urged Islamic countries either to freeze or to drastically curtail their relations with Israel. In a warning to the United States, he also called on Muslim leaders to break relations with any country that opens an embassy in Jerusalem.
Despite the show of support for Mr. Arafat, the delegates were split on how to show their displeasure with Israel. Some of the more traditionally hostile nations like Iran, Syria and Sudan, called for a full boycott of Israel. But 20 of the members of the Islamic Conference -- most of them African and Central Asian nations -- maintain full diplomatic relations with Israel.
Led by officials from Egypt, Turkey and Jordan, representatives of those nations openly rejected the more radical calls for a complete severing of relations with Israel.
A draft of a proposed final communique from the meeting, prepared by foreign ministers before the meeting opened, suggested that the conference ''invite'' its member states to reduce their contacts with Israel.
For Mr. Arafat, the three-day conference could provide solid political backing for his next move -- whether it is a renewal of negotiations or a continuation of the fighting -- from the often divided Muslim leadership.
In particular, the Islamic meeting is expected to give him full support for his demand that Israel relinquish control over Arab East Jerusalem. But, if their past behavior is a guide, the Islamic leaders are also likely to leave it up to Mr. Arafat to negotiate a final status with Israel. The Palestinian leader has said he can not make any decision about the city without other Muslim and Arab leaders behind him, or without Christians. To underline the point, Mr. Arafat brought three Arab Christian clerics to the meeting.
Jerusalem, once controlled by Jordan and conquered by Israel in 1967, contains sites that Jews, Muslims and Christians consider holy and is at the heart of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. Clashes in the city in late September sparked the wider fighting that has killed more than 200 people, nearly all of them Palestinians, in the last six weeks.
An outpouring of anti-Israeli feeling in their own countries has put pressure on many Arab and Islamic leaders to pay more than lip service to the Palestinian cause. Mr. Arafat told delegates that Israeli blockades of the Palestinian areas and the past weeks of fighting have cost the Palestinian economy $900 million.
Correction: November 15, 2000, Wednesday An article on Monday about a meeting of Muslim countries in Qatar at which Israel was denounced misstated the extent of Jordan's control of Jerusalem before the 1967 Middle East war. Jordan controlled only East Jerusalem and the Old City; Israel controlled the rest of Jerusalem.
President Khatami urges formation of int'l war crimes tribunal for Israel
Doha, Nov 12, IRNA -- Iran's President Mohammad Khatami urged here Sunday the special meeting of the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) on Palestine to make attempts for formation of an "international war crimes tribunal" for the occupied Palestine under the auspices of the United Nations.
Noting that OIC shoulders an onerous responsibility at this critical juncture, President Khatami warned that the catastrophic situation in Palestine is even graver and more systematic than the crimes committed in Yugoslavia and Rwanda in terms of nature and dimension.
"Had the Zionist terrorism, mass killings and forcing the original inhabitants of Palestine out of their homes been effectively countered at the international level, the world should not have witnessed such immense crimes against humanity in this subjugated land today." He said "If we do not stand vigorously against the ongoing war crimes, one should expect more crimes in the future." Khatami labeled "illegitimate" the Zionist regime and said "What happens today in Palestine is a demand for the most fundamental and inalienable rights of the oppressed Palestinians."
The former OIC chairman took a sharp swipe at the self-declared supporters of human rights, saying "In spite of all humanitarian claims of certain powers, in particular the United States, they regrettably stood by usurpers and confronted right holders, thus violating the basic principles of human rights." The Islamic Republic does not recognize the Jewish state and has always urged a jihad (holy war) against that atrocious regime.
Khatami also called on OIC member states to impose "comprehensive economic, political and international sanctions" against Israel. "The Sanction Committee of the OIC should seriously explore ways and means of economic embargo of Israel." He stressed "It is essential for those member states that have not yet severed their diplomatic relations with Israel; relations that should not have ever been established, to break at the shortest possible time their ties with this regime in response to the volition of the Islamic Ummah and the public opinion of the nations."
Khatami thanked the Qatari Government for its closure of the Israeli trade office in Doha after calls by Muslim states. Touching on the Palestinian intifadha (uprising) movement, Khatami said a "comprehensive mechanism should be created to support the intifadha as the legitimate resistance against the occupation and suppression." The Palestinian uprising has cost more than 200 lives over the past six weeks, mostly Palestinians.
He reaffirmed his previous calls in the opening summit of the 9th OIC earlier today that "the state of Palestine should be established with Al-Qods as its capital to secure the inalienable sovereignty right of the Palestinians over their homeland."
