June 2003
An Inside Look: Interview with Hadi Kahalzadeh about Students' Letter to Khatami - 2003-06-30
Students in Iran have urged President Khatami to either keep his promises or resign. Hadi Kahalzadeh, a university secretary and a signatory of the letter,…
Under the Microscope: US National Security Advisor Says Iran's Situation is Like the Former Soviet Union and Ready for Overthrow - 2003-06-27
US National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice emphasizes the need for Iran to permit unrestricted inspections of its nuclear facilities. Meanwhile, 106 student activists in Iran…
Mohammad Khatami, President of the Islamic Republic: Criticism or dissent is free within the framework of the law in Iran
Reformist lawmakers are urging President Mohammad Khatami to investigate the arrests of students during recent anti-government protests in Iran. Khatami claimed that criticism is allowed…
Protests on June 21 in Rasht
Students at Guilan University in Rasht protested for the third day, demanding the resignation of President Mohammad Khatami. The protests escalated with increased tensions between…
Iran's President Personally Promises Putin Regarding Iran's Nuclear Facilities - 2003-06-20
Iran's President Khatami assured Russian President Putin that Iran will not pursue nuclear weapons and is open to IAEA inspections. This commitment comes amid ongoing…
The Voice of the Burnt Flowers of the Land of Iran Under the Radioactivity of Religious Despotism - 2003-06-20
The article reflects on the struggles and hardships faced by the Iranian youth over the past 25 years under a regime of religious despotism. It…
Moscow Will Not Send Nuclear Fuel to Iran Until Tehran Signs an Additional Protocol
Russia has stated it will not provide nuclear fuel to Iran until the country agrees to an additional protocol for stricter inspections of its nuclear…
IAEA's Request to the Islamic Republic - 2003-06-19
The IAEA has requested Iran to allow inspections of its nuclear facilities amid U.S. accusations of secret nuclear weapons production. This situation is compounded by…
Protests on June 18 in Rasht
On June 18, 2003, approximately 2,000 protesters, primarily young people, gathered in Rasht to demand the resignation of President Mohammad Khatami and the release of…
The Presence of a Large Number of Police and Basij Forces Silenced the Protesters
Thousands protested in Tehran for the fifth consecutive night, but heavy police and Basij presence suppressed their voices. Protests also occurred in other cities, indicating…
Tehran Police: Arrest of Saeed Asgar and His Violent Associates - 2003-06-14
Tehran police have arrested Saeed Asgar and his associates for their involvement in violent attacks against pro-democracy protesters. Asgar, a known paramilitary leader, has a…
The U.S. Government Welcomes Iranian Protests Against the Clerical Regime - 2003-06-13
The U.S. government has expressed support for recent protests in Iran against the clerical regime, highlighting concerns over the treatment of demonstrators. Thousands of Iranians…
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's Request to Radical Basij Forces - 2003-06-12
Ayatollah Khamenei has requested radical Basij forces to refrain from intervening in ongoing protests against the Iranian regime. Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the…
Second Night of Protests in the Streets of Tehran - 2003-06-12
Thousands protested in Tehran for the second night against the clerical government, facing police resistance. The protests were sparked by an opposition announcement from a…
Unrest in Tehran on June 19-20, 2003
On June 19, 2003, significant street protests erupted in Tehran, initially driven by student demands but quickly escalating to broader political calls. The government responded…
Under the Microscope: Khatami's Stance Against Pressure Groups - 2003-06-10
Iranian President Khatami has taken a strong stance against pressure groups within the country, highlighting internal political tensions. Meanwhile, Iraqi opposition groups are convening in…
Under the Microscope: Bush's Trip to Sharm El-Sheikh, Khatami's Letter to Karroubi - 2003-06-02
President Bush attended a conference in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, where he met with leaders from several Arab countries. Meanwhile, Iranian President Khatami sent a letter…