Iran: 'Foreign meddling behind Somali crisis'

[Coeus]

Iran's Parliament (Majlis) Speaker Ali Larijani says foreign interference is one of the key factors contributing to Somalia's ongoing crises.


"Terrorism and foreign intervention are the two sides of a coin," Larijani was quoted by IRNA as saying in a meeting with his Somali counterpart Hassan Sheikh Adam on Sunday.

Larijani said Iran backs every effort to foster economic development in Africa and help its people recuperate in the face of foreign interference and colonialist policies.

He expressed the Iranian Parliament's full support for the expansion of all-out ties with African nations, including Somalia.

"International powers do not want Islamic countries to live independently, so they try to create political, economic and security crises for them (Muslim nations) through conspiracies and meddling [in their affairs]," said Larijani.

Hassan Sheikh Adam described his visit as an opportunity to hold talks with Iranian officials and work out solutions to the problems his country is facing.

"Foreign interference and terrorism have created serious problems for Somali people, impeding the establishment of tranquility and stability," he said.

The Somali parliament speaker expressed hope that his negotiations with Iranian authorities will open up a new horizon in mutual relations.

Heading a high-ranking delegation, the top Somali parliamentarian arrived in Tehran early Sunday on a four-day visit.

He is scheduled to meet with several senior Iranian officials, including President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

[Arabischer]

"International powers do not want Islamic countries to live independently, so they try to create political, economic and security crises for them (Muslim nations) through conspiracies and meddling [in their affairs]," said Larijani.

Coeus, Larjani means foreigners and International powers by America, Europe and AU.

[Coeus]

I know exactly what he means. But these things fit, Senegal, Somalia and to some extent Sudan. Not the spoiled arabs in the middle east. It is always those who are noble who get destroyed, while the puppets remain.

[Arabischer]

I know exactly what he means. But these things fit, Senegal, Somalia and to some extent Sudan. Not the spoiled arabs in the middle east. It is always those who are noble who get destroyed, while the puppets remain.

Larjani and other Iranian leaders call al-Shabaab freedom fighters. Coeus, you're spreading good news about al-Shabaab.

[Coeus]

The iranians are supporting al shabab because of the URANIUM in Somalia. They did the same thing with the ICU. They were very close getting deals to dig the Uranium, before the international community thretaned with sanctions.

Iran is always playing games.

[Arabischer]

The iranians are supporting al shabab because of the URANIUM in Somalia. They did the same thing with the ICU. They were very close getting deals to dig the Uranium, before the international community thretaned with sanctions.

Iran is always playing games.

But, you're still spreading good news about al-Shabaab, which you aren't supposed.

[Coeus]

Saaxib news is news. I dont withold any news just to make it suit my agenda. That is however something your al shabab leaders arre very good at