November 2002
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…
Leader of Turkish Cypriots Announces Readiness to Discuss Cyprus Unification Plan
Rauf Denktash, the leader of the Turkish Cypriots, has expressed his willingness to negotiate the UN's Cyprus unification plan, which aims for a federal state…
Statement of Support for Opponents of the Islamic Republic of Iran - 2002-11-22
A bipartisan group of 150 U.S. lawmakers expressed support for Iranian opposition groups in a statement following pro-democracy protests in Iran. They criticized the Islamic…
Iranian Islamist Conservatives Clash with Reformist Students
Iranian Islamist conservatives clashed with reformist students at Tehran University over the demand for the release of a professor sentenced to death. The students celebrated…
Ukrainian President to Attend NATO Summit in Prague Despite Visa Denial!
Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma plans to attend the NATO summit in Prague despite being denied a visa by the Czech government due to allegations of…
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Orders Re-examination of Death Sentence for Aghajari
Ayatollah Khamenei has ordered a re-examination of the death sentence for professor Hashem Aghajari, who was convicted of blasphemy after questioning clerical authority. This decision…
Javad Zarif's Trip to Washington Canceled
Javad Zarif's planned trip to Washington was canceled at his own request due to restrictions imposed by the U.S. State Department. These restrictions were reportedly…
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…
Red Cross Will Not Halt Operations in Chechnya - 2002-11-15
The Red Cross has confirmed that it will continue its operations in Chechnya despite the kidnapping of two Russian drivers. The organization condemned the abduction…
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…
Security Measures to Protect Red Cross Staff - 2002-11-14
Two Russian Red Cross drivers were kidnapped by masked gunmen in Chechnya while returning from a humanitarian mission. The Red Cross has condemned the act…
Putin Rejects Any Dialogue with Chechen Rebel President
Vladimir Putin has rejected any dialogue with Aslan Maskhadov, the Chechen rebel president, despite calls for a political solution to the ongoing conflict in Chechnya.…
Largest Student Protest in Tehran in Four Years - 2002-11-10
Hundreds of students in Tehran protested against the death sentence of reformist professor Hashem Aghajari, who was convicted for insulting sacred beliefs. The protest occurred…
News and Opinions: Census of Forgotten Crimes - 2002-11-03
Alain Touraine, a French sociologist, is in Chile to document the disappeared during Pinochet's regime, with claims that former officials have provided military archives. He…
Efforts to Establish a Transitional Government in Congo Halted for Two Weeks
Negotiations for a transitional government in the Democratic Republic of Congo have been paused for two weeks due to delays in a power-sharing agreement. The…
A Russian Military Helicopter Shot Down Near the Capital of the Separatist Republic of Chechnya
A Russian military helicopter was shot down near Grozny, killing nine soldiers. This incident follows the suspension of troop reduction plans by Russia's Defense Minister.…
Abuja, the Capital of Nigeria, Hosts 20 African Leaders
Twenty African leaders are meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, to discuss a new cooperation program aimed at attracting foreign investment and reducing debts in exchange for…
Deadline for the Implementation of the Peace Agreement Between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo to be Extended
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo have agreed to extend the deadline for their peace agreement. South African President Thabo Mbeki facilitated this decision…