October 2003
Afsaneh Noorozi Asks Shirin Ebadi to Be Her Lawyer
Afsaneh Noorozi, accused of murder, has requested Shirin Ebadi to represent her in court. Noorozi claims self-defense against an assailant, but her death sentence has…
Hamas Accepts Invitation for Dialogue
Hamas has accepted an invitation from Palestinian Prime Minister Ahmad Qurei for dialogue, following a deadly attack involving armed extremists. The discussions aim to address…
An Australian Warship Sets Sail for the Persian Gulf - 2003-10-27
An Australian warship, HMAS Melbourne, is heading to the Persian Gulf to replace the Newcastle missile destroyer. The mission aims to monitor vessels suspected of…
Weekly Discussion: Interview with Dr. Mehrdad Mashayekhi - 2003-10-26
Dr. Mehrdad Mashayekhi discusses the evolution of political thought among Iranian scholars based on his article published in 'Aftab.' This conversation highlights significant shifts in…
Two Palestinian militants arrested following attacks on two hospitals in the West Bank
Two Palestinian militants were arrested by the Israeli army after attacks on hospitals in the West Bank. One was a Hamas member injured in an…
Three Israeli Soldiers and Three Palestinians Killed in Multiple Incidents
In a series of violent incidents in the Gaza Strip, three Israeli soldiers and three Palestinians were killed, including an 11-year-old boy. The clashes involved…
Three Israeli Soldiers Killed by Armed Palestinian Men - 2003-10-24
Three Israeli soldiers were killed by Palestinian militants in an attack on a Jewish settlement in Gaza. The attack coincides with Israel's plans to build…
Calendar Day, October 21: Invention of the Electric Light - 2003-10-22
On October 21, 1879, Thomas Alva Edison invented the electric light bulb. This invention marked a significant advancement in technology and has had a lasting…
Ahmad Qurei Condemns Israeli Airstrikes
Ahmad Qurei condemned Israeli airstrikes that killed ten Palestinians, including Hamas members, and led to widespread protests in Gaza. Israel claims the strikes were retaliation…
One of the Egyptian Twins Sits for the First Time in His Life
One of the Egyptian twins, conjoined at the head, has achieved the milestone of sitting up for the first time after successful separation surgery. This…
Three Palestinians Killed in Three Consecutive Israeli Airstrikes
Israeli airstrikes resulted in the deaths of three Palestinians and injuries to at least 23 others, following the killing of three Israeli soldiers by Palestinian…
Egyptian Twins Regain Consciousness After 34-Hour Surgery
Egyptian twins Ahmed and Mohamed Ibrahim have regained consciousness after a successful 34-hour surgery to separate them. They were previously in a coma and are…
Gersinho to Become Head Coach of Gabon's National Football Team
Gersinho, a former Brazilian football player, has been appointed as the head coach of Gabon's national football team. He will lead the team in an…
The 55th Match Between Persepolis and Esteghlal Ends with Esteghlal's Victory
Esteghlal defeated Persepolis 2-1 in their 55th encounter, held in front of over 95,000 fans at Azadi Stadium. Esteghlal's goals came from Ali Samereh and…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Documentary and Animated Film Festival in Leipzig, Germany - 2003-10-17
The 46th Documentary and Animated Film Festival has commenced in Leipzig, Germany, featuring an interview with Beate Maschke by Nasrin Mahdavi. This festival highlights the…
Expulsion of 15 Palestinians from Their Homes in the West Bank - 2003-10-14
The Israeli army has expelled 15 Palestinians from the West Bank, citing security concerns and suspicions of ties to militant groups. Palestinian leaders have condemned…
Egyptian Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated
Egyptian conjoined twins Ahmed and Mohamed Ebrahimi have been successfully separated after a series of surgeries and are reported to be in good condition. This…
Ronaldo Blames Hector Cooper for Inter Milan's Decline in Italy
Ronaldo has publicly criticized Hector Cooper, blaming him for Inter Milan's poor performance in Serie A. Inter is currently trailing behind Juventus and AC Milan…
Interview with American Hostages by Jorge Botero, Colombian Journalist - 2003-10-09
Three American hostages in Colombia have requested that the U.S. government engage in diplomatic talks for their release instead of attempting a rescue operation. They…
Latest Issue of Art in Exile, Derang - 2003-10-05
The latest issue of the Iranian literary magazine 'Derang' has been released, showcasing a variety of works from prominent Iranian artists and writers in exile.…
A Web Site For English Poetry In the Birthplace of Omar Khayyam
A new website has been launched in Neishabour, Iran, to promote English poetry among Iranian students of English Literature. The site features works by renowned…
Launch of the First Cinema Newspaper in Iran
The first cinema newspaper in Iran, 'Bani Film', has launched, focusing on cinema and other arts. Managed by Masoud Davoodi, it aims to elevate Iranian…