November 2002
Arrest of Four Student Leaders - 2002-11-26
Four student leaders were arrested in Iran following a government ban on protests amid rising tensions over a death sentence for reformist professor Hashem Aghajari.…
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…
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…
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 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…
Hundreds Demonstrate in Front of Tehran University Demanding the Execution of Aghajari - 2002-11-15
Hundreds rallied in front of Tehran University demanding the execution of Hashem Aghajari, a professor sentenced to death for criticizing the clerical regime. This event…
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…
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…
Radio Voice of the Islamic Republic stated that the ruling against Aghajari is an internal matter
The Iranian court sentenced reformist activist Hashem Aghajari to death for insulting Islam, prompting serious concern from the U.S. government. Aghajari's statements advocating for a…
Death Sentence for Hashem Aghajari - 2002-11-07
Hashem Aghajari, a reformist scholar in Iran, has been sentenced to death for allegedly insulting the Prophet Muhammad and challenging conservative interpretations of Islam. His…