March 2002
Report by Shahid: Interview with Dr. Shapour Rasekh about Western Civilization - 2002-03-31
The article features an interview with Dr. Shapour Rasekh discussing the absence of culture and humanity in Western civilization. It is reported by Mohammad Reza…
Report by Shahid: France's Reaction to the Arab Leaders' Conference - 2002-03-31
France has expressed its support for Saudi Arabia's peace proposal, indicating a diplomatic alignment in the region. This report highlights the involvement of France and…
Nazi Baghlari's Report from Kabul: Cinema Returns to Afghanistan - 2002-03-31
Nazi Baghlari reports from Kabul about the revival of cinema in Afghanistan, highlighting the immense popularity of Ahmad Shah Massoud's images. This development signifies a…
Discussion on Saudi Arabia's Proposed Peace Plan is Impossible
Arab leaders have declared that discussions on Saudi Arabia's peace plan are not feasible due to ongoing Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories. Amr Moussa emphasized…
Reports by Mohammad Reza Shahid from Paris - 2002-03-29
Mohammad Reza Shahid, a reporter for Voice of America, provides reports from Paris. These reports are available for transcription and audio access on the website.…
Interrogation of a Suspect Planning a Suicide Attack Against Israel
Mohammad Al-Yaqoubi, a U.S. citizen, is being interrogated by the FBI for allegedly planning a suicide attack against Israel. He was previously denied entry into…
Interview with Moradian, Tanbur Player - 2002-03-27
Moradian, a tanbur musician, recently performed a concert in Paris. The report by Mohammad Reza Shahid highlights this event, showcasing the cultural contributions of Iranian…
Suspect in America Attempting to Carry Out a Suicide Attack
A man named Mohammad Aliyaqoubi is being investigated by the FBI for allegedly planning a suicide attack against Israel. He was previously denied entry to…
Fifty-Eighth Human Rights Conference in Geneva - 2002-03-26
The French Foreign Minister is attending the Fifty-Eighth Human Rights Conference in Geneva, with reports being provided by Mohammad Reza Shahid from Paris. This conference…
Concerns About Biological Weapons in Afghanistan - 2002-03-24
U.S. military commander General Tommy Franks raised concerns about Al-Qaeda's potential pursuit of biological weapons, including anthrax, before the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan. Additionally, former…
Under the Microscope with Alireza Noorizadeh, March 21, 2002: On the Nowruz Messages of Ayatollah Khamenei and Khatami - 2002-03-23
In a discussion on March 21, 2002, Alireza Noorizadeh critiques the Nowruz messages delivered by Ayatollah Khamenei and President Khatami. He emphasizes that Khatami's message…
Delay in the Arrival of Mohammad Zahir Shah - 2002-03-23
Mohammad Zahir Shah's return to Afghanistan has been delayed by a few days, as announced by Hamid Karzai following an Italian Foreign Ministry statement. This…
Guests This Week on the Roundtable Program - 2002-03-22
This article announces the guests for the Roundtable program on Voice of America, commemorating the 23rd anniversary of its Persian broadcasts. Morteza Yahyavi, Javad Heydari,…
New Proposal from a U.S. Congressman and Iran's Reaction - 2002-03-19
A U.S. Congressman proposed dialogue between Iran and the U.S., which was cautiously welcomed by Iranian reformists but rejected by hardliners. President Khatami's government is…
Nowruz Among Different Nations and Ethnicities, Part One: Azerbaijan - 2002-03-19
The article discusses the celebration of Nowruz among different ethnic groups influenced by Iranian culture, focusing on Azerbaijan. Maryam Ahmadi and Amir Armin lead discussions…
Kremlin Accepts Credentials of New Ambassadors from Afghanistan and 5 Other Countries - 2002-03-19
Vladimir Putin accepted the credentials of new ambassadors from Afghanistan and five other countries, emphasizing the importance of collaboration against terrorism. Ahmad Zia Massoud, the…
Report by Mohammad Reza Shahid from France (March 17, 2002): Conversation with Ahmad Salamatian and Keshtegar
Two political activists in Paris, Ahmad Salamatian and Keshtegar, discuss their perspectives on the potential for improved relations between the U.S. and Iran. This conversation…
