Monthly Archives: February 2018

On This day — Ayatollah Khomeini Returns to Iran (February 1 1979)

Posted on February 1, 2018 by L

“You will see we are not in any particular animosity with the Americans. [The Islamic Republic of Iran] will be a humanitarian one, which will benefit the cause of peace and tranquillity for all mankind. (…) It is advisable that … Continue reading →

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Just One Pic — The Shot That Shocked the World (February 1 1968)

Posted on February 1, 2018 by L

 “Hearing something a hundred times isn’t better than seeing it once” Chinese proverb “Still photographs are the most powerful weapon in the world. People believe them, but photographs do lie, even without manipulation.” Eddie Adams — American journalist and photographer … Continue reading →

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Germany — Constitutional Complaint Lodged Against BND Law

Posted on February 1, 2018 by L

“The law allows the foreign intelligence agency to spy on journalists abroad almost without restrictions and to share the information with other secret services. This is an unacceptable restriction of press freedom, which is why we are supporting the affected … Continue reading →

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One Year Ago — Former MOSSAD Chief : “Israel’s Biggest Threat Is Potential Civil War, Not Iran.”

Posted on February 1, 2018 by L

“If a society crosses a certain line in its division and hatred, then it is a real possibility to see a phenomenon like a civil war.” Tamir Pardo — Former Mossad chief February 1 2017 — The most pressing threat … Continue reading →

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