In the opening ceremony, he called for firm action and proposed a Middle East peace plan at the outset of an Islamic summit aimed at uniting the Muslim world behind the Palestinians in their conflict with Israel. Khatami called for the "return of all Palestinian refugees to Palestine" and a democratic referendum among the original Muslim, Jewish and Christian inhabitants to decide on a future form of the government in Palestine. Iran, Sunday, passed the presidency of OIC to Qatar for a three-year term. AK/HR End
Full text of Khatami's Address at OIC Summit in Doha
Doha, Nov 12, IRNA -- The following is the full text of the inaugural address by OIC Chairman President Mohammad Khatami of Iran at the Ninth Islamic Summit Conference in Doha, Qatar. Excellencies, Honorable Heads of State and Government of Islamic Countries, Mr. Secretary General, Distinguished Delegates, Ladies and Gentlemen, At the outset, allow me to say a few words in remembrance of our beloved Palestine -- the downtrodden and burning in the flames of fury of its usurpers, and its virtuous soil being nurtured with the passionate blood of Palestinian children, youth, women and men. To commemorate the revered fallen Palestinian martyrs, and to pray to the Almighty for the exaltation of their souls, the liberation of their trampled land and the emancipation of its uprooted and usurped nation, let us all rise and recite `Fatihah'. I extend my heartfelt felicitations to all distinguished members of the Organization on the convening of the Ninth Islamic Summit. I also wish to offer my appreciation to His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, the Emir and the people and the Government of the State of Qatar for their gracious hospitality and successful preparations for this summit. Now that the tenure of the Islamic Republic of Iran as Chairman of the OIC has come to a close, I deem it necessary to extend my appreciation to His Excellency Dr. Ezeddin Laraki, the OIC Secretary General, his colleagues in the Secretariat, and the member states for their endeavors and close cooperation in regional and global issues in advancing the cause and the interest of the Islamic Ummah. I thank the Almighty for gracing our Organization with success in playing an effective and constructive role in regional and international developments since the last Summit. This impressive achievement and the Organization's contribution to the resolution of various regional crises in cooperation with the United Nations and other regional and international organizations during this period have enhanced its relevance, authority and credibility, providing a unique opportunity at the disposal of the incoming Chairman in his endeavors to address the pressing challenges before the Muslim world. To enhance the role of the OIC at the international arena, it is imperative not only to utilize fully the rich experience of the Organization and the material and spiritual resources of Muslim peoples and governments, but also to strengthen the process of confidence building at the national, regional and international levels. This will in turn open new horizons for a more assertive participation of member states both in dealing with the problems of the Muslim world and in realizing our common aspirations as embodied in the OIC Charter. Three years ago, in my opening remarks at the Eighth Islamic Summit in Tehran, I pointed out that the great Ummah, which was once the torch bearer of science and civilization, is currently afflicted with the serious maligns of incapacity and backwardness. More than ever before, we are obliged to take measures to address the fundamental issues of our time facing our community in particular and the world in general. The Islamic Ummah as a nation of balance, in order to be an example for all, must assume a central role in the issues of our time and apply ration and wisdom in a quest for solutions to fundamental problems facing humanity, drawing from the great personality of the Prophet of Islam (PBUH): "Thus have We made of ye an Ummah justly balanced. That ye might be witness over the people and the Messenger a witness over ye..." (1:143) To begin the path to a better future, we must acquire a profound and sober understanding of our time, assess our past and present and rationally and judiciously revive the historical identity of the Islamic Ummah. The past golden age of the Islamic civilization, shining among humanity, was in reality the response of Muslim people to the needs and requirements of their times in light of noble Islamic values. And today, by drawing upon the teachings of Islam and the valuable historical experience of humanity, we can attend to the growing needs and demands of our present world from the vantage point of religion and lay down the foundations of a new civilization. Undoubtedly, the contemporary man -- as the victim of discrimination, oppression, materialism and humiliation -- quests liberty, justice, democracy, spirituality and ethics more than ever before. It is not just practical but indeed imperative that such concerns be scrutinized from the perspective of Islamic thought and culture and find their solutions within the Muslim world. The more the Ummah participates in determining its own destiny, and the more our political power relies on the volition of our people, the brighter will the prospects for the Muslim communities be. The Organization of the Islamic Conference can and should symbolize the unity of nations and states whose psyches and souls reflect the radiance of Divine word and their norm of conduct, expression and bearings is the reflection of the unique, sagacious, ethical and benevolent personality of the Prophet (PBUH). Man's world is the world of diversity, plurality and difference. We should recognize this reality and apply them for the betterment of his life. Definitely, unity is the object of the quest of the contemporary man. Yet, this cannot be interpreted as neglect for diversity or imposition of an authoritarian order trampling upon the lurality of thoughts and tastes for the glory of one. It is only in the