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November 2003
Rebels in Ivory Coast Negotiating with Government - 2003-11-30
Rebels in Ivory Coast are negotiating with the government for increased power for the Prime Minister, citing violations of a peace agreement by President Laurent…
A Grand Concert to Raise Funds for the Fight Against AIDS in South Africa - 2003-11-30
A grand concert was held in Cape Town to raise funds for AIDS awareness, featuring Nelson Mandela and international artists. Mandela emphasized the ongoing struggle…
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…
Saudi Police Seizes Truck Carrying 2 Tons of Explosives - 2003-11-27
Saudi police intercepted a truck loaded with 2 tons of explosives intended for an attack during Eid al-Fitr. The seizure occurred after police killed two…
Romania Offers Eleven Iraqi Athletes Training Opportunities in the Country
Romania has invited eleven Iraqi athletes to train in their country ahead of the 2004 Athens Olympics, with support from Romanian sports officials and the…
Saeed Abotaleb and Soheil Karimi Returned to Iran - 2003-11-24
Saeed Abotaleb and Soheil Karimi, two Iranian cameramen detained by U.S. forces in Iraq, have been released and returned to Iran. Their release highlights ongoing…
John Allen Muhammad Sentenced to Death for Murder and Terrorism
John Allen Muhammad has been sentenced to death for committing murder and terrorism through a series of shootings in Washington. The jury found him guilty…
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…
Website of Abdolali Adib Boroumand, National Poet - 2003-11-22
The article discusses the website dedicated to Abdolali Adib Boroumand, a prominent national poet of Iran. It highlights the importance of his contributions to Persian…
Report Witness: Reporters Without Borders Meeting on the Murder of Zahra Kazemi - 2003-11-21
Reporters Without Borders convened in Paris to discuss the circumstances surrounding the death of Iranian-Canadian journalist Zahra Kazemi. This meeting highlights ongoing concerns about press…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Amba Ligabo - 2003-11-20
Amba Ligabo, a UN Human Rights Commission reporter, discusses the disparity between promises made to him in Iran regarding freedom of expression and the actual…
Diplomatic Efforts to Restore Peace Process in Ivory Coast - 2003-11-17
Diplomatic efforts are being made to restart the peace process in Ivory Coast, which has stalled due to rebel accusations against President Gbagbo. Negotiators aim…
Rebels in Ivory Coast Declare State of Emergency in Controlled Areas - 2003-11-17
Rebels in Ivory Coast have declared a state of emergency in their controlled areas, accusing President Gbagbo of attempting to reignite civil war. This follows…
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,…
Voters in Southern Louisiana Elect First Female Governor
Voters in Louisiana elected Kathleen Blanco as the first female governor, defeating Republican Bobby Jindal. This election is significant as it marks a return of…
Some CIA Officials: Guerrilla Warfare Against U.S. Forces in Iraq Was Planned Before the War - 2003-11-16
U.S. intelligence officials are increasingly asserting that the guerrilla warfare against U.S. forces in Iraq was pre-planned before the war. This claim is supported by…
Suicide Bombing at Two Jewish Synagogues in Istanbul Leaves Dozens Dead and Injured - 2003-11-15
A coordinated suicide bombing at two Jewish synagogues in Istanbul resulted in at least 23 deaths and around 300 injuries. An extremist Islamic group claimed…
Senior American Official: IAEA Conclusion is Incredible - 2003-11-13
A senior U.S. official, John Bolton, criticized the IAEA's conclusion that there is no evidence of Iran seeking nuclear weapons, calling it unbelievable. This statement…
The Age of Prostitution in Iran Has Reached 13 Years
A social harm expert revealed that the age of entry into prostitution in Iran has dropped to 13 years, with an estimated 300,000 to 600,000…
Under the Microscope: Ligabo's Meeting with Families of Political Prisoners - 2003-11-11
Mr. Ligabo, the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights, met with families of political prisoners in Iran, prompting reactions from the Iranian regime. The U.S.…
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…
