December 2003
Under the Microscope: Iran's Reaction to the U.S. Secretary of State's Remarks on Aid to Earthquake Victims - 2003-12-31
The program discusses Iran's officials' reactions to the U.S. Secretary of State's positive remarks about Iran accepting aid for earthquake victims. It also touches on…
Report by Shahid: Presence of Two Officials of the Islamic Republic in Bam - 2003-12-30
Two officials of the Islamic Republic visited Bam, and it was announced that Ayatollah Khamenei organized a memorial service for earthquake victims in Tehran. This…
Approximately 28,000 Bodies Buried in Bam to Date - 2003-12-30
A devastating earthquake in Bam has led to approximately 28,000 bodies being buried, with officials warning that the final death toll could reach 50,000. Rescue…
Visit of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Mohammad Khatami to the Earthquake-Stricken Areas of Bam - 2003-12-29
A devastating earthquake in Bam, Iran, has resulted in the death of twenty-five thousand people, with ongoing searches for survivors. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President…
A U.S. Air Force Cargo Plane with a 9-Ton Shipment Lands in Kerman
A U.S. Air Force cargo plane delivered 9 tons of aid to Iran in response to a request for assistance following an earthquake in Bam.…
Reza Pahlavi: The Iranian Army is in the Best Position to Establish a Relief Headquarters for the Earthquake Victims of Bam
Reza Pahlavi emphasizes the capability of the Iranian Army to assist earthquake victims in Bam, stating that the current situation is not about political disagreements…
Influx of Foreign Journalists to Bam, Iranian Arash - 2003-12-27
Foreign journalists are flocking to Kerman to cover the earthquake in Bam, rushing to Iranian embassies in Kuwait for visas. This influx highlights Kuwait's role…
5 to 6 Thousand People Killed in the Earthquake of the Historic City of Bam - 2003-12-26
A devastating earthquake struck the historic city of Bam, resulting in 5 to 6 thousand fatalities and 30,000 injuries. The disaster caused significant destruction, including…
Under the Microscope: Distortions and Propaganda of Newspapers Affiliated with the Supreme Leader
Dr. Ali Reza Nouri Zadeh discusses the rejection of two Guardian Council candidates by the Iranian parliament and critiques the propaganda of Supreme Leader-affiliated newspapers,…
Under the Microscope: The Health Status of Political Prisoners in Iran, the Expulsion of Mojahedin-e Khalq Members from Iraq - 2003-12-23
Dr. Ali Reza Nourizadeh discusses the alarming health conditions of political prisoners in Iran and the expulsion of Mojahedin-e Khalq members from Iraq, alongside the…
Mehranigiz Kar's Plea to Amnesty International to Save Siamak Pourzand's Life - 2003-12-23
Mehranigiz Kar is urgently seeking assistance from Amnesty International to help save her husband, Siamak Pourzand, a journalist currently imprisoned in Iran. This situation highlights…
Mohammad Khatami Criticizes France's Proposal to Ban Hijabs in Public Schools - 2003-12-23
Mohammad Khatami has criticized France's proposal to ban hijabs in public schools, asserting it infringes on religious freedoms. The Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt also condemned…
Al Jazeera's Troubling Days, Arash Irani - 2003-12-23
A senior Qatari official is seeking to reopen Al Jazeera's office in Kuwait after it was closed due to its coverage of the U.S. invasion…
Iran is set to sign the Additional Protocol today - 2003-12-18
Iran is signing the Additional Protocol of the NPT today to show its nuclear activities are peaceful. U.S. officials view this as a limited step…
Iran Signs Additional Protocol to the Non-Proliferation Treaty - 2003-12-18
Iran has signed the Additional Protocol to the Non-Proliferation Treaty, allowing IAEA inspectors unannounced access to its nuclear facilities. This move is intended to build…
Release of 41 Iranians from Iraq - 2003-12-16
41 Iranians detained by coalition forces in Iraq have been released and returned to Iran after seven months. They were described as pilgrims and aid…
Iran Calls for Saddam Hussein to be Tried in an International Court - 2003-12-15
Iran has called for Saddam Hussein to be tried in an international court for war crimes committed during the Iran-Iraq War. The Iranian government emphasizes…
Coverage of the Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony on Islamic Republic Television
The Islamic Republic Television's coverage of Shirin Ebadi receiving the Nobel Peace Prize was marked by sarcasm and a lack of respect, leading to public…
Meeting between Mohammad Khatami and Hosni Mubarak in Geneva - 2003-12-10
Mohammad Khatami of Iran met with Hosni Mubarak of Egypt in Geneva, marking the first presidential meeting between the two nations since 1979. They attended…
The European Union Will Send Its Foreign Policy Chief to Iran Next Month - 2003-12-09
The EU plans to send its foreign policy chief to Iran next month to renew negotiations on Iran's nuclear program and a trade agreement. The…
Under the Microscope: Student Day; Statements by the Head of the Judiciary; Iran's Propaganda Activities in Iraq - 2003-12-06
The article discusses the significance of Student Day in Iran, featuring statements from the Head of the Judiciary and members of the press freedom association,…
Emadeddin Baghi Sentenced to One Year in Prison
Emadeddin Baghi has been sentenced to one year in prison for promoting opposition to the Iranian regime. This ruling highlights the ongoing repression of dissent…
Shirin Ebadi: The Islamic Republic Must Grant Legal Equality to Women and Religious Minorities
Shirin Ebadi advocates for legal equality for women and religious minorities in Iran, asserting that the Constitution permits women to run for president, a view…