light of continued open dialogue and critique based on reason and prudence, can the people of the world achieve mutuality and empathy despite the existing diversity and plurality in the path of their common objectives. Although such an objective appears to be far-fetched, it can with facility be attained through our volition. Today, while dominant powers have invariably attempted to portray globalization as an inevitable and irreversible process of subjugating man and his world to their vast material, informational and military capabilities, new opportunities have surfaced to strengthen the identity and solidarity of nations to build upon cultural commonalities, which will respond to the imperatives of the modern age without undermining their independence. At the Tehran Summit, I pointed out that the prerequisite for the development of a ne Islamic civilization is the establishment of Islamic civil society, where the citizens have the right to decide their destiny, scrutinize their governments and hold them accountable. In such a society which has its roots in "City of the Prophet", governments are in the service of the people, and politics is governed by reason and virtue. This is the most crucial question and concern that our time, and all Islamic countries are about to undergo this experience. Democracy, based on our religious tenets and cultural values, is the product of this process. This auspicious movement is a significant option that enables us to combine the process of social, cultural and political development with reliance on our own people and preservation of our own Islamic identity. In the course of their history, the people we represent at this gathering, have maintained a lively, fulfilling and enriching bond with the Almighty and the glorious word of Divine Revelation. It is our duty to pen up new opportunities to accommodate the different manifestations of religious faith and to promote people's participation in determining their destiny. These manifestations are like tiny ever-flowing springs, conjoining to form a boundless ocean, which is ot under the direct will, influence or command of super-terrestrial beings, and has enormous latent momentum, emanating from its depth. t is at such a horizon that the Islamic Conference can be transformed into the concrete manifestation of unity in the real and immutable meaning of the word. And the magnificent Islamic Revolution of Iran, which under the leadership of the late Imam Khomeini paved the way for the cultured people of Iran to attain independence, freedom and Islamic Republic, is today the harbinger of faith, and the champion of progress, independence, freedom and unity based upon close cooperation, coordination and mutual respect among all Islamic nations. Distinguished Delegations, Ladies and Gentlemen, Three years ago when I assumed the chairmanship of this Conference, I formulated my plan of actions on the same perspective and set up four criteria in this plan to meet four demands and necessities of the Ummah and the contemporary world. They were: 1. Moving towards a new equitable global system; 2. Ensuring peace and security in the region and the world; 3. Achieving balanced, comprehensive and sustainable development in the Islamic countries; 4. Reassuring the role of the OIC. Fortunately, the cooperation and collaboration extended by the Islamic countries in most areas during the past three years, contributed to the realization of many of the initiatives. The most important step in moving towards a just and new global system was the endorsement of the initiative of dialogue among civilizations by Heads of States and Government of the OIC in the Tehran Declaration, as a new paradigm aimed at improving the structure of international relations in the contemporary world. This proposal, which was also endorsed at the 53rd Session of the UN General Assembly, has opened new prospects before our diverse humanity. Inviting all nations to change the paradigm of rivalry and exclusion based on the balance of power to a paradigm of dialogue and inclusion has enhanced the role and structure of Islamic countries in the global arena. This proposal invites the world community to turn to rationality and logic rather than power and wealth, to rely upon the people and public opinion instead of pressure groups and centers of global power and on their intellectuals and thinkers in preference to politicians. The positive international reception of this initiative illustrates the global need for a new paradigm following recent changes on the international scene, developments that undermine and question the rigid traditional and power-based structure of world rder. The end of the Cold War, drastic transformations in communications, increased role of non-governmental organizations at the international level and the rise of the new post-war generations who conceive of a more humane world necessitate the emergence of a new paradigm of international relations, and the initiative of the OIC to launch dialogue among civilizations provided a new momentum to realize this aspiration. The proposal of dialogue among civilizations and its favorable reception by the world community is a demonstration of the disintegration of the hitherto existing international divisions between the core and the periphery, setting the stage for a more equitable framework of international relations. The endeavors of OIC towards strengthening and further enriching the Universal Declaration of Human Rights can be viewed in the same context. The Western interpretation of man and human rights is the legacy of the kind of international order, which meant to marginalize non-Western civilizations to the periphery. Thus, a new order based on global dialogue and participation requires a re-examination and re-assessment of the key concepts in light of the emerging ituation. The Geneva Conference on Islamic Perspectives on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights proposed by Iran and organized by the United Nations High Commission for Human Rights was a propitious occasion to embark on this course. Search