Amirkabir University of Technology
July 2003
Tender for 22 New Homes in a Jewish Settlement in Gaza - 2003-07-31
Israel has announced a tender for 22 new homes in a Jewish settlement in Gaza, despite an international peace plan calling for a halt to…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Afghan Refugees on Hunger Strike in Brussels - 2003-07-29
Afghan refugees in Belgium began a hunger strike following a week-long sit-in at a church in Brussels. This protest highlights their desperate situation and calls…
Israel Agrees to Release 540 Palestinian Prisoners Including Members of Hamas and Islamic Jihad - 2003-07-28
Israel has agreed to release 540 Palestinian prisoners, including members of Hamas and Islamic Jihad, as a gesture of goodwill towards Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud…
Ariel Sharon Expected to Request Government Approval for More Palestinian Prisoner Releases - 2003-07-27
Ariel Sharon is expected to request the Israeli government to approve the release of more Palestinian prisoners during a meeting before his talks with President…
Five Arrested in Connection with the Murder of Zahra Kazemi in Iran - 2003-07-26
Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of Zahra Kazemi, an Iranian-Canadian journalist, who died in Evin Prison after being detained for…
Arrest of Two Individuals in Connection with the Explosion of Two Grenades in Northern Kosovo - 2003-07-26
Two individuals have been arrested following the explosion of two grenades in northern Kosovo, which killed one and injured four. This incident is part of…
German Authorities Accuse Iranian Man of Espionage
German authorities have charged a 65-year-old Iranian man, Iraj S., with espionage against exiled opponents of the Iranian government. He has been in custody since…
Mahmoud Abbas, Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority, Visits Washington - 2003-07-25
Mahmoud Abbas is visiting Washington to meet President Bush and seek U.S. support for the release of Palestinian prisoners. He also discussed efforts to dismantle…
Under the Microscope: Bush's Warning to Iran and Syria, Complaint Letter from Sunni Leaders - 2003-07-23
President Bush issued a warning to Iran and Syria about their support for terrorist groups, while Sunni leaders in Iran sent a complaint letter to…
Sharon: The Cabinet Will Decide on Palestinian Prisoners on Wednesday - 2003-07-21
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon announced that the Cabinet will meet to decide on the release of Palestinian prisoners. The decision comes amid Palestinian demands…
Ariel Sharon and Mahmoud Abbas Meet to Discuss the Release of Imprisoned Palestinians - 2003-07-20
Ariel Sharon and Mahmoud Abbas met in Jerusalem to discuss the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Israel plans to release several hundred prisoners…
Palestinian Extremists in the West Bank Have Kidnapped the Palestinian Governor of Jenin
Palestinian extremists have kidnapped Haidar Irsheid, the governor of Jenin, accusing him of collaborating with Israel. This incident highlights ongoing tensions within Palestinian politics and…
Human Rights Situation in Chechnya Has Not Improved
The International Federation for Human Rights reports that the human rights situation in Chechnya remains dire, with ongoing violations and a lack of action from…
Calendar Day, July 17: Journey to the Moon - 2003-07-17
On July 17, 1969, the Apollo 11 astronauts successfully entered lunar orbit. This historic event marked a significant achievement in space exploration. It is important…
U.S. Provides $20 Million Aid to Palestinian Authority - 2003-07-16
The U.S. has allocated $20 million to the Palestinian Authority for rebuilding efforts after years of conflict with Israel. This marks a significant shift in…
Threat from Two Palestinian Militant Groups to End Attacks on Israelis
Hamas and Islamic Jihad have threatened to resume attacks on Israelis if the Palestinian Authority tries to confiscate their weapons. This statement follows a recent…
Paul Bremer: The Formation of a Consultative Council is a Step Towards Establishing a Free and Inclusive Government in Iraq - 2003-07-07
The first session of the Consultative Council in Iraq was held, praised by Paul Bremer as a significant step towards a free government. Bremer also…
Israeli Cabinet Approves Release of Some Palestinian Prisoners - 2003-07-06
The Israeli Cabinet has approved the release of a limited number of Palestinian prisoners to support the Middle East peace process. This decision was made…
Palestinian Security Forces Deployed in Bethlehem - 2003-07-03
Palestinian security forces have been deployed in Bethlehem following Israel's transfer of security responsibilities. President Bush praised Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon for the withdrawal,…
Israeli Forces Withdraw from Bethlehem in the West Bank - 2003-07-02
Israeli forces have withdrawn from Bethlehem, handing over security to the Palestinian Authority, which is seen as a positive step towards the Middle East peace…
Israeli and Palestinian Leaders: The Time for Difficult Decisions Has Arrived - 2003-07-02
Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Ariel Sharon and Mahmoud Abbas, have agreed to make tough decisions for peace during a joint press conference. They discussed the…