July 2003
European Commission Welcomes Reforms in Turkey - 2003-07-31
The European Commission has expressed support for Turkey's recent legal reforms aimed at diminishing military influence in politics, viewing it as a crucial step towards…
Tehran Among the Cheapest Cities in the World - 2003-07-29
A report by The Economist Intelligence Unit reveals that Tehran is one of the cheapest cities globally, with living costs significantly lower than in Tokyo.…
Maryam Rajavi Appears in French Anti-Terrorism Court - 2003-07-29
Maryam Rajavi, leader of the Mojahedin-e Khalq Organization, appeared in a French court for questioning related to her group's activities after being arrested during a…
European Commission Affirms Commitment to Assist Cuba
The European Commission has reiterated its commitment to aid Cuba, despite Fidel Castro's rejection of such assistance. Castro criticized the EU in a recent address,…
UN Human Rights Rapporteur Will Not Visit Iran
The UN Human Rights Rapporteur's visit to Iran has been postponed by the Islamic Republic. This decision reflects ongoing tensions between Iran and international human…
The European Union Warns the Islamic Republic Strongly - 2003-07-22
The European Union has issued a strong warning to the Islamic Republic concerning its nuclear program and human rights issues. The EU ministers plan to…
Interview with Dr. Mehrdad Darvishpour on European Policy Towards the Islamic Republic - 2003-07-20
Dr. Mehrdad Darvishpour discusses the demands of Iranian democracy advocates and student movements for the European Union to change its approach towards the Islamic Republic.…
German Foreign Minister's Satisfaction with Results of His Trip to the United States - 2003-07-19
German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer expressed satisfaction with the outcomes of his recent trip to the United States, emphasizing the importance of a strong European…
Jacques Chirac Calls for Negotiations Between Armenia and Azerbaijan to Resolve Disputes - 2003-07-16
French President Jacques Chirac has urged Armenia and Azerbaijan to engage in negotiations to settle their territorial disputes over Nagorno-Karabakh. This call came during a…
Cyprus Parliament in Nicosia Approves EU Accession Treaty - 2003-07-16
The Parliament of Cyprus has approved the treaty for joining the EU, with the island set to officially become a member in May alongside nine…
Nelson Mandela Calls Global Fight Against AIDS a Failure
Nelson Mandela criticized the global response to AIDS as a failure during a speech at the International AIDS Conference in Paris, urging European leaders to…
Cyprus Parliament Unanimously Approves Membership in the European Union - 2003-07-14
The Cyprus Parliament has unanimously approved the country's membership in the EU, set to take effect in May alongside nine other nations. However, EU benefits…
The European Union Once Again Urges Iran to Cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency
The European Union has reiterated its call for Iran to cooperate with the IAEA on its nuclear program. Italian Foreign Minister Franco Frattini communicated this…
Increased European Support for Mahmoud Abbas - 2003-07-12
European support for Palestinian Prime Minister Mahmoud Abbas is being emphasized, with Italy's Foreign Minister urging EU countries to strengthen his role in the peace…
Young Iranians Appeal to the European Union
Young Iranians have written a letter to the European Union seeking support for democracy and human rights in Iran. This appeal highlights the aspirations of…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Italy's Presidency of the European Union - 2003-07-01
Italy is set to take over the presidency of the European Union for six months, but the controversial background of its Prime Minister has caused…
Italy Takes Over the Rotating Presidency of the European Union
Italy has assumed the rotating presidency of the EU, raising concerns about Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's ability to lead due to his ongoing trial for…
Amnesty International Calls for the Release of Condemned Journalists in Laos
Amnesty International and U.S. officials are calling for the release of two European journalists and their American-Laotian translator who were sentenced to 15 years in…
Three MEK Supporters on Hunger Strike in Front of French Embassy in Nicosia
Three supporters of the MEK are on a hunger strike in Nicosia to protest the imprisonment of their leader, Maryam Rajavi, who is accused of…