January 2003
Interview with Professor Vahman about Religious Thought - 2003-01-31
Mohammad Reza Shahid interviews Professor Vahman about his lecture on the evolution of religious thought. This discussion highlights the historical context and contemporary relevance of…
Mohammad ElBaradei: Iraq Must Provide Inspectors More Opportunities to Speak Privately with Iraqi Scientists
Mohammad ElBaradei, head of the IAEA, emphasized that Iraq needs to provide more opportunities for inspectors to engage privately with Iraqi scientists and allow reconnaissance…
Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri Regains His Freedom
Grand Ayatollah Hossein Ali Montazeri has been released from five years of house arrest due to health concerns. He was a prominent critic of the…
New Interior Minister of Afghanistan's Interim Government
Hamid Karzai appointed Ahmad Ali Jalali as the new Interior Minister of Afghanistan's interim government. Jalali, a former Afghan army officer and Voice of America…
Economic Negotiations between Iran and Turkmenistan - January 28, 2003
Iran and Turkmenistan held economic negotiations in Ashgabat, focusing on enhancing cooperation in trade and energy sectors. Key discussions include a proposed pipeline from Kazakhstan…
Pakistan's Reaction to Indian Defense Minister's Claims Regarding Nuclear War Between the Two Countries - 2003-01-27
Pakistan has strongly condemned the Indian Defense Minister's assertion that India could eliminate Pakistan in a nuclear conflict. This statement escalates tensions between the two…
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…
Charges Officially Announced Today Against Asif Zahir and Mohammad Bashar - 2003-01-25
Two Islamic militants, Asif Zahir and Mohammad Bashar, have been formally charged in connection with a suicide bombing that killed eleven French engineers in Pakistan.…
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…
The Threat of War Has Overshadowed All Issues of the World Economic Forum in Switzerland
The World Economic Forum in Switzerland is overshadowed by the threat of war, particularly regarding Iraq. Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad criticized the potential U.S.…
John Ashcroft Calls for Greater International Cooperation in the Fight Against Terrorism - 2003-01-24
U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft has urged for increased international collaboration to combat terrorism during the World Economic Forum in Davos. Meanwhile, Malaysian Prime Minister…
Interview with Prince Reza Pahlavi about the Covenant with the People Statement - 2003-01-23
Prince Reza Pahlavi discusses his activities and the implications of the Covenant with the People statement in an interview after traveling from London to France.…
Interview with Dr. Mohammad Seifzadeh, Lawyer of Mr. Soltani - 2003-01-21
A new wave of repression against prominent Iranian lawyers has begun, resulting in the imprisonment of Dr. Mohammad Dadkhah and Abdolfattah Soltani. Dr. Mohammad Seifzadeh,…
Interview with Narges Mohammadi about the Role of Women in Iranian Media - 2003-01-21
An interview was conducted with Narges Mohammadi regarding the role of women in Iranian media, following her participation in a Reporters Without Borders event. This…
Interview with Taghi Rahmani, Imprisoned Iranian Journalist - 2003-01-20
Taghi Rahmani, a journalist imprisoned for 12 years in Iran, discusses the challenges faced by journalists in the country and the influence of foreign media…
Ayatollah Mohammad Sajjadi, Judge of Iran's Supreme Court, Says Hashem Aghajari's Death Sentence Should Be Revoked - 2003-01-20
Ayatollah Mohammad Sajjadi has called for the revocation of Hashem Aghajari's death sentence, arguing it is unjustified. Aghajari was convicted for suggesting that Muslims should…
Mohammad ElBaradei: 3000 Pages of Unreported Nuclear Information from Iraq Discovered and Seized - 2003-01-19
Mohammad ElBaradei announced the discovery of 3000 pages of undisclosed nuclear information from Iraq, which may detail uranium enrichment. An Iraqi scientist claimed these documents…
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.…
Interview with Mr. Ahmad Montazeri about the Health Status of Ayatollah Montazeri - 2003-01-17
Mr. Ahmad Montazeri speaks about the alarming health condition of his father, Grand Ayatollah Montazeri, in an interview. This discussion highlights the critical state of…
French Scientists Develop New Method for Diagnosing and Treating Plague - 2003-01-17
