November 2003
Taiwanese Officials Arrest a Missile Weapons Researcher
Taiwan has arrested a missile weapons researcher for allegedly selling military technology to China. Huo-Ang-Cheng-An, 55, was working at a military institute and is accused…
No Sign of Freedom for Aung San Suu Kyi
Aung San Suu Kyi remains under house arrest in Burma with no signs of freedom after six months. She was detained following political clashes and…
USS Cole Sets Sail for the Mediterranean After Repairs
The USS Cole, which was severely damaged in a terrorist attack in Yemen three years ago, has completed repairs costing $250 million and is now…
Issuance of Indictment for Suspect in Turkey Bombings - 2003-11-30
A man has been indicted in Turkey for his role in a series of suicide bombings that killed 61 people. He was arrested while attempting…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report on the Arrest of an Algerian in Germany - 2003-11-29
Mahjoub Abdelrazak, an Algerian, has been arrested in Germany in connection with individuals who are subject to an arrest warrant from an Italian prosecutor. This…
Arrest of a Man Suspected of Ordering an Attack on One of Two Synagogues in Istanbul
A man has been arrested in Turkey for allegedly ordering a suicide attack on a synagogue. This incident is part of a series of attacks…
New Case Filed Against Ahmad Batebi - 2003-11-29
Ahmad Batebi's father announced new charges against his son, raising concerns about his health in prison. Batebi, previously sentenced for his activism, was recently abducted…
Report by Shahid: Arrest of Terrorists in Europe and Conclusion of Ben Said's Trial - 2003-11-28
Several terrorists were arrested in Europe, coinciding with the conclusion of the trial of Ben Said. This event highlights ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in Europe and…
Arrest of Four Suspects by Italian and German Police
Italian and German police arrested four suspects linked to al-Qaeda for allegedly recruiting militants for suicide attacks in Iraq. The arrests occurred in Hamburg and…
British Police Arrest Two Men on Suspicion of Planning a Terrorist Operation
British police arrested two men suspected of planning a terrorist attack, with one linked to al-Qaeda. The arrests were made under anti-terrorism laws, highlighting ongoing…
Three More Charged in Connection with Bombing in Turkey - 2003-11-27
Three additional suspects have been charged in relation to a deadly suicide bombing in Istanbul that resulted in 58 fatalities. Nine other suspects were also…
Interrogation of 18 More Individuals Suspected of Involvement in Recent Bombings in Istanbul - 2003-11-26
Turkish security officials have arrested 4 more suspects linked to recent suicide bombings in Istanbul, following the interrogation of 18 others. The investigations are ongoing,…
Saudi Officials Kill Two Suspects After Preventing Car Bomb Explosion
Saudi officials thwarted a car bomb attack in Riyadh and killed two suspects. The militants aimed to strike during the Eid al-Fitr holiday. This incident…
Leaders of the Shiite Community in Iraq Protest New Power Transfer Plan - 2003-11-26
Leaders of the Shiite community in Iraq have protested a new power transfer plan that they believe delays elections and undermines the role of the…
Arrest of a Local Leader of the Al-Qaeda Terror Network in Yemen - 2003-11-25
Yemeni security forces arrested Muhammad Hamdi Al-Ahdal, a local Al-Qaeda leader, after a prolonged search. He is known for orchestrating significant attacks, including the bombing…
Grenade Attack on Hotel in Kirkuk, Northern Iraq - 2003-11-25
A grenade attack on the Palace Hotel in Kirkuk injured three individuals, including two security guards. The attack highlights ongoing security challenges in Iraq, particularly…
Turkish Court Charges 9 Individuals in Connection with Istanbul Suicide Bombings
A Turkish court has charged 9 individuals linked to recent suicide bombings in Istanbul that resulted in significant casualties. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities…
UK Warns of Further Terrorist Attacks in Turkey - 2003-11-25
The UK has warned of potential imminent terrorist attacks in Turkey, advising citizens to cancel non-essential travel. This follows the charging of nine individuals linked…
Under the Microscope: Commemoration of the Forouhar Family - Arrest of Seventy Iranian Pilgrims in Iraq - 2003-11-24
A commemoration ceremony for the Forouhar family took place in Tehran, attended by many people. Meanwhile, seventy Iranian pilgrims were arrested by U.S. forces in…
Malaysian Police Release Four Detained Students
Malaysian police released four students detained on suspicion of terrorism links after being expelled from Pakistan. They were part of a larger group, with nine…
Release of Five Senior Officials from the National League for Democracy in Burma - 2003-11-24