Political Prisoners in Iran Meet with UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression
Political prisoners in Iran, including Hashim Aghajari, met with UN Special Rapporteur Ambeyi Ligabo to discuss their cases. This meeting highlights ongoing human rights concerns…
Ligabo to Iranian Officials: Release Political Prisoners
UN diplomat Ayub Ligabo has called on Iranian authorities to release political prisoners and review their cases. He met with detainees who reported human rights…
Response of Hezbollah Leader Regarding Prisoner Exchange Plan with Israel - 2003-11-10
Hezbollah's leader insists that any prisoner exchange with Israel must include all Lebanese detainees. Israel has proposed a deal that excludes a high-profile Lebanese prisoner,…
Israeli Cabinet Approves Prisoner Exchange with Hezbollah
The Israeli cabinet has approved a prisoner exchange with Hezbollah, agreeing to release 400 prisoners in exchange for Israeli businessman Elhanan Tannenbaum, who was kidnapped…
Cambodian King Calls for Nationwide Unity Amid Ongoing Political Crisis
King Norodom Sihanouk of Cambodia has called for unity as the country faces a political crisis following inconclusive elections. The ruling party won but lacks…
Meeting of Families of Political Prisoners in Iran with the Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression
Families of political prisoners in Iran met with UN Special Rapporteur Ambeyi Ligabo to discuss the conditions and treatment of their loved ones. They raised…
At least 8 killed in clashes in northeastern India
At least 8 individuals were killed in violent clashes between armed militants and villagers in Assam, India. The conflict arose when villagers tried to block…
Former Tennis Star Confesses to Drug Addiction
Boris Becker, a former tennis champion, has confessed to a long-term addiction to drugs and alcohol in his upcoming autobiography. He discusses the pressures of…
Reporters Without Borders Calls for the Release of 11 Imprisoned Journalists in Iran - 2003-11-06
Reporters Without Borders has called for the unconditional release of 11 imprisoned journalists in Iran following the visit of UN Special Rapporteur Ambeyi Ligabo. The…
President Bush to Sign Abortion Ban Bill
President Bush is set to sign a bill that bans abortions after fourteen weeks, marking a significant victory for anti-abortion advocates. This is the first…
Alireza Rezaei's Participation in the Yarygin Cup
Alireza Rezaei, an Iranian heavyweight wrestler, is traveling to Moscow to compete in the Yarygin Cup despite recent injuries and limited training. He emphasizes the…
Possibility of Prisoner Exchange Between Israel and Hezbollah - 2003-11-05
Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is seeking cabinet approval for a potential prisoner exchange with Hezbollah, facilitated by German mediators. The exchange could involve the…
Visit of the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression to Iran - 2003-11-04
The UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression, Ambeyi Ligabo, has arrived in Iran for a visit from November 4 to November 10 to meet…
US Green Card Lottery - 2003-11-03
The US Green Card Lottery for 2005 has opened for applications, allowing approximately 50,000 individuals from various countries, including Iranians, to apply for free green…
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…
Two Kenyan Runners Win New York Marathon in Men's and Women's Categories - 2003-11-03
Two Kenyan runners, Martin Lel and Margaret Okayo, won the men's and women's categories of the New York Marathon. Lel finished in 2:10:30, while Okayo…
Signing of Peace Agreement Between the Government of Burundi and Its Rebels - 2003-11-02
A peace agreement has been signed between the government of Burundi and its largest rebel group, ending a ten-year civil war. The transitional government is…
Interview with Dr. Ghasem Abolghasem Nejad, Orthopedic Surgeon and Upper Limb Specialist - 2003-11-01
Dr. Ghasem Abolghasem Nejad discusses the importance of super specialists in addressing contemporary medical issues. The interview highlights the evolving landscape of medical expertise in…
A German Border Police Unit Deployed to Baghdad
A German elite border police unit has been deployed to Baghdad to protect water experts involved in reconstruction efforts amid rising fears of insurgent attacks.…