for peace and security, alleviating the pains of and providing support for the Muslim nations against all forms of aggression have always been among the most important priorities of the OIC. In the interval between the two OIC Summits, two important events took shape, which have preoccupied the thoughts and heightened the feelings and emotions of the Ummah and all the freedom lovers. For the first time, the resilient Lebanese people could taste the fruits of more than two decades of their resistance and struggle against the Zionist occupiers and transgressors. This attainment, a turning point in the fate of the occupied territories, was a distinct demonstration of pride, unity, understanding, and coordination between the government, people and the Islamic Resistance that put an end to the illusion of invincibility of the occupying and transgressing force. The second event, which has attracted the attention not only of the Muslim world but also of all downtrodden people around the world during the last several weeks is the unprecedented rise of all Palestinians since 1948 throughout occupied territories. This fateful occurrence demonstrated that we cannot expect a real lasting peace without full restoration of the fundamental, inalienable, historic and legitimate rights of the downtrodden people. Based on this reality, as the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, I wish to underline that solution of the Middle East crisis and restoration of peace in the region requires: 1. Return of all Palestinians to their own homeland in the occupied Palestine; 2. Holding of a democratic referendum with the participation of all original Palestinians -- of Muslim, Jewish or Christian faith -- to determine the type of their future system of governance; 3. Establishment of a democratic Palestinian state in the entire territory of Palestine with Al-Qods Al-Sharif as its capital. 4. Decision of such independent Palestinian state regarding current inhabitants of Palestine. We take pride in the heroic resistance of the children of the Muslim and Arab Ummah against suppression and bullying of the terrorist racist Zionist regime. We are confident that the epic resistance of the Palestinians will impel the entire world, especially the domineering powers, not only to reflect on the current issues but also to seriously doubt the effectiveness of their previous measures. Surely, the epic of `Intifada' is the testing ground for all those people and groups who are claimants to supporting human rights and people's freedom in the world today. Astonishingly, while the oppressed nation of Palestine, especially its youth and children, has emerged from the crucible of its struggle triumphantly, Islamic countries have yet to meet the expectations of the Ummah. Now that I am handing over chairmanship of the OIC, I would like to declare that full cooperation of all the members of this Organization in adopting a timely and unified measure of the proportion commensurate with the tragedy of Palestine is an historical, cultural and social imperative. Undoubtedly, the assessment of the current and future generations of the Islamic Ummah and of history at large about the capacity and relevance of this Organization is essentially shaped by our success in forging a resolute action oriented stance by this Summit at this critical juncture in defense of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people and formulating serious and effective strategies to face aggression and occupation. The Islamic World is confronted with a number of other crises. The tragedy of fratricidal and bloody conflict in Afghanistan continues to attract the attention of the Organization. During the past three years, the Special OIC Committee on Afghanistan was re-activated and was subsequently welcomed by the United Nations. The Committee has so far managed to hold several rounds of talks with different Afghan groups and various countries with the intention of achieving a comprehensive peace settlement, acceptable to all parties. I hope that the resilient nation of Afghanistan, which has suffered tremendously in the past twenty years, is finally given a chance to be free from the talons of confrontation and insecurity and to determine its own destiny. The active presence of the OIC in support of the rights of Muslims in Kosovo and Chechnya and in defense of Muslim minorities across the world has opened new possibilities for more active contribution of the Organization in the settlement of crises affecting the Muslim world. Other initiatives taken in the past three years include advancing the agenda of comprehensive, sustainable and balanced development of all Muslim nations, strengthening the Secretariat and unifying the position of OIC member states throughout the world in advancing our collective demands as well as the establishment of the OIC Parliamentary Union, which may be elaborated in other opportunities. Honorable Heads of State and Government, Distinguished Delegations, Ladies and Gentlemen, Despite joint efforts of all members we are still at the beginning of the road. The looming maligns of hunger, illiteracy, poverty, discrimination and oppression is not becoming for the contemporary world and particularly the Muslim Ummah. The dominant powers are bent on imposing their volition on global culture, economy and thought. Spirituality fails to thrive in a world under domination, deprived of human and ethical values and lacking sovereignty of the people. Therefore, in line with the teachings of Islam, which has its roots in man's innate disposition, aspiring for liberty and justice, we must renew our efforts to promote spirituality, liberty, justice and democracy throughout the world. All nations and governments should focus their efforts in this direction. Realization of this objective depends on the growth of power and authority of self-emanating institutions at national, regional and international levels. It is for this reason that we need, more than ever before, to safeguard the relevance and enhance the authority of the OIC. Certainly, the world of today