Amirkabir University of Technology
December 2003
Amir Kabir University Students' Hunger Strike for Bam Earthquake Victims Ends
Students at Amir Kabir University ended their hunger strike against the acceptance of paying students by donating their meals to Bam earthquake victims. This action…
Five Russian Students Arrested in Egypt
Five Russian students studying at Al-Azhar University in Cairo have been arrested by Egyptian authorities. The Russian Foreign Ministry has confirmed the arrests, but the…
Foreshocks the Night Before the Bam Earthquake Indicated a Disaster - 2003-12-27
On December 27, 2003, Iranian state television reported that several foreshocks occurred before a devastating earthquake in Bam, which resulted in at least 20,000 deaths…
Explosion in Central Kabul - 2003-12-25
An explosion occurred in Kabul at a UN complex, causing minor damage but no casualties. This incident follows recent rocket attacks in the city, raising…
Explosion and Toxic Gases in a Natural Gas Mine in China Kills at Least 191 People - 2003-12-25
A catastrophic explosion at a natural gas field in southwestern China resulted in at least 191 deaths and hundreds of injuries. The cause of the…
Al Jazeera's Troubling Days, Arash Irani - 2003-12-23
A senior Qatari official is seeking to reopen Al Jazeera's office in Kuwait after it was closed due to its coverage of the U.S. invasion…
13 October Protesters Released in Riyadh
Thirteen protesters arrested during October demonstrations in Riyadh have been released, including three women who apologized for their actions. The protests, organized by the Islamic…
The Spread of AIDS in Iranian Schools - December 16, 2003
Experts are raising concerns about the spread of AIDS in Iranian schools, highlighting a limited number of infected students. An anonymous source warns that lack…
Abdul Ghani Mazoudi Has Requested Asylum from the German Government - 2003-12-13
Abdul Ghani Mazoudi, a Moroccan man accused of involvement in the 9/11 attacks, has requested asylum in Germany after being released from custody. He fears…
Efforts to Secure Palestinian Factions' Agreement to Halt Attacks on Israelis - 2003-12-08
Palestinian factions attempted to negotiate a ceasefire with Israel but failed to reach an agreement. Nabil Abu Rudeineh emphasized the Palestinian Authority's commitment to the…
International Federation for Human Rights Calls for Protection of Shirin Ebadi's Life - 2003-12-07
The International Federation for Human Rights has called for the protection of Shirin Ebadi after she was attacked during a speech at Alzahra University by…
Dutch Authorities Arrest Two Suspects in the Murder of Serbian Prime Minister Zoran Đinđić
Dutch authorities have arrested two suspects linked to the assassination of Serbian Prime Minister Zoran Đinđić at Belgrade's request. This incident highlights ongoing legal actions…
London Court Refuses to Release British Man on Bail
A London court has denied bail to Sajid Badat, accused of collaborating with bomber Richard Reid and possessing illegal explosives. This case is part of…
14 People Arrested in the UK During a Series of Anti-Terrorism Raids - 2003-12-02
In the UK, 14 individuals were arrested during anti-terrorism operations amid heightened security alerts due to new threats of terrorist attacks. Prime Minister Tony Blair…
The Spread of AIDS in Qom - 2003-12-02
AIDS cases in Qom have risen sharply, with official numbers indicating 60 cases, but experts believe the true figure is much higher. The majority of…