December 2003
Amir Kabir University Students' Hunger Strike for Bam Earthquake Victims Ends
Students at Amir Kabir University ended their hunger strike against the acceptance of paying students by donating their meals to Bam earthquake victims. This action…
One Killed in Bomb Explosion in Kashmir, India
A bomb explosion in Kashmir resulted in one death and multiple injuries. The incident was aimed at an army convoy but did not go as…
Visit of the Iraqi Minister of Youth and Sports to the National Olympic and Paralympic Academy of Iran
The Iraqi Minister of Youth and Sports visited Iran's National Olympic and Paralympic Academy to discuss expanding sports cooperation between the two countries. This visit…
Meeting of Georgia's Interim Leader with the President of Russia in Moscow - 2003-12-25
Nino Burjanadze, the interim leader of Georgia, met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss reducing tensions and the upcoming presidential elections in…
FIFA's Ruling on Two Players Accused of Doping Announced - 2003-12-24
FIFA announced sanctions against two players, Amir Azmi from Egypt and Alexander Wacke from Germany, for positive doping tests. Azmi was banned for 15 months…
Armed Men Kill Senior Judge in Mosul, Iraq
On Monday evening, armed men killed a senior judge in Mosul, Iraq, raising concerns about security in the region. U.S. forces arrested 26 individuals, potentially…
Russian Companies Plan to Invest Over $4 Billion in Iraq
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Russian companies are ready to invest over $4 billion in Iraq's reconstruction. This discussion took place during talks with…
One of Russia's Largest Liberal Opposition Parties Will Not Participate in Next Year's Presidential Election
The Yabloko party, a major liberal opposition group in Russia, has decided not to participate in the upcoming presidential election due to concerns over the…
The Uncertain Fate of Sadegh Hedayat's Manuscripts
Jahangir Hedayat, the nephew of the famous Iranian author Sadegh Hedayat, has requested the return of his uncle's manuscripts from Amir Kabir Publishing, but the…
Russia is Ready to Forgive Iraq's $8 Billion Debt to Moscow - 2003-12-19
Russia is prepared to forgive an $8 billion debt owed by Iraq as part of negotiations to reduce Iraq's overall liabilities. U.S. envoy James Baker…
Fourth Asian Club Weightlifting Championships - 2003-12-18
The first day of the fourth Asian Club Weightlifting Championships in Shenyang, China, featured Iranian weightlifters from Saipa winning multiple gold medals. Sadegh Norouzi and…
Vladimir Putin Welcomes Strengthening of Military Cooperation Between China and Russia - 2003-12-18
Vladimir Putin has expressed support for enhanced military cooperation with China during a meeting with the Chinese Defense Minister. The visit aims to strengthen military…
Vladimir Putin: Russia and the United States are Partners in the War on Terrorism
Vladimir Putin affirmed Russia's partnership with the U.S. in combating terrorism while criticizing the Iraq invasion. He stressed the need for Security Council approval for…
Vladimir Putin to Run for Second Term in Presidential Elections
Vladimir Putin has officially announced his candidacy for a second presidential term in the upcoming March 2004 elections. This decision was expected, and he is…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Interview with Amir Taheri on the Arrest of Saddam Hussein - 2003-12-15
The article presents an interview with Amir Taheri regarding the implications of Saddam Hussein's arrest in Iraq. It highlights the political landscape in Iraq post-arrest…
Interview with Admiral Hooshang Aryanpour about December 21, the Day of Salvation for Azerbaijan and Kurdistan - 2003-12-13
The article features an interview with Admiral Hooshang Aryanpour discussing the significance of December 21 as a historical day for Azerbaijan and Kurdistan. The conversation…
Syed Ali Shah Geelani Planned to Organize a March - 2003-12-06
Syed Ali Shah Geelani was placed under house arrest by police in Indian-administered Kashmir to prevent a planned march against their refusal to allow a…
Phone Conversation Between the President of Russia and the Acting President of Georgia - 2003-12-06
Vladimir Putin emphasized the need for friendship between Russia and Georgia during a phone call with acting President Nino Burjanadze. Burjanadze expressed a desire for…
Atmosphere of Terror by Russian Forces in Chechnya - 2003-12-05
A human rights group in Russia has condemned the ongoing violence and abductions in Chechnya, reporting 431 cases last year with 47 fatalities. They attribute…
Moscow Will Not Sign International Agreement to Reduce Greenhouse Gases
Moscow's chief economic advisor announced that Russia will not sign the international greenhouse gas reduction agreement unless it is revised, citing economic growth concerns. The…
India's Navy to Purchase a 29-Year-Old Russian Aircraft Carrier for $650 Million - 2003-12-02
India's Navy is set to purchase a 29-year-old Russian aircraft carrier for over $650 million, which will be equipped with MiG-29 fighter jets. The deal…
Russia Likely Will Not Sign Kyoto Protocol for Greenhouse Gas Reduction - 2003-12-02
A senior Russian official indicated that Russia is unlikely to sign the Kyoto Protocol, citing economic growth concerns. This decision is crucial as Russia's ratification…
A Bosnian Serb Army Officer Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison
Momir Nikolic, a Bosnian Serb army officer, was sentenced to 27 years in prison for his role in the 1995 Srebrenica massacre. This case highlights…