October 2003
Report Shahid: Interview with Mr. Kaveh Mohseni - 2003-10-31
Mr. Kaveh Mohseni discusses France's influence on Iran's political landscape after Shirin Ebadi received the Nobel Prize. The article highlights the importance of international support…
Donald Rumsfeld Insists Progress is Being Made in Iraq - 2003-10-30
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld claims progress is being made in Iraq despite ongoing terrorist attacks. His comments come as the UN plans to withdraw…
Shirin Ebadi's Handshake Sparks Controversy - 2003-10-30
Shirin Ebadi's handshake with a male attendee at her tribute ceremony led to significant backlash from the conservative newspaper Kayhan, which accused the event of…
Los Angeles Report: Commemoration of Shirin Ebadi on the Occasion of Receiving the Nobel Peace Prize
A commemoration event for Shirin Ebadi was held in Los Angeles to celebrate her receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. The event highlights her contributions to…
An Indian Court Upholds Death Sentences for Two Kashmiri Muslims
An Indian court has confirmed the death sentences for two Kashmiri Muslims involved in a 2001 militant attack on the Indian Parliament. Two others, including…
Rescue of 11 out of 13 Miners in Southern Russia - 2003-10-29
Rescue teams in southern Russia successfully saved 11 miners trapped for six days in a coal mine, while one miner was found dead and efforts…
Under the Microscope: The Parliament Commission Report on the Murder of Zahra Kazemi - 2003-10-28
The report on the murder of journalist Zahra Kazemi was presented in the Iranian Parliament. Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the implications of this report…
200 Iranian Children's Books Added to the Digital Library of America
The International Children's Library of America will digitize 200 Iranian children's books, selected from 40 years of publishing in Iran. This initiative, highlighted at a…
U.S. Defense Secretary: To Defeat Terrorism, It Must First Be Defeated in the Realm of Ideas
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld emphasizes the importance of defeating terrorism ideologically to prevent future generations of terrorists. He outlines a comprehensive approach that includes…
Report: Ramadan and Muslims in France - 2003-10-27
Muslims in France are observing Ramadan through prayer and fasting, as reported by a special correspondent from Voice of America. This highlights the religious practices…
President Bush's Message of Congratulations on the Occasion of the Beginning of Ramadan to Muslims Worldwide - 2003-10-25
President Bush congratulated Muslims worldwide on the start of Ramadan, highlighting Islam's contributions to peace and civilization. He also indicated that U.S. military officials may…
20th Anniversary of the Beirut Terrorist Bombing - 2003-10-24
On October 23, 2003, a memorial was held for the 20th anniversary of the Beirut bombing that killed 241 U.S. service members. Survivors and families…
A Suspected Al-Qaeda Member Arrested by Philippine Immigration
A suspected Al-Qaeda member, Muhammad Afif Abdul-Jalil, was arrested in the Philippines for allegedly laundering money for terrorist operations linked to Osama bin Laden's son-in-law.…
Rumsfeld: America's Efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan Will Ultimately Be Successful - 2003-10-23
U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld expressed confidence that American efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan will succeed, despite questioning whether current strategies are sufficient. He acknowledged…
Under the Microscope: Conference of Donor Countries for the Reconstruction of Iraq - 2003-10-23
The article discusses a conference in Madrid focused on the reconstruction of Iraq, where key issues include the appointment of judges for political crimes and…
President Bush's Visit to Australia - 2003-10-22
President Bush visited Australia as part of a trip to six countries, following a brief stop in Bali where he praised Indonesia's anti-terrorism efforts. He…
Request for Security for Shirin Ebadi - 2003-10-22
Shirin Ebadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner and human rights advocate, is facing threats from Iranian media, prompting her supporters to request security from the…
Coalition Soldiers and Iraqi Police Arrest 35 Suspects in Raid on Mosque in Karbala - 2003-10-21
Coalition forces and Iraqi police arrested 35 suspects in a mosque raid in Karbala related to Shia faction clashes. The operation was deemed successful by…
Donald Rumsfeld: Pentagon Will Investigate General William Boykin's Comments on Islam - 2003-10-21
