December 2002
Fire in a Prison in Iran Leaves 27 Dead and 50 Injured - 2002-12-30
A fire in a prison in northern Iran resulted in 27 deaths and 50 injuries. The incident is believed to have been caused by an…
Pervez Musharraf Asks Mohammad Khatami to Assist India and Pakistan in Resolving Kashmir Issue - 2002-12-24
Pervez Musharraf has asked Iranian President Mohammad Khatami to mediate in the Kashmir conflict between India and Pakistan during Khatami's visit to Pakistan. Khatami emphasized…
Jacques Monsieur Convicted in Brussels Court
Jacques Monsieur has been convicted in a Brussels court for illegally selling arms to the Iranian government, receiving a 40-month prison sentence and a fine.…
Bill to Lift Ban on Satellite Dishes in Iran
The Iranian reformist parliament has passed a bill to legalize satellite dishes, which were previously banned and widely ignored. This change allows for the broadcasting…
News and Opinions: Between Two Drops of Water, Sometimes the Distance is an Ocean - 2002-12-15
A demonstration in Paris called for support of Iranian youth and students, coinciding with a radio appeal from Iranian authorities for parents to care for…
Interview with Ms. Ladan Boroumand Regarding the Assassination of Shahpour Bakhtiar - 2002-12-13
The article discusses an interview with Ladan Boroumand about a recent court ruling related to the assassination of Shahpour Bakhtiar, the last Prime Minister of…
Hezbollah Leader Calls for New Suicide Terror Attacks Worldwide - 2002-12-09
Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah, has called for new suicide attacks globally, encouraging Palestinians to carry out bombings. This statement highlights Hezbollah's ongoing commitment…
Under the Microscope: Student Day and Student Gatherings - 2002-12-07
On Student Day, the Iranian government has denied permission for student gatherings, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding student activism. Additionally, Ahmad Chalabi, a prominent opposition figure…
Under the Microscope: Mr. Khatami Will Not Be Present Among Students on Student Day
Mr. Khatami announced in a press conference that he will not attend the Student Day events on December 7. Additionally, Dr. Shoaleh Saadi, a former…