Presenter, Man # 1
Security officials detained 63 security personnel including 13 military officers with different rankings. They are undergoing investigations pertaining to the latest bombings which targeted the Justice Ministry and a provincial government building in central Baghdad last Sunday. Meanwhile, a spokesman for the health deportment announced that that the toll of last Sunday’s explosions, and was raised to 153 deaths and 500 injuries. The explosions, which targeted government institutions in Iraq like the ones that took place last Sunday or the ones known as the Bloody Wednesday explosions that took place on August 19th, show that the perpetrators are using new methods. This comes as Iraqi authorities work at ending sectarian violence and establishing stability in the country. Political analysts believe that such explosions are aimed at undermining the Iraqi government before the general election which will take place in January 2010.

Presenter, Woman # 1
The bloody explosions that took place on the 19th of August and on the 25th of October killed and injured more than 1000 people, raising many questions about the new methods used by armed groups in Iraq. It is clear that the methods of attack have progressed. Previous explosions targeted easy to hit mosques and markets, but the latest two explosions have targeted government institutions. Anti terrorism experts explain that in the past armed groups used to target security forces, government employees, civilians, and economic institutions. However when these targets became difficult to hit due to strict security measures, the armed groups selected new targets. Anti terrorism experts believe that the new targets tend to be politically motivated and it seems that their goal is to destabilize the political system and derail the upcoming elections in Iraq. Security forces recently managed to decrease the rate of attacks by using new security methods such as containment, cordons, preemptive measures, as well as the deployment of additional forces and the increase in the number checkpoints. In response to these security measures, the armed groups are now launching less armed operations but extremely destructive ones. This comes as the Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri Al Maliki has been trying to improve the security condition, which he wants to present as a successful achievement ahead of the January 2010 general elections. He also wants things to return to normal in the streets, which explains why his government wanted to open major streets and remove barriers. However, this changed after the latest explosions, which compelled Maliki’s government to put these plans on hold. According to political observers this will decrease the support for Maliki. The question remains, what can Iraq do to protect its citizens. Military experts say that there are a number of methods, which include the establishment of random checkpoints, the enhancement of methods used for intelligence gathering and infiltrating armed groups, the elimination of corruption among security forces and other methods. However political observers believe that the recent explosions are related to the sectarian tensions in Iraq.During Saddam Hussein’s rule, the Sunnis were in charge and now the Shiites are in charge of the country. Therefore the only possible long term solution will be achieved through reconciliation. Ramzi Al Masri, Al Arabiya.

Presenter, Male #1
Amidst heightened security measures following the Peshawar bloody attack, US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, arrived in the Pakistani city of Lahore. Clinton visited several religious and historical sites in the city. She also held a series of talks with political officials in the Punjab region. In addition, Clinton gave a lecture to university female students, pledging 45 millions dollars in grants to help improve education in Punjab. Clinton reiterated her country’s support for Islamabad in the fight against the Taliban. Meanwhile, the death toll from the Peshawar bloody attack, which the Taliban denied responsibility for, has risen to 105, as confirmed by the Pakistani intelligence services. Among the 105 dead are 13 children and 27 women. In addition, the identities of 71 victims have been determined. Mahyub Khuder reports from Islamabad.

Reporter, Male #2
The US and Pakistan have opened a new chapter in their relations. This news comes as US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, arrived in Islamabad to help improve the two countries’ relations. Clinton and Pakistani officials are trying to overcome the mistrust, which has been rocking the two countries’ relations. The two sides are seeking to build a relationship that is based on mutual respect and joint interests, especially in the war on terror.

Guest, Female #1 (Clinton)
Al Qaeda has played a role by encouraging the Taliban-Pakistan to rise against the Pakistani government. The very same thing happened in Afghanistan. The important thing is to eliminate these terrorist and those instigating violence. We are open to anyone who changes their mind.

Reporter, Male #2
Clinton said that Washington is wiling to support Pakistan in the Waziristan offensive.
Meanwhile, the Taliban is trying to move the war to other provinces in the country by launching bloody attacks. The latest of these attacks was the explosion that rocked the city of Peshawar, leaving behind a bloody massacre among the civilians.

Guest, Male #3
We are facing these types of attacks on a daily basis. However, this will not shake our willpower. To those committing these crimes: you will not achieve your goals and we will fight you, and the killing of civilians will not force us to change our positions.

Reporter, Male #2
The Taliban is being held responsible for the attack, which filled the city of Peshawar with grief and tears, amidst public fear over the deteriorating security situation in the country. Clinton has extended her hand to helping Pakistan and provide it with all it requires in order to achieve victory in Waziristan. Meanwhile, the Pakistanis broke their silence and demanded that their relations with the US go beyond the scope of the war on terror. The Pakistanis are hoping for a better future, a future that may help absorb some of the public anger against the government. Mahyuib Khuder, Dubai TV, Islamabad.

Presenter, Female #1
Rua and Faiza were wounded in the tragic incidents of Sunday. The victims sustained different injuries but ended up at the same hospital.

