October 2003
Results of the 2003-04 NBA Season Playoffs - October 31, 2003
The first round results of the 2003-04 NBA playoffs have been announced, with Indiana, New Jersey, Detroit, and Miami in the Eastern Conference and Minnesota,…
Ilham Aliyev Sworn in as New President of Azerbaijan
Ilham Aliyev has officially taken office as the new President of Azerbaijan, succeeding his father. His election, which was reported to have a high percentage…
Weekly Discussion: Behrooz Abbasi's Interview with Dr. Seyed Mohammad Seifzadeh - 2003-10-30
Behrooz Abbasi interviews Dr. Seyed Mohammad Seifzadeh, a prominent lawyer and legal scholar. The discussion likely covers important legal and political issues in Iran. This…
Shirin Ebadi's Handshake Sparks Controversy - 2003-10-30
Shirin Ebadi's handshake with a male attendee at her tribute ceremony led to significant backlash from the conservative newspaper Kayhan, which accused the event of…
Ilham Aliyev Officially Elected as President of Azerbaijan - 2003-10-28
Ilham Aliyev has been officially declared the President of Azerbaijan, succeeding his father. He won the election with 77% of the votes, but the election…
Russian Defense Minister Says Moscow and Washington Are Neither Enemies Nor Allies
Russian Defense Minister Sergey Ivanov expressed that Moscow and Washington are neither enemies nor allies, highlighting a significant lack of trust between the two nations…
The Nobel Interpreted as Patriarchal, Cartoon by Mana Neyestani, Haditunez Website - 2003-10-26
The article discusses a cartoon by Mana Neyestani that critiques the patriarchal interpretation of the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to an Iranian. The commentary by…
Political Fasting Message - 2003-10-22
Mohammad Reza Khosravi is undertaking a political fast to protest the arrests of several activists and the broader issues of repression and lack of freedom…
OSCE President Calls on Armenia and Azerbaijan to Intensify Efforts to Resolve Nagorno-Karabakh Dispute
The OSCE President has called for Armenia and Azerbaijan to enhance their efforts in resolving the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. This call comes during his visit to…
Ilham Aliyev: Order has been restored
Ilham Aliyev has declared that order has been restored in Azerbaijan after riots followed his election victory. Opponents allege electoral fraud, and the government is…
The 55th Match Between Persepolis and Esteghlal Ends with Esteghlal's Victory
Esteghlal defeated Persepolis 2-1 in their 55th encounter, held in front of over 95,000 fans at Azadi Stadium. Esteghlal's goals came from Ali Samereh and…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Hosni Mubarak Urges Turkey to Refrain from Sending Troops to Iraq - 2003-10-17
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has urged Turkey not to deploy troops to Iraq. This request highlights regional concerns regarding military involvement in Iraq following the…
University of Berkeley Launches Online Museum of Conceptual Art
The University of Berkeley has launched an online museum dedicated to conceptual art, featuring contributions from seven North American art institutions. This initiative allows broader…
Ilham Aliyev, son of Heydar Aliyev, apparently has reached the presidency of Azerbaijan - 2003-10-16
Ilham Aliyev appears to have won the presidency of Azerbaijan with 80% of the votes, while opposition leader Isa Gambar claims election fraud and declares…
Nazi Baghlari Report: Turkey Justifies Sending Troops to Iraq - 2003-10-16
Following an attack on the Turkish embassy in Baghdad, Turkish officials are asserting that sending troops to Iraq is justified. This development highlights Turkey's security…
Ms. Shirin Ebadi Arrives in Iran - 2003-10-14
Shirin Ebadi, a prominent human rights advocate and Nobel Peace Prize winner, arrived in Iran to a warm welcome from thousands of supporters who called…
Draw between England and Turkey National Football Teams in Euro 2004 Qualifiers - 2003-10-13
The England national football team played to a goalless draw against Turkey in the Euro 2004 qualifiers, ensuring their advancement to the final stage. David…
Muslim Leaders Call for Withdrawal of Foreign Forces from Iraq
Muslim leaders convened in Malaysia and demanded the immediate withdrawal of foreign troops from Iraq, emphasizing the need for UN involvement in reconstruction. Turkey is…
Sergey Ivanov: Russia's Nuclear Weapons are Solely Deterrent
Russian Defense Minister Sergey Ivanov declared that Russia's nuclear arsenal is purely for deterrence and that the country will not engage in preemptive nuclear strikes.…
Turkey's Cabinet Approves Plan to Join International Coalition in Iraq
Turkey's Cabinet has approved a plan to join the international coalition in Iraq, which will be submitted to parliament for approval. The deployment of troops…
Latest Issue of Art in Exile, Derang - 2003-10-05
The latest issue of the Iranian literary magazine 'Derang' has been released, showcasing a variety of works from prominent Iranian artists and writers in exile.…
Historical Calendar: Birth of Humphrey Bogart - 2003-10-04
The article commemorates the birth of iconic actor Humphrey Bogart on October 4, 2003. It highlights his significance in film history and cultural impact. This…
Heydar Aliyev Withdraws Presidential Candidacy in Favor of His Son
Heydar Aliyev has withdrawn his presidential candidacy to support his son, Ilham Aliyev, who is the current Prime Minister. This decision comes as Heydar Aliyev…
Amnesty International Protests the Imminent Execution of Afsaneh Nouroozi
Amnesty International is urging global action against the imminent execution of Afsaneh Nouroozi, who was convicted for killing the head of the intelligence police in…
Results of Week Four of the National Football League (NFL) - 2003-10-01
In Week Four of the NFL, Peyton Manning led the Indianapolis Colts to a dominant victory over the New Orleans Saints, throwing 6 touchdown passes.…