Iran paints itself as “victim of terrorism” at NAM summit
While hosting the 16th annual Non-Aligned Movement summit in Tehran, the Iranian government made a big effort to portray their country as a victim of terrorism, rather than a sponsor of it.
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‘NAM showed Israel isolated, not Iran’
With Iran officially taking over the presidency, its work is cut out for the next 3 years, which can quite possibly set a president for many years to come. On this edition of News...
Islamist use NAM to flex muscles: ‘US, Israel afraid of powerful Iran’
The meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) heads of state, which is the last leg of the NAM’s 16th summit in Tehran, has kicked off in the Iranian capital with an inaugural speech by...
Ghana’s Foreign Minister: ‘NAM states must use collective power’
“The 16th NAM summit is a very crucial one, especially in the presence of the world economic dynamics. It is important that small countries, developing countries, come together … to strengthen their voices and...
Hong Kong wants Middle Eastern (Islamic) tourists
CNN’s Ramy Inocencio takes a look at how Hong Kong is trying to promote itself as a gateway to China.
China consider naming their aircraft carrier after disputed islands to show sovereignty
(Reuters) – When Japanese activists scrambled ashore on a disputed island chain in the East ChinaSea this month, one of China’s most hawkish military commentators proposed an uncharacteristically mild response. Retired Major General Luo Yuan suggested naming...
Pakistan can make Russia Queen of Asia
The relations between the U.S. and Pakistan, despite the numerous attempts to revive them, are falling apart. Therefore, establishing close cooperation with Pakistan will give Russia a real chance to gain a foothold in...
NAM summit proves US failure: Former IAEA inspector
On Sunday, during the opening ceremony of the NAM expert-level meeting, Iran assumed the rotating presidency of the movement for three years. Egypt’s Ambassador to the United Nations Mootaz Khalil formally handed over the...
Iran attempts to play the victim of terrorism at non-aligned summit
CNN’s Reza Sayah on Iran’s role as head of this year’s non-aligned summit.
NAM must address international issues: Indonesia
Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa says the international community is facing difficult issues, which should be addressed by the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), Press TV reports. “We certainly have huge challenges in front of us....
