November 2002
Interview with Mr. Hesam Abreshami, Iranian Painter - 2002-11-29
This article features an interview with Iranian painter Hesam Abreshami conducted by journalist Mohammad Qods Razavi. The discussion likely explores Abreshami's artistic vision and the…
Interview with Dr. Fariborz Raisdana about Mohammad Reza Khatami's Statements
The article features an interview with Dr. Fariborz Raisdana discussing the recent comments by Mohammad Reza Khatami about threats to the reform movement in Iran.…
French Authorities Question 5 Muslim Extremists
French authorities have detained and are questioning five Muslim extremists, one of whom may have ties to the assassination of Afghan leader Ahmad Shah Massoud.…
Four Detained Students Released Without Posting Bail - 2002-11-28
Four student leaders in Iran were detained amid protests for freedom of expression but were released without bail. The U.S. expressed concern over their detention,…
Ayatollah Baqir Hakim's Views on Iraq - 2002-11-27
Ayatollah Baqir Hakim shared his insights on the situation in Iraq during an interview with the French newspaper Figaro. This interview highlights his perspectives amidst…
Arrest of Four Student Leaders - 2002-11-26
Four student leaders were arrested in Iran following a government ban on protests amid rising tensions over a death sentence for reformist professor Hashem Aghajari.…
Arrests of Al-Qaeda Operatives in Paris - 2002-11-26
French police arrested five members of Al-Qaeda in the Paris area, highlighting ongoing concerns about terrorism in Europe. This incident reflects the persistent threat posed…
Interview with Dr. Baraheni on the Centenary of Sadegh Hedayat's Birth - 2002-11-26
The article features an interview with Dr. Baraheni discussing the life and legacy of Sadegh Hedayat on the occasion of his 100th birthday. Dr. Baraheni…
Curfew Imposed in Ma'an, Jordan - 2002-11-25
A curfew has been imposed in Ma'an, Jordan, after a fatal clash between police and rioters, resulting in heightened tensions. This incident follows a previous…
The Responsible Party for the Hindu Temple Bombing Has Been Killed
An Islamist militant named Mohammad Azim, responsible for a bombing at a Hindu temple in Hyderabad, was killed during a police shootout while attempting to…
Interview with Manoochehr Ganji on the Occasion of His New Book Release
The article features an interview with Dr. Manoochehr Ganji regarding his new book that addresses the Iranian Revolution. Ganji, a former education minister, shares insights…
Arrest of an Iraqi in Afghanistan - 2002-11-23
An Iraqi Kurd named Akram Tofiq Horami was arrested in Kabul for possessing explosives and is linked to extremist groups in Pakistan. He allegedly planned…
In Mourning for Maryam and Niu - 2002-11-23
Fereydoun mourns the loss of his life partner Maryam, who passed away just five months after another significant loss. The article reflects on the deep…
Suicide Bombing Plot Against Mohammad Qasim Fahim, Afghan Defense Minister - 2002-11-22
Afghan authorities thwarted a suicide bombing plot against Defense Minister Mohammad Qasim Fahim, arresting one or two suspects in Kabul. Fahim, who is also the…
Demonstrations of Iranians Abroad in Support of Domestic Protests - 2002-11-22
Iranians living abroad held demonstrations to show their support for protests occurring within Iran. This event highlights the solidarity among the Iranian diaspora with those…
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…
Under the Microscope: Continuation of Student Protests and Mohammad Khatami's Remarks on Referendum - 2002-11-20
Student protests in Iran continue, highlighting demands for political reform. Former President Mohammad Khatami discusses the possibility of a referendum. This situation is significant as…
Demonstrations in Support of Iranian Students - 2002-11-19
Iranians in Los Angeles organized a demonstration to support students in Iran. The event was reported by Mohammad Qods Razavi from Voice of America. This…
Escalating Tensions in Iran - 2002-11-19
Tensions in Iran are escalating as thousands of reformist students and hardline conservatives hold separate protests in response to a death sentence for a reformist…
Muhammad Ali in Afghanistan - 2002-11-18
Muhammad Ali visited Afghanistan to support reconstruction efforts, meeting with schoolgirls and visiting a boxing venue despite his health challenges. U.S. Treasury Secretary Paul O'Neill…
Iranian Students Call Government Retreat a Victory
Iranian students view the Supreme Leader's decision to review a death sentence against reformist professor Hashem Aghajari as a victory for their movement. This development…
Interview with Dr. Shahin Fatemi - 2002-11-18
Mohammad Reza Shahid interviews Dr. Shahin Fatemi about the economic situation in Iran and the upcoming budget of the Islamic Republic. This discussion is significant…
Report by Mohammad Reza Shahid: Interview with Dr. Fattahi - 2002-11-18
Dr. Shahin Fattahi discusses recent developments in Iran, providing insights into the political landscape. His perspectives are crucial for understanding the current situation in the…
