January 2003
Letter to Voice of America News - January 29, 2003
An Iranian living in Norway expresses dissatisfaction with Dr. Kazem Alamdari's discussion on terrorism, particularly regarding Iran's role. He criticizes Alamdari for downplaying the current…
The Five-Year House Arrest of Ayatollah Montazeri Will Be Lifted
The five-year house arrest of Ayatollah Montazeri has been lifted, allowing his release after significant pressure from lawmakers. Montazeri, once a prominent figure in the…
India and Iran Call for Peaceful Resolution of Iraq Crisis
India and Iran have jointly called for a peaceful resolution to the Iraq crisis following discussions between their leaders. This collaboration highlights their commitment to…
President Khatami: Iraq Will Comply with UN Resolution on Disarmament of Weapons of Mass Destruction
President Khatami of Iran expressed confidence that Iraq would adhere to the UN resolution on disarmament, suggesting that war could be avoided. This statement was…
Mr. Khatami's Current Trip to India - 2003-01-24
Mr. Khatami, the President of Iran, is currently visiting India, focusing on key priorities for the trip. Additionally, Mr. Mohammad Reza Khatami has responded to…
Iranian Legislators Call for Lifting House Arrest of Ayatollah Montazeri
Iranian legislators are urging President Khatami to lift the house arrest of Ayatollah Montazeri, an 81-year-old cleric who was once a potential successor to Khomeini.…
Visit of Bashar al-Assad, President of Syria, to Tehran Delayed Indefinitely
Bashar al-Assad's visit to Tehran has been postponed indefinitely. He was set to meet with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami to discuss the Iraq crisis. This…
Under the Microscope: New Wave of Attacks by Hardliners - 2003-01-13
The article discusses the recent crackdown by hardliners on reformist newspapers in Iran, specifically focusing on the confiscation of 'Hayat-e No' and the status of…
Leaders of Iraq's Neighboring Countries Emphasize Peaceful Resolution
Leaders from Iraq's neighboring countries, including Turkey and Iran, are advocating for a peaceful resolution to the conflict with the U.S. over Iraq. This stance…
Dr. Qasem Shoaleh Saadi's Response to Kaveh Parsi - 2003-01-01
Dr. Qasem Shoaleh Saadi addresses Kaveh Parsi's criticisms of President Khatami's administration while also discussing Iran's stake in the Caspian Sea resources. This exchange highlights…
Knowledge and Society: The Most Controversial Topic of 2003, Human Cloning
A religious sect in the United States is attempting to create a human through cloning, which is expected to spark significant debate in 2003. The…