December 2003
Amir Kabir University Students' Hunger Strike for Bam Earthquake Victims Ends
Students at Amir Kabir University ended their hunger strike against the acceptance of paying students by donating their meals to Bam earthquake victims. This action…
Second Round of Presidential Elections in Guatemala Takes Place Today - 2003-12-28
Guatemala is holding its second round of presidential elections today, with Oscar Berger and Alvaro Colom as the main candidates. The election is significant as…
Israel to Renew Targeting and Killing of Suspected Palestinian Militants
In response to a suicide bombing near Tel Aviv, Israel plans to renew its operations targeting and killing suspected Palestinian militants, specifically focusing on the…
Explosion at a Bus Station in the Suburbs of Tel Aviv - 2003-12-25
A Palestinian suicide bomber attacked a bus station near Tel Aviv, killing himself and three others, while Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed a militant leader…
Three American Soldiers Killed in Bomb Explosion North of Baghdad - 2003-12-24
Three American soldiers were killed in a roadside bomb explosion in northern Baghdad, and four others died in a separate suicide bombing in northern Iraq.…
Life and Progress in America: Iraq's National Symphony Orchestra Performed in Washington - 2003-12-21
Iraq's National Symphony Orchestra held a performance in Washington, D.C., alongside the National Symphony Orchestra of America, in the presence of President Bush. This event…
Interview with Mr. Hassan Zarazadeh Ardashir, Spokesman of the Democratic Front of Iran - 2003-12-21
Behrouz Abbasi interviewed Hassan Zarazadeh Ardashir about a student organization's announcement to boycott the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran. This discussion highlights the political engagement…
Discussion on December 18, 2003: Conversation with the Wives of Imprisoned Journalists - 2003-12-19
On December 18, 2003, Narges Mohammadi and Mahbubeh Tabarzadi, wives of imprisoned journalists, discussed pressing issues in Iran and the upcoming parliamentary elections. Their conversation…
Central Council Member of the Participation Front: Why Should We Vote in a System That Claims Its Legitimacy Does Not Come from the People?
Hosseini Mojahid from the Participation Front criticized the legitimacy of the Iranian political system, questioning why citizens should vote when their votes are deemed unimportant.…
Iran's Representative to Sign Additional Protocol Tomorrow - 2003-12-17
Iran's representative is set to sign the Additional Protocol to the NPT treaty tomorrow, as confirmed by Reza Aghazadeh and President Mohammad Khatami. The signing…
Clashes in Southern Philippines Leave 13 Dead
Clashes in the southern Philippines resulted in 13 deaths, including 4 soldiers, amid rising tensions that threaten upcoming peace negotiations to end a long-standing separatist…
Concerns of the Participation Party of Iran Over Candidate Disqualifications - 2003-12-13
The leader of Iran's main reformist party, Mohammad Reza Khatami, has urged election officials to approve their candidates for the upcoming parliamentary elections. He warned…
President Bush Describes the Fall of Saddam Hussein's Regime as an Achievement of His Administration - 2003-12-13
President Bush highlighted the fall of Saddam Hussein's regime as a key achievement of his administration in his weekly address. He emphasized the government's actions…
Iranian Refugees in Switzerland Go on Hunger Strike
Around 50 Iranian asylum seekers in Switzerland have initiated an indefinite hunger strike to demand the approval of their asylum requests due to the current…
Why is the Trafficking of Iranian Girls to Sheikhdoms Overlooked So Easily?
Fariba Davoodi Mohajer highlighted the serious issue of trafficking Iranian girls to Gulf Sheikhdoms during a recent event, linking it to broader societal issues such…
Discussion of December 11, 2003: Interview with Kianoush Mahdi Sanjari by Behrouz Abbasi
Behrouz Abbasi interviews Kianoush Mahdi Sanjari regarding the student movement and the upcoming parliamentary elections in Iran. This conversation highlights the role of student organizations…
At least 5 killed in clashes in Kandahar - 2003-12-11
On December 11, 2003, clashes in Kandahar resulted in the deaths of at least five individuals, including three guards and two Afghan soldiers, during an…
Clashes Between UN Peacekeepers and Former Liberian Government Fighters - 2003-12-10
Clashes occurred in Monrovia between UN peacekeepers and former fighters of the Liberian government, resulting in at least 9 deaths. The violence is linked to…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Iranian Demonstrations in Oslo, Interview with Mr. Yavar Etemad - 2003-12-09
A group of Iranians demonstrated in front of the Nobel Institute in Oslo, with reports provided by Nasrin Mahdavi. The article includes an interview with…
Report by Shahid: Student Protests and Gasoline Shortages in Iran Top the News - 2003-12-08
Student protests and severe gasoline shortages are dominating the news in Iran, despite the country being a major oil producer. This situation highlights the disconnect…
According to a report, Al-Qaeda is transferring most of its terrorist operations to Iraq - 2003-12-08
A report indicates that Al-Qaeda is shifting its operations to Iraq, viewing it as a new battlefield against the U.S. This information comes from Taliban…
One Muslim Guerrilla in the Philippines Arrested - 2003-12-07
Galib Andang, a commander of the Abu Sayyaf group in the Philippines, was arrested for his alleged involvement in the kidnapping of a Malaysian tourist…
U.S. Secretary of State: The Roadmap for Middle East Peace is Not Dead
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell asserts that the Roadmap for Middle East peace is still viable while also engaging with proponents of the Geneva…
South Korea to Send More Troops to Iraq Upon Parliamentary Approval - 2003-12-03
South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun announced plans to send more troops to Iraq following parliamentary approval, emphasizing the need for South Korea to support U.S.…
The Sacrifice
The article discusses Andrei Tarkovsky's film 'The Sacrifice,' created while he faced his own mortality. The film explores themes of love, humanity, and the lack…
Under the Microscope: Mohammad Reza Khatami's Remarks on the Corruption of the Totalitarian Faction - 2003-12-02
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses key issues raised by Mohammad Reza Khatami regarding political corruption and the reintroduction of candidates to the Guardian Council. The…
An American Soldier Killed Today in West Baghdad - 2003-12-01
An American soldier was killed in west Baghdad following a coordinated attack on a money convoy. The incident highlights ongoing violence in the region, particularly…