French scientists have created a rapid testing method for the plague that provides results in 15 minutes, significantly improving diagnosis and treatment. This innovation is…
Paul Wolfowitz: U.S. Financial Aid to Afghanistan Will Continue Despite Iraq Crisis - 2003-01-16
Paul Wolfowitz announced that U.S. financial aid to Afghanistan will persist despite the ongoing crisis in Iraq. This statement came after his meeting with Afghan…
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…
Statement by Reporters Without Borders Regarding Arrests in Iran - 2003-01-15
Two journalists, Alireza Eshraghi and Rahman Ahmadi, have been arrested in Iran. Reporters Without Borders has issued a statement condemning these arrests. This situation highlights…
Mohammad ElBaradei: US Military Pressure on Iraq Has Yielded Results - 2003-01-14
Mohammad ElBaradei stated that US military pressure on Iraq has produced results, while the UN weapons inspection team indicated that the search for prohibited weapons…
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…
Mohammad ElBaradei Plans to Visit Moscow to Discuss the Situation in Iraq and North Korea - 2003-01-12
Mohammad ElBaradei is set to visit Moscow to discuss Iraq and North Korea's nuclear situations. He will meet with Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Igor…
ElBaradei: The Patience of the International Community with Iraq's Slow Disarmament Has Run Out - 2003-01-11
Mohammad ElBaradei, head of the IAEA, expressed frustration over Iraq's slow disarmament progress and called for more cooperation from both Iraq and the U.S. to…
The Iraq Issue from France's Perspective - January 11, 2003
The French deputy spokesperson addressed questions about Iraq during a press conference, highlighting France's perspective on the issue. This is significant as it reflects France's…
Arrest of Two Yemeni Nationals in Germany on Suspicion of Ties to Al-Qaeda Terror Network - 2003-01-11
Two Yemeni nationals were arrested in Germany on suspicion of links to Al-Qaeda, following a request from U.S. authorities. One of the detainees is identified…
Concern of Reporters Without Borders in Paris Regarding the Situation of Journalists in Iran - 2003-01-10
Reporters Without Borders has raised alarms about the treatment of journalists in Iran, highlighting ongoing issues faced by the press. This concern is reported by…
France's Position Regarding Potential War with Iraq - January 8, 2003
The article discusses France's stance on the possibility of war with Iraq, highlighting the country's diplomatic considerations and responses to the situation. France is involved…
Saddam Hussein's Crimes Against Political Opponents - 2003-01-06
Saddam Hussein's regime systematically suppressed political opposition and targeted ethnic minorities, particularly Kurds, leading to mass killings and torture during the 1980s. The article highlights…
Arrest of a Young Terrorist at Paris Airport - 2003-01-03
A 27-year-old terrorist was arrested by French police at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. This incident highlights ongoing security concerns in Europe regarding terrorism.…
Mohammad Sadr's Remarks on Distrust of the U.S. Government - 2003-01-02
Mohammad Sadr, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister, criticized the U.S. government for its irrationality and expressed distrust towards it. This statement coincides with the Iranian Parliament's…
Iran's Aviation Industry Has Reached a Critical Point
Iran's aviation industry is in crisis due to U.S. sanctions preventing the purchase of new aircraft and parts. Minister Ahmad Khorram warns of severe consequences…
Addition of New Names to the List of Those Who May Have Illegally Entered America - 2003-01-02
The FBI has expanded its list of foreign individuals suspected of illegally entering the U.S. from Canada using fake passports. This follows the identification of…
Arrest of a Former Afghan Minister - 2003-01-02
U.S. forces arrested Mohammad Naeem Kochi, a former Afghan minister and leader of a prominent Pashtun tribe, while he was traveling to meet his tribe…
Iran's Aviation Industry Will Face Serious Problems
Iran's aviation industry is on the brink of crisis due to ongoing U.S. sanctions affecting the purchase of aircraft and spare parts. Minister Ahmad Khorram…
Paris Welcomes the New Year with Joy
Paris celebrated the New Year with over 450,000 attendees, amidst concerns about potential terrorist threats. The event reflects both the festive spirit and ongoing security…