Five senior officials from the National League for Democracy in Burma were released after six months in prison, while their leader Aung San Suu Kyi…
Six Suspected Rebels Killed in Aceh Conflict in Indonesia
Indonesian military forces killed six suspected rebels and arrested four others in Aceh. This follows a change in military leadership, with General Bambang Darmono expressing…
One Killed and Four Injured in Protests by Former Afghan Defense Ministry Employees
Protests by former employees of Afghanistan's Ministry of Defense resulted in one death and four injuries as they demanded overdue salaries and job assistance. The…
Zimbabwean Government Suppresses Anti-Government Protesters - 2003-11-23
The Zimbabwean government is cracking down on anti-government protests, leading to arrests of demonstrators and criticism from international organizations. The situation has intensified since the…
Five Pakistani Men Released from U.S. Military Detention at Guantanamo Bay
Five Pakistani men have been released from Guantanamo Bay and returned to Islamabad, where they will be interrogated before reuniting with their families. They were…
Turkey's Government Will Continue Investigation into Suicide Bombings in Istanbul
The Turkish government is actively investigating recent suicide bombings in Istanbul, with Prime Minister Erdoğan condemning the involvement of Turkish citizens. Thousands have demonstrated in…
Reuters: An incendiary bomb was thrown at the British Embassy in Tehran
An incendiary bomb was thrown at the British Embassy in Tehran, causing no injuries and minimal damage. This incident occurred amidst a wave of suicide…
Michael Jackson Released from Jail - 2003-11-21
Michael Jackson was arrested on charges of child molestation and released on a $3 million bail. His lawyer claims the allegations are false. This incident…
Turkish Officials: Several Arrested on Suspicion of Involvement in Recent Bombings
Several individuals have been arrested in Turkey on suspicion of involvement in deadly bombings in Istanbul that killed 27 people. The U.S. and Britain have…
Body of a United Nations Employee Buried in Kabul
Bettina Goislard, a French UN employee, was shot and killed in Afghanistan and buried in Kabul. The incident highlights ongoing violence in the region, with…
Clashes Between Hundreds of South Korean Farmers and Police - 2003-11-19
Hundreds of South Korean farmers clashed with police during a protest against government plans to open agricultural markets. The farmers, numbering at least 50,000, demanded…
President Bush's Speech in Britain - 2003-11-19
President Bush delivered a speech in Britain defending the Iraq war as a necessary action after failed diplomacy, while urging global democracy promotion. He praised…
Colin Powell: Washington Accelerates Cases of Detainees at U.S. Naval Base in Guantanamo Bay
Colin Powell announced that the U.S. is speeding up the processing of detainees at Guantanamo Bay. He faced pressure from European Union foreign ministers regarding…
UN Refugee Agency Evacuates Foreign Staff from Eastern and Southern Afghanistan - 2003-11-18
The UN Refugee Agency is pulling out its foreign staff from eastern and southern Afghanistan following the killing of a French aid worker in Ghazni.…
Thousands March in Athens to Commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Student Uprising
Thousands of protesters in Athens commemorated the 30th anniversary of the student uprising against the military regime, marching from the Polytechnic University to the U.S.…
Pakistan Says It Will Continue Its Crackdown on Islamic Militants - 2003-11-17
Pakistan has announced it will continue its crackdown on Islamic militants and block their financial resources. The U.S. has expressed concerns about the re-emergence of…
UN Refugee Agency Suspends Aid Operations in Ghazni Province, Afghanistan
The UN Refugee Agency has halted operations in Ghazni, Afghanistan, after a French aid worker was killed. This suspension reflects ongoing security concerns in the…
Ahmad Batebi is in the custody of Mortazavi
Ahmad Batebi's father claims his son is in custody of Judge Mortazavi, contradicting reports of his departure from Iran. Batebi, previously imprisoned for political activism,…
Pakistan has arrested dozens of Islamic activists
Pakistan has arrested numerous Islamic activists, including Allama Sajid Naqvi, a leader of a banned Shia group linked to the assassination of a Sunni cleric.…
Grenade Attack in a Crowded Area of Bogotá, the Capital of Colombia - 2003-11-16
A grenade attack in a busy area of Bogotá has left one dead and over seventy injured, with police arresting one suspect and searching for…
Afghan Foreign Minister Modifies Criticism of Pakistan
Afghan Foreign Minister Dr. Abdullah Abdullah has softened his stance on Pakistan's role in Taliban attacks after meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell.…
German Supreme Court Allows Yemeni Suspect to be Extradited to the U.S.
