Yuram Almanfi's Blog

Thoughts, comments and reflections of an American Muslim on America, US Foreign policy in the Middle East and the so-called War on Terror; examining the double standards, contradictions and repercussions from a perspective of social justice and human rights.

Once Again, It’s About The Oil

23 August, 2008

“I congratulate you for focusing on Central Asia oil and gas reserves and the role they play in shaping U.S. policy.” – Ambassador John J. Maresca, Former Vice President of International Relations for Unocal Corporation on 12 February 1998.[i] (More)

Posted by yuram 06:39 | General , Iran , United States | Comment(0) | Permalink

Between the Bombs: From Hiroshima to Nagasaki

11 August, 2008

“I pray from my heart for the repose of the souls of those who died in the atomic bombing, and pledge to work untiringly for the elimination of nuclear weapons and for the achievement of everlasting world peace.” - Tomihisa Taue, Mayor of Nagasaki[i] (More)

Posted by yuram 08:20 | Iran , United States | Comment(3) | Permalink