Presenter, Male #1
The two women are similar in many ways: They both love Iraq, and both are determined to continue the journey of life, just like other mothers and sisters in Iraq. They are determined to go on with life, standing against the willpower of the killers and bypassing their wounds and the fear caused by this criminal act.

Guest, Female #2
I don’t want to show my face on the television screen. I’m too afraid to talk. I can’t talk in front of the camera. I’m too scared. I lost my husband. He is gone. I’m too shy to show my face on television.

Reporter, Male #2
Her shyness, which is mixed with grief, anguish, and fear, has prevented her from expressing what she is going through. She is determined to keep searching for her husband, who is missing and feared dead in Sunday’s painful criminal attack. He was last seen heading to the Provincial Council to receive their son’s compensation, who was martyred in a previous incident. This is the tale of an Iraqi woman, who has more to say.

Guest, Female #2
I came here to look for my husband. I’m too shy to show my face on television. Please don’t photograph me.

Reporter, Male #2
Rua is an employee at the Ministry of Justice, and Faiza is an employee at the Ministry of Local Municipalities and Public Works. Both are role models for the brave women of Iraq. Rua is a young woman who sustained injuries in Sunday’s tragic incidents. However, her determination to continue working and moving ahead in life is far greater than her wounds, fear, and shock left behind following this criminal attack.

Guest, Female #3
Several Iraqi ministries were targeted by bombings. We could have stayed home out of fear that our ministry might be targeted. However, the answer is not to stop working. The ministry was targeted by an explosion. God wiling, the situation will improve and become better than before.

Reporter, Male #2
Rua’s determination and defiance is as strong as Faiza’s heartfelt love for her country. Faiza is the Director General of Projects of the Ministry of Public works. Despite her pain and agony, Faiza is hoping to recover from her injuries so she can help complete the building of Iraq.

Guest, Female #4
God willing, I will serve my country until the end of my life. I love everything about my country. I have lived outside the country for many years. I wasn’t able to visit my family and neighbors. I was not able to see my brothers and cousins. Then, I decided to return to Iraq. I want to serve my country. My wish is to serve Iraq. I have a strong desire to serve my country. My son took after me, and he loves Iraq.

Reporter, Male #2
Iraq is a nation with so many brave and knowledgeable women. Iraq is also a nation for brave men, who were destined to navigate through a life that is filled with agony and hardship. Their mission is to keep Iraq proud. Meanwhile, if the criminals wish to live life here, they will get nothing but the curse of the Iraqi people. And if life after death is what they wish for, they will get nothing but hell, and what a horrible place to end up in! Thamer al-Shmari, Iraqiya, Baghdad.

Presenter, Male #1
The International Atomic Energy Agency, the IAEA, announced that its General Director, Mohammad el-Baradei, has received the Iranian response to a draft deal on uranium enrichment. According to IAEA sources, el-Baradei will hold consultation talks with the Iranian government and all other concerned parties. El-Baradei is hoping to reach definite and positive results in the uranium enrichment deal. Iran, which has initially agreed to ship a part of its low-enriched uranium abroad, is seeking changes to the nuclear deal.

Reporter, Female #2
After days of waiting, the Iranian envoy arrived at the headquarters of the IAEA to discuss the proposals that were presented in Geneva and Vienna. The Iranian envoy said that his meeting at the IAEA was technical, aimed at moving the negotiations forward. He further said that the meeting has nothing to do with the Iranian response to the nuclear deal offered by the General Director of the IAEA, Mohammad el-Baradei.

Guest, Male #2
Iran will pursue the first round of negotiations in a positive manner. This meeting was technical. We hope that they will take our technical and economic concerns into account. We urge them to employ the right mechanism in supplying Tehran’s nuclear reactor with fuel.

Reporter, Female #1
According to the Iranian Javan Newspaper, Iran is proposing to ship its low-enriched uranium in phases in exchange for 20%-enriched nuclear fuel, which is the percentage required for Tehran’s research reactor. Iran is also proposing to ship gradually low-enriched uranium for the simultaneous exchange of nuclear fuel for Tehran’s reactor. In a preemptive move ahead of the meeting of the Iranian envoy at the IAEA, the Iranian President, Mahmud Ahmadinejad, outlined the Iranian position.

Guest, Male #4 (Ahmadinejad)
The world must know that as long as this government is in power, we will not give up the rights of the Iranian nation. Fortunately, the world was able to find the appropriate conditions to deal with the nuclear issue. Securing nuclear fuel for Tehran’s reactor give us an opportunity to evaluate the honesty of world powers as well as the honesty of the IAEA. We welcome fuel exchange, nuclear cooperation, the building of power plants and reactors, and we are ready to cooperate.

Reporter, Female #1
Now that Iran has voiced its concerns, the Western nations and the IAEA must respond to the Iranian proposal. The two sides may either reach an agreement or enter another round of discussions and negotiations. Najla’a Abu Mirii, BBC.

