Iranian president criticizes Israel and the U.S.September 24, 2009 - 20:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad made his usual criticism of the existing world order and international political institutions. Addressing the general debate in the framework of the 64-th session of UN General Assembly, the Iranian leader said that "political and economic structures created after the World War II and based on the desire to dominate the world, failed to ensure justice and lasting security." He described as "unacceptable" the situation when the UN and the Security Council, whose decisions must represent all the countries and governments through the most democratic methods of decision-making, are subordinate to several governments and serve their interests". Iran's president criticized Israeli and the U.S. policies. In particular, Ahmadinejad accused the "Zionist regime" in "inhumane policies in Palestine," in usage of "force and coercion," in denial of Palestinians' legitimate right to self-defense. " Ahmadinejad accused the U.S. in military intervention in the affairs of other states under the pretext of combating terrorism or drug trafficking, citing as an example the situation in Iraq and Afghanistan. According to him, these actions resulted in "abounding the illegal manufacture of drugs, increased terrorism, thousands of people killed, infrastructure destroyed, severely affected regional security." "Those who created the current disastrous situation, continue to blame others," he said, the press service of the UN reports. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents. “By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents. The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. |