November 2002
Iran's Judiciary Announces Review of Aghajari's Death Sentence
Iran's judiciary will review the death sentence of reformist professor Hashem Aghajari, who was condemned for criticizing the clerical regime. The decision follows a directive…
Judiciary to Review Death Sentence of Aghajari
The Iranian Judiciary will review the death sentence of Hashem Aghajari, a professor who criticized the clerical regime. This decision comes after protests from reformist…
Thousands of Basij Demonstrate in Tehran - 2002-11-24
Thousands of Basij members protested in Tehran against the U.S. and Israel while opposing student reformists. The demonstration coincided with rising political tensions as President…
Under the Microscope: Commemoration of the Forouhar Couple - 2002-11-23
Today marks the anniversary of the murder of Parvaneh and Dariush Forouhar, with commemorative ceremonies held across Iran. Reports indicate that pressure groups have attacked…
After Ayatollah Khamenei's Provocative Speech - 2002-11-22
Following a provocative speech by Ayatollah Khamenei, police and hardliners disrupted a memorial event in Tehran, leading to arrests and injuries. The protests were partly…
Tensions Rise in Iran Following Death Sentence for Reformist University Professor
Tensions in Iran escalated after a reformist professor received a death sentence, prompting protests from both reformist students and conservative extremists. The U.S. expressed concern…
Iranian Islamist Conservatives Clash with Reformist Students
Iranian Islamist conservatives clashed with reformist students at Tehran University over the demand for the release of a professor sentenced to death. The students celebrated…
Escalating Tensions in Iran - 2002-11-19
Tensions in Iran are escalating as thousands of reformist students and hardline conservatives hold separate protests in response to a death sentence for a reformist…
Iranian Students Call Government Retreat a Victory
Iranian students view the Supreme Leader's decision to review a death sentence against reformist professor Hashem Aghajari as a victory for their movement. This development…
Victory of Student Protesters in Iran - 2002-11-17
Student protesters in Iran celebrated a victory as Ayatollah Khamenei ordered a review of a death sentence against reformist professor Hashem Aghajari, who was convicted…
Khamenei Orders Judiciary to Reconsider Aghajari's Sentence - 2002-11-17
Ayatollah Khamenei has ordered the judiciary to reconsider the death sentence of Hashem Aghajari, a professor sentenced for blasphemy after protesting clerical rule. This decision…
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Orders Re-examination of Death Sentence for Aghajari
Ayatollah Khamenei has ordered a re-examination of the death sentence for professor Hashem Aghajari, who was convicted of blasphemy after questioning clerical authority. This decision…
Fifth Day of Student Protests in Iran - 2002-11-13
President Khatami criticized a death sentence against professor Hashem Aghajari, sparking ongoing student protests in Tehran for political reform and freedom of expression. This situation…
Ongoing Student Protests in Iran - 2002-11-12
Thousands of students in Iran are protesting against the death sentence of professor Hashem Aghajari, demanding political reforms and freedom of expression. The protests are…
Largest Student Protest in Tehran in Four Years - 2002-11-10
Hundreds of students in Tehran protested against the death sentence of reformist professor Hashem Aghajari, who was convicted for insulting sacred beliefs. The protest occurred…
Protests by Hundreds of Students in Front of Tehran University Dormitory - 2002-11-09
Hundreds of Iranian students protested in front of Tehran University dormitory against the death sentence issued for Hashem Agha Jari, a prominent reformist professor. This…
Limiting the Power of the Guardian Council in Disqualifying Parliamentary Candidates
The Iranian Parliament has passed a bill to restrict the Guardian Council's power to disqualify candidates without evidence. This move is significant as the Guardian…
Release of Abdollah Nouri from Prison - 2002-11-05
Abdollah Nouri, a prominent reformist and former Minister of Interior, was pardoned by Ayatollah Khamenei after the death of his brother. In contrast, Abbas Abdi,…