U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld announced an investigation into General William Boykin's controversial comments comparing the war on terrorism to a battle against Satan.…
The Most Corrupt Economy in the World is in Iran - 2003-10-21
A professor from Isfahan University has highlighted Iran as having the most corrupt economy in the world, citing significant corruption in government contracts and inflated…
Irish Republican Army Disarms to Revive Peace Process - 2003-10-21
The Irish Republican Army has decommissioned most of its weapons to support the peace process in Northern Ireland, coinciding with the announcement of upcoming elections…
Indictment Against Four More Suspects of the Bali Bombing
Indonesian prosecutors have indicted four additional suspects linked to the 2002 Bali bombings, which killed 202 people. Two suspects face potential death sentences for aiding…
Interview with Dr. Hamid Mojtahedi - 2003-10-20
The article discusses an interview with Dr. Hamid Mojtahedi at the Iranian Mothers for Freedom conference in Washington, D.C. He is involved in the case…
Three Extremist Muslims Sentenced to Ten Years in Prison for Plotting to Assassinate Pervez Musharraf
Three extremist Muslims were sentenced to ten years in prison for a failed assassination plot against former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf. The plot involved parking…
President Bush, the President of the United States on his way to the Philippines - 2003-10-18
President Bush is visiting the Philippines to discuss counter-terrorism efforts with President Gloria Arroyo. This visit is part of a broader trip to six countries…
Weekly Discussion: Interview with Shoaleh Saadi - 2003-10-17
The article features an interview with Shoaleh Saadi discussing the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Shirin Ebadi and the situation of political prisoners in Iran.…
Mahathir Mohamad Calls for Unity Among Muslims Worldwide - 2003-10-16
Mahathir Mohamad, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, urged global Muslim unity against perceived European and Jewish dominance during a summit. He emphasized the need for…
Washington Negotiates Joining Multinational Force in Iraq - 2003-10-16
Washington is in talks with several countries about joining a multinational force in Iraq, but troop deployment timelines remain uncertain. U.S. military morale is mixed,…
Congratulations from 179 Iranian Parliament Members to Shirin Ebadi - 2003-10-16
179 reformist members of the Iranian Parliament congratulated Shirin Ebadi on her Nobel Peace Prize win amidst severe criticism from conservative factions. The letter emphasizes…
Under the Microscope: Tehran's Reception of Shirin Ebadi - 2003-10-16
Shirin Ebadi received a warm welcome from the people of Tehran during a press conference, where she made significant statements. Meanwhile, the Iranian Judiciary is…
Shirin Ebadi Once Again Calls for Immediate Release of All Political Prisoners in Iran - 2003-10-16
Shirin Ebadi has renewed her call for the immediate release of all political prisoners in Iran following her return from receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.…
Under the Microscope: Reactions of the Members of the Islamic Consultative Assembly - Mr. ElBaradei's Visit to Tehran - 2003-10-16
The article discusses the reactions of Iranian parliament members to Shirin Ebadi receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and the visit of IAEA Director General Mohamed…
Report by Shahid: Reflection on the Return of Ms. Shirin Ebadi in the French Press - 2003-10-16
Shirin Ebadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, has urged Iranian leaders to release journalists and political prisoners during her first press conference in Iran since…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Behrouz Farahani on the Importance of the Nobel Prize - 2003-10-14
Shirin Ebadi left Paris for Tehran, with over 150 supporters at the airport to see her off. Mohammad Reza Shahid interviewed Behrouz Farahani about the…
Under the Microscope: Shirin Ebadi's Return to Iran, Muqtada al-Sadr's Provocations in Iraq - 2003-10-14
Shirin Ebadi is set to return to Iran, a move downplayed by former President Khatami as politically motivated and less important than scientific awards. Additionally,…
Jafar Panahi Awards His Golden Prize to Shirin Ebadi
Jafar Panahi dedicated his Golden Hugo award to Shirin Ebadi, a Nobel Peace Prize winner, in recognition of her work in human rights. This gesture…
Mohammad Khatami Advises Shirin Ebadi to Consider the Interests of Islam and Iran - 2003-10-14
Mohammad Khatami congratulated Shirin Ebadi on winning the Nobel Peace Prize but advised her to focus on the interests of Islam and Iran. He criticized…
Ms. Shirin Ebadi Arrives in Iran - 2003-10-14
