Back in March we spoke with former Manitoba First Nations leader Terry Nelson about his attempts to establish ties with Iranian leaders and diplomats. Nelson has himself now visited Iran and appeared on television there comparing native reserves in Canada to concentration camps. Here's a repost of our interview. Original blog entry after the break.


On March 12th, a delegation of First Nations leaders led by former Roseau River Anishinabe Chief Terry Nelson visited the Iranian embassy in Ottawa, where they presented plans to create a relationship between First Nations and Iran. Brent spoke to Terry Nelson about their visit.