The German Supreme Court has permitted the extradition of Sheikh Mohammed Ali Hassan al-Mu'id, a Yemeni man linked to al-Qaeda, to the U.S. for his…
U.S. Soldiers Arrest Two Iraqis During Attack on Tikrit - 2003-11-13
U.S. soldiers arrested two Iraqis suspected of involvement in a helicopter attack that killed six American soldiers. The arrests occurred during military operations in Tikrit,…
US: American Soldiers Kill Two Suspected Insurgents and Arrest Several Others in Baghdad - 2003-11-13
American soldiers killed two suspected insurgents and arrested several others in Baghdad as part of a new initiative to target those attacking coalition forces. The…
American Soldiers Launch Attack Against Insurgents in Iraq - 2003-11-13
American soldiers conducted military operations against insurgents in Iraq following a deadly bombing that killed Italian soldiers. The actions resulted in casualties among the insurgents…
Britain: Soleimanpour Will Not Be Extradited to Argentina - 2003-11-13
The British government has decided not to extradite Hadi Soleimanpour, a former Iranian diplomat accused of involvement in a deadly bombing in Argentina. This decision…
Denial of Arrests of Suspects in Riyadh Suicide Attack
The Saudi Interior Minister denied reports of arrests related to a recent suicide attack in Riyadh that killed 17 people. An Al-Qaeda operative has claimed…
Four Iraqis Killed in Basra Explosion - 2003-11-11
An explosion in Basra killed four Iraqis, with another bomb injuring six in Baghdad. U.S. forces have detained individuals suspected of ties to al-Qaeda, though…
Disappearance of an Iranian Activist Student Following Meeting with Human Rights Commission Envoy - 2003-11-11
Ahmad Batebi, an Iranian activist student, has disappeared after meeting with a UN human rights envoy during a prison leave. His case highlights ongoing concerns…
Arrests of Suspects in Saudi Arabia - 2003-11-11
Saudi security forces arrested several suspects linked to a bomb explosion in Riyadh that killed at least 17 people. King Fahd has promised to aggressively…
Over Two Hundred Arrested in Indonesia Awaiting the End of the World
Indonesian police arrested over 200 members of an unknown Christian sect who were waiting for the world to end. Their prediction failed, prompting police action…
Opposition Leader in Mauritania Arrested for Attempted Coup - 2003-11-10
Mohamed Ould Haidalla, the opposition leader in Mauritania, was arrested for allegedly planning a coup after losing the presidential election. Current President Maaouiya Ould Sid'Ahmed…
Five Palestinians Killed in Various Clashes with Israeli Soldiers
Five Palestinians were killed in clashes with Israeli soldiers, including a 10-year-old boy. Amjad Abidi, a member of the Islamic Jihad, was arrested on suspicion…
Temporary Closure of U.S. Diplomatic Centers in Saudi Arabia - 2003-11-07
The U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia is temporarily closing its diplomatic missions due to credible terrorist threats. American citizens in the region are advised to…
An American Air Force Translator Officially Charged with Espionage - 2003-11-07
Ahmad al-Halabi, an American Air Force translator, has been charged with espionage related to his work with Guantanamo detainees. He faces multiple charges, including aiding…
France to Consider Sending New Delegation to Guantanamo Bay
France is seeking detailed information from the U.S. about accusations against six French citizens detained at Guantanamo Bay. The French government is considering sending a…
Mr. Misbahi: The Tehran government was responsible for the 1994 bombing in Buenos Aires
A former Iranian intelligence official testified that the Tehran government was responsible for the 1994 Buenos Aires bombing that killed 85 people. The Iranian government…
Signing an Online Petition for the Release of Dariush Zahedi - 2003-11-06
Dariush Zahedi, a professor at UC Berkeley, was arrested in July 2003 during a private meeting in Tehran and has been held without charges since.…
American Soldiers Arrest Two Iraqi Generals in Fallujah - 2003-11-06
American soldiers have arrested two Iraqi generals in Fallujah, accused of supporting insurgents. This comes amid ongoing attacks on U.S. military convoys in Iraq, highlighting…
Arrest of Al-Qaeda Suspect Near Belfast, Ireland - 2003-11-05
A North African man suspected of ties to Al-Qaeda has been arrested near Belfast, Ireland. The police have received judicial permission to interrogate him for…
Official Visit of Vladimir Putin to Italy Begins
Vladimir Putin has started an official visit to Italy, seeking closer ties with the EU. Discussions with Italian President Carlo Ciampi highlighted progress on global…
Microsoft Offers Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars in Cash Rewards
Microsoft is offering substantial cash rewards for information on individuals responsible for two major computer viruses. The initiative aims to combat widespread disruption caused by…
Bomb Explosion at Turkish Embassy in The Hague - 2003-11-04
A bomb exploded at the Turkish Embassy in The Hague, causing no injuries. The assailant, who entered as a visa applicant, fled after the explosion…
Two Sons of Ayatollah Montazeri Released Hours After Arrest
Ahmad and Saeed Montazeri, sons of the prominent cleric Ayatollah Montazeri, were arrested for trying to access a building designated for educational expansion but were…
Arrest of Ahmad and Saeed, Sons of Ayatollah Montazeri - 2003-11-03
Ahmad and Saeed Montazeri, sons of the dissenting cleric Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri, were arrested by security agents in Qom while attempting to access a…
Release of Two Iranian Documentary Filmmakers from Um Qasr Prison
Two Iranian documentary filmmakers, Saeed Abou Taleb and Soheil Karimi, were released after being detained for four months by U.S. forces in Iraq. They were…
Members of Zimbabwe's Government Media Commission Oppose Court Ruling
Members of Zimbabwe's Government Media Commission are opposing a court ruling that requires them to issue a publishing license to the critical Daily News. The…
Saudi Arabia to Broadcast Sessions of the Consultative Council on Television for the First Time
Saudi Arabia will start broadcasting parts of the Consultative Council sessions on television, aiming to foster a more open political atmosphere. This move follows recent…
Pakistan to Release 74 Indian Fishermen as a Gesture of Goodwill
Pakistan will release 74 Indian fishermen to improve diplomatic relations. This move follows previous releases and is part of ongoing efforts to ease tensions over…