February 2003
Turkey's ruling party leader pressures opposing lawmakers to approve the bill for U.S. troop deployment
The Turkish parliament has delayed a vote on a bill to allow 62,000 U.S. troops to be stationed in Turkey for a northern front against…
American and Turkish Officials Continue Negotiations
American and Turkish officials are negotiating an agreement to allow U.S. troops to be stationed in Turkey for a potential war against Iraq. The deal…
Kuwaiti Authorities Arrest 3 Nationals
Kuwaiti authorities arrested three nationals suspected of planning an attack on U.S. forces. The arrests come amid heightened tensions as Kuwait hosts a significant number…
Saddam Hussein: Iraq Will Resist UN Order to Destroy Al-Sumoud 2 Missiles - 2003-02-25
Saddam Hussein declared that Iraq will resist a UN order to destroy its Al-Sumoud 2 missiles, while a senior military advisor indicated that the government…
An Inside Look: Interview with Dr. Gholamhossein Khorshidi - 2003-02-24
The article features an interview with Dr. Gholamhossein Khorshidi, a founding member of the National Coalition of Freedom Seekers, discussing the group's activities and the…
Under the Microscope: Increase in Repression Parallel to UN Human Rights Delegation Visit
The article discusses the increasing repression of Iranian activists coinciding with the nearing end of a UN human rights delegation's visit to Iran. Notably, Dr.…
Interview with Saad Salman, a Dissatisfied Shia Iraqi - 2003-02-22
Saad Salman, an Iraqi Shia dissident, discusses his experiences of imprisonment under the Ba'ath Party and his thirty years in exile. This interview sheds light…
Gathering in Front of the Residence of UN Human Rights Committee Rapporteurs in Tehran - 2003-02-20
A significant gathering of residents, primarily women, took place in front of the Laleh Hotel in Tehran where UN human rights rapporteurs are staying. Law…
Alaa Wali Al-Din, Famous Egyptian Actor, Passes Away - 2003-02-16
Alaa Wali Al-Din, a well-known Egyptian actor, has passed away. The report highlights his significance in Egyptian cinema and provides insights into his life. This…
Calendar Day, February 12: Establishment of the First Organization for African Americans - 2003-02-13
On February 12, 1909, the NAACP was founded by a group of intellectuals in the United States to promote the advancement of African Americans. This…
Moshe Yaalon: The Israeli Army Prepares for Potential Iraqi Missile Attacks
Moshe Yaalon announced that the Israeli army is training to defend against potential Iraqi missile attacks in a future Gulf War. He assessed the likelihood…
Witness Report: Conversations with Experts on the Causes of the Iranian Revolution - 2003-02-11
The article features interviews with prominent Iranian experts discussing the origins and future of the Iranian Revolution. Key figures include Jamshid Islami, Ehsan Naraghi, and…
Interview with Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi about the Position of Ayatollah Montazeri - 2003-02-08
The article features an interview with Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi discussing the legal ramifications of Ayatollah Montazeri's removal from his position. This conversation sheds light…
Hans Blix and Mohamed ElBaradei Heading to Iraq This Weekend - 2003-02-06
Hans Blix and Mohamed ElBaradei are traveling to Iraq to address concerns over the country's cooperation with UN weapons inspections ahead of a critical report…
Two Television Stations Recorded the Columbia Spacecraft's Crash - 2003-02-02
Two television stations in Dallas recorded the Columbia spacecraft's crash when communication with NASA was lost. NASA officials were uncertain about the incident until they…