Afghan Women and Management and Leadership in Afghanistan - 2002-11-18
A short-term internship program for five Afghan women aimed at preparing them for leadership roles in Afghanistan has ended at California State University. The initiative…
Interview with Engineer Eshragh about Music - 2002-11-18
The article features an ongoing dialogue between Mohammad Reza Shahid and Engineer Eshragh discussing the significance of music within Iranian culture. This conversation highlights the…
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…
Trial of Jacques Moussa, Belgian Arms Dealer - 2002-11-16
Jacques Moussa, a Belgian arms dealer, is on trial in Belgium after being transferred from Iran via Turkey. He claims connections with various intelligence agencies,…
Arrest of Suspect in Planning Attack on a Collective Farm in Israel - 2002-11-15
The Israeli army arrested Muhammad Naife, a suspect in planning an attack on a collective farm. The operation also resulted in the deaths of a…
Interview with Mohammad Reza Shajarian - 2002-11-15
The article features an interview with renowned Iranian singer Mohammad Reza Shajarian discussing the changes in Iranian music. Conducted by Mohammad Qods Razavi from Voice…
Hundreds Demonstrate in Front of Tehran University Demanding the Execution of Aghajari - 2002-11-15
Hundreds rallied in front of Tehran University demanding the execution of Hashem Aghajari, a professor sentenced to death for criticizing the clerical regime. This event…
Aqajari Urges Protesters Not to Allow Provocateurs to Incite Violence
Dr. Hashim Aqajari, a university professor sentenced to death, has called on student protesters to maintain peaceful demonstrations and avoid violence. His death sentence has…
Azerbaijan's Participation in Peacekeeping Forces in Afghanistan - 2002-11-15
Azerbaijan is deploying 30 soldiers to join Turkish-led peacekeeping forces in Afghanistan. This decision was approved by the Azerbaijani parliament, and Turkey will finance the…
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…
Therapeutic Calm - 2002-11-14
The article features an interview with Homa Partovi, an artist and specialist in therapeutic calm, discussing how this practice helps individuals manage social pressures and…
Interview with Mohammad Ali Jadari Foroughi - 2002-11-14
An event in Paris focused on the judicial situation in Iran, featuring comments from defense attorney Mohammad Ali Jadari Foroughi regarding the legal status in…
Under the Microscope: The Death Sentence of Hashem Aghajari and Mr. Khatami's Position - 2002-11-14
The article discusses ongoing student protests against the death sentence of Dr. Hashem Aghajari, which is deemed incorrect by President Khatami, while the judiciary insists…
Arrest of Designer of Sunday Attack on an Israeli Farm
The Israeli army has arrested Muhammad Nayef, the designer of a recent attack on an Israeli farm, during an operation in the West Bank. This…
Fifth Day of Student Protests in Iran - 2002-11-13
President Khatami criticized a death sentence against professor Hashem Aghajari, sparking ongoing student protests in Tehran for political reform and freedom of expression. This situation…
Ongoing Student Protests in Iran - 2002-11-12
Thousands of students in Iran are protesting against the death sentence of professor Hashem Aghajari, demanding political reforms and freedom of expression. The protests are…
Jordanian Police Clash with Islamic Militants in Ma'an for Second Consecutive Day - 2002-11-12
Jordanian police have been engaged in clashes with Islamic militants in Ma'an for two consecutive days, resulting in at least four deaths. The main suspect,…
Four Students Killed in Kabul Police Shooting
Four students were killed and several others injured during a police shooting in Kabul amid protests against poor living conditions in university dormitories. The protests…
Release of a Kashmiri Separatist from Prison - 2002-11-11
Yasin Malik, a prominent Kashmiri separatist leader, has been released from prison after eight months. This release coincides with efforts by the new Chief Minister…
The Impact of the Turkish Elections on Iran - 2002-11-11
The Turkish elections are expected to impact Iran in three significant ways, as analyzed by political scientist Mohammad Mohsen Sazgara. This is important as it…
Two-Thirds of Parliamentarians Call for the Abolition of Aghajari's Death Sentence
Two-thirds of Iranian parliament members are advocating for the cancellation of the death sentence for Aghajari, a reformist figure associated with Khatami. This development highlights…
New Assault on the City of Ma'an - 2002-11-11
Jordanian police and security forces are conducting operations in Ma'an to apprehend Islamic extremists, resulting in multiple casualties. The main suspect, Abu Sayyaf, is wanted…
France's Reaction to the UN Security Council Vote on Iraq - 2002-11-10
France, represented by President Chirac, emphasizes the importance of Iraq's full cooperation with UN decisions following a recent Security Council vote. This reaction highlights France's…
Mimi Painting Exhibition - 2002-11-10