Shirin Ebadi, a prominent human rights advocate and Nobel Peace Prize winner, arrived in Iran to a warm welcome from thousands of supporters who called…
Under the Microscope: The Nobel Peace Prize and the Human Rights Situation in Iran - 2003-10-13
Dr. Alireza Noori Zadeh discusses the reactions in Iran to Shirin Ebadi receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and the European Union's current summit addressing human…
Chirac's Warning to Libya Led to Renewed Talks
President Jacques Chirac of France warned Libya, leading to renewed talks about compensation for the victims of a 1989 bombing. The discussions are set to…
Dr. Nasser Zarafshan's Message to Ms. Shirin Ebadi - 2003-10-13
Dr. Nasser Zarafshan, a lawyer imprisoned for his work on behalf of murder victims' families, congratulated Shirin Ebadi on her Nobel Peace Prize from prison.…
Interview with Dr. Mehrdad Darvishpour - 2003-10-12
The article features an interview with Dr. Mehrdad Darvishpour about Shirin Ebadi receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and the Iranian public's reaction to this significant…
President Bush Congratulates Ms. Shirin Ebadi on Receiving the Nobel Peace Prize - 2003-10-12
President Bush congratulated Iranian lawyer Shirin Ebadi for winning the Nobel Peace Prize, emphasizing U.S. support for Iranian aspirations for freedom and democracy. This statement…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Interview with the Director of Toos Publishing at the Frankfurt Book Fair - 2003-10-12
Mr. Mohsen Bagherzadeh, director of Toos Publishing, participated in the 55th Frankfurt International Book Fair. He discussed the significance of the German Publishers Association awarding…
Dr. Nemat Ahmadi, Attorney at Law and Colleague of Ms. Ebadi, Discusses the Success of the Iranian Legal Community - 2003-10-11
Dr. Nemat Ahmadi discusses the achievements of the Iranian legal community in an interview with journalist Behrouz Abbasi. The conversation focuses on the reactions and…
Iranian Nobel Peace Prize Winner Calls for Release of All Political Prisoners
Shirin Ebadi, an Iranian human rights lawyer and the first Muslim woman from Iran to win the Nobel Peace Prize, has urged her government to…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Interview with Dr. Pahlavan about the 2003 Nobel Peace Prize
The article discusses an interview with Dr. Pahlavan about the significance of the 2003 Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Shirin Ebadi. It highlights the importance…
Nobel Peace Prize Committee Announces Shirin Ebadi as the 2003 Winner
The Nobel Peace Prize Committee has awarded Shirin Ebadi the 2003 Nobel Peace Prize for her human rights activism in Iran. This recognition marks a…
Shirin Ebadi Wins Nobel Peace Prize
Shirin Ebadi, an Iranian human rights activist, won the Nobel Peace Prize for her advocacy for women's and children's rights. The Nobel Committee recognized her…
Under the Microscope: Mr. Khatami Also Expresses Dissatisfaction with the Investigation into the Murder of Ms. Zahra Kazemi
Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has voiced his dissatisfaction with the judicial investigation into the murder of journalist Zahra Kazemi. This statement coincides with a…
Global Struggle to Stop the Proliferation of Small Arms - 2003-10-09
Amnesty International, Oxfam, and the International Action Network on Small Arms have initiated a global campaign to curb the proliferation of small arms, which they…
Under the Microscope: The Trial of the Accused in the Murder of Zahra Kazemi Begins, Statements by Shahroudi, Head of the Judiciary
The trial of the individual accused of murdering Zahra Kazemi has commenced, drawing attention to the Iranian judiciary's handling of the case. Shahroudi, the head…
Trial of Reza Ahmadi Begins Over Involvement in Zahra Kazemi's Death
Reza Ahmadi, an official from Iran's Ministry of Intelligence, is on trial for his alleged role in the death of Zahra Kazemi, a Canadian-Iranian journalist…
Interview with Ms. Narges Mohammadi on Political Prisoners of the Islamic Republic - 2003-10-03
Behrouz Abbasi interviews Narges Mohammadi, the wife of political prisoner Taghi Rahmani, focusing on the situation of political prisoners in Iran. The discussion includes listener…
The Decline of the Williams Sisters in the Women's Professional Tennis World Rankings - 2003-10-01
Venus and Serena Williams have both dropped in the WTA rankings due to injuries and personal issues, with Venus now at number 6 and Serena…
Kofi Annan Encourages Myanmar Military Government to Free Opposition Leader
Kofi Annan urged Myanmar's military government to release opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi to support national reconciliation. This request was made as the UN…