U.S. Vice President Arrives in Bahrain - 2002-03-17
U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney arrived in Bahrain to discuss terrorism, Iraq, and peace efforts in the Middle East. He is set to meet with…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Ramadan Bashardoust, Military Expert from Afghanistan - 2002-03-17
The article features an interview with Ramadan Bashardoust, who discusses the complex geographical and political challenges facing Afghanistan and the continuation of conflict in the…
Warning from Mohammad Khatami, President of Iran - 2002-03-15
Mohammad Khatami, the President of Iran, warns that the use of nuclear weapons could lead to global destruction. His comments come in response to the…
Kuwait Rejects Qatar's Foreign Minister Proposal
Kuwait has declined a proposal from Qatar to engage in direct talks with Iraq for normalizing relations. This refusal is rooted in Kuwait's status as…
U.S. Support for Weapons Inspectors - 2002-03-13
The U.S. has expressed support for upcoming UN talks with Iraq regarding weapons inspections, urging a quicker process. Iraq has raised concerns about the presence…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report from Germany: Opening of the Conference of Religions with the Presence of Mohammad Khatami - 2002-03-13
The article discusses the opening of a religious conference attended by Iranian President Mohammad Khatami during his visit to Austria. This event highlights Iran's engagement…
The President of the Islamic Republic of Iran's Trip to Austria Begins
Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has begun his trip to Austria and Greece, aiming to strengthen ties with EU countries. He is scheduled to meet with…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report from Germany: Mohammad Khatami Arrives in Austria - 2002-03-12
Former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami has arrived in Austria, as reported by Nasrin Mahdavi from Germany. This visit is significant as it highlights Khatami's ongoing…
Suicide of an Iranian Asylum Seeker in Germany - 2002-03-10
In February 2002, Mohammad Hossein Tamanna, a young Iranian asylum seeker, took his own life in a German refugee camp. Mahin Arjomand from the Iranian…
Under the Microscope, March 6, 2002
Dr. Ali Reza Nourizadeh discusses the authoritarian efforts to declare a state of emergency in Iran and the reformists' attempts to prevent militarization. The conversation…
The Time for Afghan Refugees to Return Has Arrived
Iran has announced plans for the repatriation of Afghan refugees following the Taliban's fall, with a senior official stating that operations will begin on April…
US State Department Human Rights Report Criticizes Israel and Palestine - 2002-03-05
The US State Department's 2001 Human Rights Report criticizes Israel and Palestine while also highlighting severe human rights violations in Iraq and Iran. It notes…
Supporters of Marc Ravalomanana, Leader of Madagascar's Opposition, Ignore Military Rule
Supporters of opposition leader Marc Ravalomanana in Madagascar are defying a military rule by establishing street barricades in the capital. This situation escalated following disputes…
Report by Mohammad Reza Shahid from France, March 3, 2002
The article features a discussion with French filmmaker Alain Brunet, who is creating a documentary series focusing on the religious minorities in Iran. This project…
Resignation of a Zimbabwean Supreme Court Judge
Ahmad Ibrahim, a Supreme Court judge in Zimbabwe, has resigned after declaring the new electoral law invalid, which limited election observers' rights. His resignation follows…
Leader of Pakistan's Islamic Party Released
Qazi Hussain Ahmad, leader of Pakistan's Jamaat-e-Islami party, has been released on bail after four months in detention for organizing protests against U.S. military actions…
Positions and Policies of the Democratic Party of Iranian Kurdistan - 2002-03-02
Khalid Azizi, a representative of the Democratic Party of Iranian Kurdistan, discussed the party's positions and policies in a recent interview following talks with a…