January 2003
Four Men Executed Publicly for Rape in Arak
Four men were executed in Arak for the kidnapping and sexual assault of a young woman. This incident highlights the strict application of Islamic law…
Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri Regains His Freedom
Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri has been released from five years of house arrest due to health concerns. He was a prominent critic of the…
Interview with Sayeh Saidi Sirjani Regarding Her Open Letter to the European Union - 2003-01-26
Sayeh Saidi Sirjani wrote an open letter to the European Parliament addressing human rights issues in Iran while Iran's Foreign Minister was in Brussels for…
International Activities of the Islamic Republic - 2003-01-23
The Islamic Republic of Iran participated in an international conference in Istanbul concerning Iraq's neighboring countries, with Mr. Kamal Kharrazi attending the European Parliament where…
Interview with Dariush Homayoun on Future Prospects - 2003-01-22
Dariush Homayoun discusses the political landscape of Iran in an interview with Voice of America. His insights reflect on the current challenges and future prospects…
Interview with Taghi Rahmani, Imprisoned Iranian Journalist - 2003-01-20
Taghi Rahmani, a journalist imprisoned for 12 years in Iran, discusses the challenges faced by journalists in the country and the influence of foreign media…
Human Rights Watch: Violations of Human Rights in the Middle East and North Africa Continue
Human Rights Watch has released a report indicating ongoing human rights violations across the Middle East and North Africa, particularly in Iran, Egypt, and Syria.…
Iranian Clerics Call for Strike in Protest Against 'Hayat-e No' Newspaper
Iranian clerics are protesting the publication of a cartoon in 'Hayat-e No' newspaper, which they claim insults Ayatollah Khomeini. The newspaper has apologized and will…
Haadi Khamenei's Explanations in Parliament Regarding the Offensive Cartoon - 2003-01-12
Haadi Khamenei defended a controversial cartoon in parliament, claiming it was not meant to insult Ayatollah Khomeini. The incident has led to the suspension of…
Newspaper Shut Down Over 65-Year-Old Cartoon
The Iranian newspaper Hayat-e No was shut down due to the publication of a 65-year-old cartoon deemed insulting to Ayatollah Khomeini by hardline clerics. The…
Minister of Information: Documents Have Confidential Stamps but No Confidential Content
The Iranian Minister of Information claims that while certain documents are stamped as confidential, they lack any actual confidential content, amidst ongoing accusations regarding the…
Under the Microscope: UN Human Rights Reporters to Visit Iran - 2003-01-08
UN human rights reporters are set to visit Iran, raising questions about the Iranian government's stance on international oversight. Dr. Nouri Zadeh discusses conflicting statements…
Inauguration of Iran and the World Exhibition in Belgium - 2003-01-08
The Iran and the Contemporary World Exhibition opened in Brussels on January 7, 2003, attended by key European cultural figures and the Iranian ambassador. This…
Under the Microscope: Mehdi Karroubi's Discontent with the Text Prepared by the Guardian Council - 2003-01-06
Mehdi Karroubi, the Speaker of Iran's Parliament, has expressed dissatisfaction with a text from the Guardian Council related to discussions he had with its members.…
Iran's Aviation Industry Will Face Serious Problems
Iran's aviation industry is on the brink of crisis due to ongoing U.S. sanctions affecting the purchase of aircraft and spare parts. Minister Ahmad Khorram…
Characteristics of the Third Force in Iran - 2003-01-01
Ali Reza Nourizadeh discusses the characteristics of the Third Force in Iran and the role of Tehran's Chief Justice, Mr. Alizadeh. This conversation highlights the…