The Mimi Painting Exhibition features works by prominent Iranian artists and includes an interview discussing the significance of the exhibition. Key figures involved are Parviz…
Security Operations Continue in the City of Ma'an, Jordan - 2002-11-10
Security forces in Jordan are conducting operations in Ma'an to apprehend a group of Islamic militants hiding with local support. The operations will continue until…
Bahrain Government Resigns - 2002-11-10
The Bahraini government has resigned to allow for the formation of a new cabinet following the country's first parliamentary elections in 30 years. Sheikh Khalifa…
The Generalities of the Bill on the Powers of the Islamic Republic President Approved by Parliament
The Iranian parliament has approved a bill to enhance President Khatami's powers, allowing him to annul conservative-controlled judicial rulings. This move comes amidst increasing tensions…
Iran's Position on Iraqi Refugees - 2002-11-09
Iran has announced that it will accept Iraqi refugees if the U.S. attacks Iraq, but only if their lives are at risk. Refugees will not…
Protests by Hundreds of Students in Front of Tehran University Dormitory - 2002-11-09
Hundreds of Iranian students protested in front of Tehran University dormitory against the death sentence issued for Hashem Agha Jari, a prominent reformist professor. This…
An American Among the Occupants of a Car That Exploded in Yemen - 2002-11-08
An American citizen named Ahmad Hajazi was killed in a car explosion in eastern Yemen, along with five others labeled as dangerous by Yemeni officials.…
Interview with Ramses Rashidi - 2002-11-08
Ramses Rashidi discusses investment opportunities in China in an interview with Mohammad Qods Razavi. This conversation highlights the growing economic ties between Iran and China,…
Position of Reporters Without Borders on the Arrest of Abbas Abdi - 2002-11-07
Reporters Without Borders has condemned the Islamic Republic's treatment of journalists, particularly in light of the arrest of Abbas Abdi. This highlights ongoing issues regarding…
Latest Model of Patriot Missile Defense System Tested by Israeli Army - 2002-11-07
The Israeli army successfully tested the latest model of the American Patriot missile defense system in the Negev desert. This development is significant as it…
Explosion in Kashmir Leaves 1 Dead and 13 Injured - 2002-11-06
A grenade explosion in a commercial area of Kashmir has killed one person and injured thirteen others, with police attributing the attack to Islamist militants.…
Report by Nasrin Mahdavi: Interview with Jodari Foroughi, Lawyer of Nasir Zarafshan - 2002-11-06
Nasrin Mahdavi interviewed lawyer Mohammad Ali Jodari Foroughi about the current status of Dr. Nasir Zarafshan, who is imprisoned. This interview sheds light on the…
Los Angeles Report: Interview with Mohammad Davar - 2002-11-06
The article features an interview with Mohammad Davar discussing Akbar Ganji's republican manifesto. This conversation highlights differing perspectives within Iranian political discourse. Understanding these views…
Report by Shahid: Observance of Ramadan in France - 2002-11-05
The article discusses the observance of Ramadan by the Muslim community in France, highlighting the significant population of around four million Muslims. It is important…
Release of Abdollah Nouri from Prison - 2002-11-05
Abdollah Nouri, a prominent reformist and former Minister of Interior, was pardoned by Ayatollah Khamenei after the death of his brother. In contrast, Abbas Abdi,…
A New Experience Through the Internet - 2002-11-04
Mr. Hesam shares his insights regarding Iran's future and the Islamic Republic during an interview in Paris. This discussion is significant as it reflects the…
Interview with Darvishpour about Khatami's Trip to Spain - 2002-11-04
The article features an interview with Darvishpour discussing former Iranian President Khatami's visit to Spain. This trip is significant as it reflects Iran's diplomatic engagements…
The Role of Ayatollahs' Sons in Economic Corruption - 2002-11-03
The article discusses the involvement of the sons of prominent Iranian clerics in economic corruption. Key figures mentioned include the sons of Ayatollah Hashemi Rafsanjani…
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.…
New Kashmir Chief Minister Survives Grenade Attack at Home
The new Chief Minister of Kashmir, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, survived a grenade attack at his home, claimed by a militant group called Al-Nasirin. This incident…
Murder of a Congress Party Member and His Guards in Kashmir - 2002-11-02
A Congress Party member and his two guards were killed in Kashmir shortly after the new Chief Minister was sworn in. Islamic extremists are suspected…
Russia's Attempt to Arrest Chechen Representative - 2002-11-02
Denmark is withholding the extradition of Chechen representative Ahmad Zakayev to Russia due to insufficient evidence of terrorism. Zakayev was arrested after a conference in…
Connection Between Washington Shootings and a Murder in Baton Rouge
Ballistic tests have connected a rifle used in Washington sniper attacks to a murder in Baton Rouge. John Allen Muhammad and John Lee Malvo are…