December 2002
Knighted by the Queen of England - 2002-12-31
Queen Elizabeth II awarded the title of Knight to Nicholas Winton for his heroic efforts in saving hundreds of Jewish children during World War II.…
End of London Conference Delayed by One Day - 2002-12-20
The London conference aimed at discussing the future of Iraq concluded after an additional day of deliberations, with all opposition factions agreeing on the need…
Under the Microscope: The Trial of Hossein Ali Ghazian - 2002-12-18
The article discusses the closed trial of Hossein Ali Ghazian, who claims that others, not himself, had access to confidential documents. Additionally, it highlights an…
Dutch Court Acquits Suspects of Attacking American Targets in Europe - 2002-12-18
A Dutch court has acquitted four suspects linked to al-Qaeda of planning attacks on American targets in Europe due to lack of evidence. Meanwhile, police…
Alliance of Leaders of Opposition Groups Against Saddam - 2002-12-17
Iraqi opposition leaders met in London to form a united front against Saddam Hussein, establishing a 65-member committee to oversee the country after his expected…
Syrian and British Leaders Reach Agreements in London Talks - 2002-12-17
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and British Prime Minister Tony Blair held talks in London, reaching agreements on various issues but maintaining differing views on Iraq.…
Interview with Mr. Akram al-Hakim - 2002-12-16
The conference of Saddam Hussein's regime opponents in London has ended, with Mr. Akram al-Hakim discussing its outcomes. This event involved key Iraqi opposition figures…
Under the Microscope: The Right-Wing Conspiracy to Marginalize Reformists and Seize Power - 2002-12-16
The article discusses a right-wing conspiracy to undermine the reformist government in Iran by rejecting President Khatami's proposals and aligning with Ayatollah Khamenei. It also…
British Officials: The Content of Iraq's Report is Very Regrettable - 2002-12-16
British officials express regret over Iraq's report on its weapons, highlighting significant omissions that could affect Iraq's ability to avoid war. The report does not…
Meeting of Syrian President with Tony Blair in London - 2002-12-16
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad met with British Prime Minister Tony Blair in London to discuss the potential U.S. military action against Iraq. Assad warned that…
Yasser Arafat's Warning to Bin Laden - 2002-12-16
Yasser Arafat warned Osama Bin Laden against using the Palestinian cause for his terrorist activities during an interview. This interaction highlights the complexities of the…
Israel Will Not Allow Yasser Arafat to Travel to Bethlehem This Christmas Either - 2002-12-15
Israel has decided to prevent Yasser Arafat from traveling to Bethlehem during Christmas for security reasons. This decision has been criticized as a violation of…
Continuation of the Iraqi Opposition Conference to Propose a Transitional Government - 2002-12-15
Iraqi opposition leaders are meeting in London to propose a transitional government to replace Saddam Hussein. They are advocating for a coordinating committee to unify…
Iraqi Opposition Aims to Establish a Democratic Government After Saddam Hussein - 2002-12-15
Iraqi opposition leaders in London plan to create a democratic government after Saddam Hussein's removal, aiming for a representative and accountable administration. However, they face…
Negotiations Among Leaders of Saddam's Opponents Regarding Future Government Continue
Opposition leaders to Saddam Hussein are meeting in London to discuss the future government of Iraq post-Saddam. They agree on establishing a democratic government but…
Under the Microscope: The Islamic Regime's Game with Nuclear Power - 2002-12-14
The article discusses why the Islamic regime of Iran is pursuing nuclear power despite its abundant natural gas resources. It includes an interpretation by Michael…
Opposition Gathering Against Saddam Hussein's Regime in London, Interview with Dr. Nouri Zadeh - 2002-12-14
Opponents of Saddam Hussein's regime have initiated discussions in London about changing the government in Baghdad. The event includes key figures such as journalist Alireza…
Iraqi Opposition Groups Hold Conference in London
Iraqi opposition groups convened in London to strategize for a post-Saddam Iraq, focusing on transitioning to democracy. Around 350 representatives from six groups participated, despite…
Bashar al-Assad: War with Iraq Could Intensify Islamic Terrorism in the Middle East - 2002-12-13
Bashar al-Assad warns that the U.S. war against Iraq could exacerbate Islamic terrorism in the Middle East. He criticizes U.S. peace proposals as biased towards…
The News of Kennedy's Death Spread Quickly Around the World and Saddened the People
The article discusses the global reaction to the death of John F. Kennedy, highlighting the widespread mourning in cities like Paris, Berlin, and London. Kennedy's…
Interview with Mr. Amir Taheri - 2002-12-13
Nazi Baghlari interviewed Amir Taheri about an upcoming conference for Iraqi opposition groups in London. This event is significant as it highlights the dynamics of…
Ahmad Zakayev Released Until His New Court Hearing
Ahmad Zakayev, a Chechen separatist, has been released on bail by a British court until his next hearing on January 9. He was arrested upon…
Zakaev: Russia's Attempts to Capture Him Have Drawn Global Attention to Chechen Causes
Ahmad Zakaev, a Chechen separatist leader's advisor, was released on bail by Britain, prompting strong criticism from Russia. Zakaev claims that Russia's attempts to capture…
A Young Turkish Woman Wins This Year's Miss World Pageant
Azra Ekin, a young Turkish woman, won the Miss World pageant held in London after it was moved from Nigeria due to protests and riots…
Under the Microscope: Request for Reconsideration of Aghajari's Death Sentence - 2002-12-02
Mr. Aghajari, a university professor, is seeking a reconsideration of his death sentence through his lawyer. Political analyst Alireza Noori Zadeh provides insights on this…
Protests Against the Death Penalty in 60 Countries Worldwide - 2002-12-01
Opponents of the death penalty held the 'World Day Against the Death Penalty' in approximately sixty cities globally, highlighting the ongoing issue despite many countries…