November 2002
Interview with Dr. Asad Homayoun about Student Protests - 2002-11-29
Dr. Asad Homayoun discusses the legal protests by Iranian students and their political demands. The interview highlights the students' push for political reform and their…
Under the Microscope: Rafsanjani's Attack on Students During Friday Prayer - 2002-11-29
In a Friday prayer sermon, Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani criticized students, reflecting tensions between the government and youth activism. This incident highlights the ongoing struggle for…
Aghajeri's Lawyer to Request Review of Death Sentence
Hashem Aghajeri, a dissident university professor sentenced to death, is facing potential execution amidst ongoing student protests in Iran. His lawyer, Saleh Nikbakht, plans to…
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…
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…
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…
French Media Reactions to Recent Events in Iran - 2002-11-16
French media have reacted to the recent events in Iran, particularly the silence of European governments on the death sentence of Aghajari. Iranian students have…
Iran in the Mirror of World Media, November 15, Commentary on Student Protests - 2002-11-16
Last week, global media highlighted student protests in Iran against political repression. The Sierra Times criticized Europe's complicity with dictatorial regimes, suggesting a decline in…
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…
Mohammad Khatami: Death Penalty Against a Dissatisfied Professor is Incorrect
Mohammad Khatami criticized the death penalty issued against professor Hashem Aghajari, marking a significant stance from a reformist leader. Aghajari was sentenced for questioning clerical…
Repercussions of Aghajari's Death Sentence in Germany - 2002-11-14
Iranian students are protesting against the death sentence of Hashem Aghajari, prompting significant coverage and analysis in German media. This situation highlights the intersection of…
Interview with Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi on Ayatollah Khamenei's Recent Threats - 2002-11-12
Dr. Ghasem Shoaleh Saadi addresses the recent threats made by Ayatollah Khamenei and the violent response from plainclothes agents against student protests. This situation highlights…
Under the Microscope: Continued Student Protests Condemning the Death Sentence for Dr. Hashem Aghajari - 2002-11-11
Student protests have continued in Iran condemning the death sentence for Dr. Hashem Aghajari. These protests reflect broader discontent with political repression and have implications…
Abbas Abdi Arrested
Abbas Abdi, a prominent reformist journalist, was arrested on the anniversary of the U.S. embassy occupation in Tehran. His arrest follows the closure of a…