Presenter, Man # 1
The National Organization for Defending Human Rights and Freedom in Yemen revealed that those 150 Yemeni detainees held in Riman prison in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia have gone on a hunger strike after four month of detention. The organization said that the Saudi soldiers humiliated the Yemeni detainees and subjected them to immoral practices which compelled the detainees to go on a hunger strike. The organization said that the Yemeni embassy in Riyadh ignored their repeated complaints and said that it has send a message to the Yemeni foreign Minister and the Saudi Interior minister informing them about the conditions of the Yemeni detainees. Meanwhile, the Houthis released a statement saying that government war planes struck numerous areas in south of Yemen, killing a large number of civilians. The Houthis have accused Saudi Arabia of intervening in the war in northern Yemen by providing logistical and financial support to the Yemeni army and by receiving help from the Saudi air force.

Reporter, Woman # 1
The sixth war which started on August 11, when the Yemini army declared using the scorched earth policy continues to generate reactions due to the deteriorating humanitarian conditions in the country. Humanitarian and international organizations called for stopping the war in Yemen and for finding ways to end the deteriorating humanitarian conditions there. The EU called on the Yemeni government to respect human rights and international law. The EU expressed concern pertaining to the deteriorating security and economic situation in the country and urged the government to let the fleeing civilians in northern Yemen reach safer areas and ensure that rescues teams can reach them. This comes as the Houthis announced that the Yemeni air force launched attacks on villages full of residents and displaced people. According to a statement by the Houthis, the air strikes killed a large number of people some of whom are still under the ruble of their homes. The statement also said that government forces launched other air attacks on several villages in Saqeen, Hedand, Razeh and Dahyan killing a number of civilians including women and children. In the province of Sa’da, the statement said that the army shelled the minaret of the historic Elian Mosque completely destroying it. Meanwhile, the Yemeni army announced that it has opened a strategic road north of the country that was previously under the control of the Houthis. According to a military source, the armed forces in cooperation with local tribes has opened the road of Katafa Elbuka’ in Sa’da and pushed the Houthis forces away. There are no signs that the fighting on the ground is gong to end soon; the Yemeni opposition expressed their concern that they will be economically and politically marginalized by the government. They accuse the government of using the war in Sa’da to justify undemocratic policies.

Presenter, Woman # 1
The Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said that Syria, both at the public and official level, has the desire to resume indirect peace talks with Tell Aviv.

Presenter, Man # 1
Al-Assad, who is on a visit to Croatia, said that his country wants Turkey to play the role of mediator in these talks. He also called on European countries to support the Turkish efforts in this regard.

Reporter, Man # 1
What you are asking depends on whether we have a partner in the Israeli side who is also willing to go in the same direction. Based on our experience in the past year, Turkey was very successful when it mediated the 8 months of indirect peace talks.

Presenter, Woman # 1
Israel’s Deputy Defense Minister Matan Vilnai said that Israel does not take the Syrian statements pertaining to resuming peace talks seriously. He added that it is difficult for Israel to take such statements seriously because Damascus continues to send missiles to Hezbollah.

Presenter, Man # 1
Meanwhile the Israeli Haaretz newspaper reported that the Croatian president Stjepan Mesic invited the Israeli president and prime minister last week to resume peace talks between Syria in the Croatian island of Brioni. Senior Israeli official said that Mesic told Netanyahu that he has very close relations to the Syrian president .He also conveyed a message from Assad to Netanyahu saying that Syria is interested in resuming peace negotiations with Israel.

Presenter, Woman # 1
Joining us is Al Jazeera Chief Bureau, Abdel Hamed Tawfeeq. We welcome you in Al Jazeera studio in Qatar. First of all, in what context did the Syrian President make the statements that Syria has the desire to resume peace talks with Israel at both the public and official levels, and why did he make these statements from Croatia.

Guest, Man # 1
Perhaps this Syrian desire to resume peace talks is not new. There have been past experiences that show that Syria has the desire to resume direct peace talks with Israel such as the ones that took place in the 1990s and the indirect ones that were mediated by the Turks. However, President Assad made an important point in his statements today in that there is a public desire in Syria to resume peace talks with Israel. Assad said that this is very important for Syria. Syria wants to use every regional and international platform to show that it wants to resume peace talks with Israel but it insists on having a clear structure for the talks. Most importantly, Syria wants a sponsor for these peace talks. Assad wants a mediator and a sponsor. As we know these are two different roles, the Turks did not sponsor the peace talks; they only mediated the indirect peace talks. They were conveying the Syrian point of view to the Israelis and visa versa. Syria has stated before that any peace talks with Israel must be sponsored by the US. Previously, Syria called on European countries to play this role, but they have always failed to act independently from the US. However, the Syrian president also insists on the importance of the Turkish role which explains why he called on Europe today from Croatia to support the Turkish role.

A series of ceremonies and events were held in Israel to mark the 14th anniversary of the assassination of former Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin. The man who forged the historic Oslo peace accords with the Palestinians was remembered by Shimon Peres, among others, who used the occasion to highlight Rabin’s peace policies and to affirm Israel’s commitment to peace.