is in dire need of security, peace, dialogue, serenity and progress. To move in this direction, the problems of insecurity, violence, tension, and the use of force should be uprooted. This is the demand of all deprived and determined nations. Thus, the OIC is expected to continue to remain in the forefront of defending this objective in the next three years. I hope that with the cooperation of all member states and their active participation, the following three years will provide an opportunity for a comprehensive and serious assessment of the Charter and maintain its continued relevance in order to enhance its capacity to promote the interests of the Ummah and ensure a stronger and more assertive presence in the international arena. It is imperative that during its forthcoming term, the OIC must be able to immediately respond to regional and international developments including through emergency ministerial meetings. The OIC can function more effectively and efficiently if we trengthen its subsidiary and specialized agencies, accommodate reater cooperation among them and streamline parallel entities. Undoubtedly, the OIC will be able to increase the momentum of dialogue among civilizations relying on the participation of people and institutions of civil society. The Organization must be prepared to contribute effectively and constructively to the global discourse and action on encouraging democracy and strengthening the foundations of civil society at home, and promoting a democratic order at the global level, as well as in the endeavors on environment, human rights, rights of women and children, campaign against drug abuse and promotion of durable peace and security. For greater practical results, serious attention must be paid to he responsibility and role of the OIC. During its tenure, the Islamic Republic of Iran spared no effort to advance this objective in order to enhance the role and stature of the OIC among its member states and at the regional and international levels. I hope that the OIC will continue to function ever more assertively in the forthcoming years. I pay to Almighty Allah to bless the honorable participants with success and grace and all Muslim nations with dignity and prosperity. "And our last call is Praise be to Allah the Cherisher and Sustainer of the Worlds." YS/KS END
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Middle East bloodshed. Elsewhere, Khatami touched on the Afghanistan conflict, saying the ongoing crisis has attracted the attention of the OIC. "During the past three years, the Special OIC Committee on Afghanistan was reactivated and was subsequently welcomed by the United Nations." He said that the committee has so far managed to hold several rounds of talks with different Afghan groups and various countries with the intention of achieving a comprehensive peace settlement, acceptable to all parties. "I hope that the resilient nation of Afghanistan, which suffered tremendously in the past twenty years, is finally given a chance to be free from the talons of confrontation and insecurity and to determine its own destiny," he said. Recent months have seen an upsurge in fighting in northeastern Afghanistan with the Taliban militia capturing the key base of Taloqan. Only Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates recognize the Taliban, which now controls some 90 percent of the country and which ousted President Burhanuddin Rabbani in 1996. Khatami also highlighted the active presence of the OIC in support of the rights of the Muslims in Kosovo and Chechnya and in defense of Muslim minorities across the world which, he said, has opened new possibilities for more active contribution of the OIC in the settlement of crises affecting the Muslim world. He, however, said that despite the joint efforts of all our members "we are still at the beginning of the road." "The looming maligns of hunger, illiteracy, poverty, discrimination and oppression is not becoming for the contemporary world and particularly the Muslim Ummah." Khatami lashed out the dominant powers for "imposing their volition on global culture, economy and thought", saying "spirituality fails to thrive in a world under domination, deprived of human and ethical values and lacking sovereignty of the people." Turning on the responsibilities the OIC is facing to fulfill, Khatami said, "The world of today is in dire need of security, peace, dialogue, serenity and progress... thus the OIC is expected to remain at the forefront of defending this objective in the next three years." NS/AK/KS End
If only I had time to debunk, paragraph by paragraph, picture by picture, of the recent New Statesman's Iran's cover story. It was so full of lies, nonsense and unfair statements that that could easily be published in any right-wing magazines such as Standpoint, The Spectator, Commentary, National Review, etc.
What kind of Leftist magazine it is when its arguments and positions about Iran, Valenzuela, Cuba, etc. are identical to those labelled as the Right?
As if the substance of the latest anti-Iran propaganda film, The Stoning Soraya M., could not tell us enough about who is really behind it, now Variety's report can almost confirm the easy answer: 'Producers have kept the exact Mideast shooting location (outside of Iran) a secret, out of concern for hostile radical Islamic response, but locale stands in effectively for Iran.'
Now, I ask you, which country in the Middle East could inspire 'hostile radical Islamic response' except for one: Israel.
I'm sure any real journalist can verify this and discredit this blatant push for an invasion of Iran. Do they still make those kind of journalists?
I think I have reached a rather brialliant, modestly put, way of theorizing hyperlinks on the Web which I'm going to use in my dissertation: A hyperlink is the gaze of one website at another. But a different kind of gaze (regard) from the medical gaze that Foucault talks about and Mulvey expands in their related works.
I would like to emphasise on the positive and productive effects of this gaze , however. A lot to work and think on.