November 2003
Nigerian Militants Release Australian Hostage
Nigerian militants released an Australian hostage after several days of captivity, reportedly to demonstrate seriousness about a ransom demand. Other hostages include a British national,…
Nigeria's Efforts to Free 5 Foreign Oil Workers - 2003-11-29
Nigerian authorities are attempting to free 5 foreign oil workers kidnapped by militants in the Delta region. The hostages include citizens from multiple countries and…
Russian Troops' Withdrawal from Georgia Will Take at Least 10 Years - 2003-11-26
A senior Russian military official announced that the withdrawal of Russian troops from Georgia will take at least 10 years, citing the need for new…
Zimbabwean Government Suppresses Anti-Government Protesters - 2003-11-23
The Zimbabwean government is cracking down on anti-government protests, leading to arrests of demonstrators and criticism from international organizations. The situation has intensified since the…
Rocket Explosion Near Hotel in Afghanistan's Capital
A rocket exploded near the Intercontinental Hotel in Kabul, causing damage but no injuries. The Taliban have been increasingly active in Afghanistan since August, although…
UN Human Rights Commission Condemns Iran - 2003-11-21
The UN Human Rights Commission has condemned Iran for human rights violations through a resolution passed in Geneva. The resolution received significant support but also…
Report by Nazi Baghlari: Interview with Amba Ligabo - 2003-11-20
Amba Ligabo, a UN Human Rights Commission reporter, discusses the disparity between promises made to him in Iran regarding freedom of expression and the actual…
Weekly Discussion: Behrouz Abassi's Interview with Parastoo Farokh - November 20, 2003
Behrouz Abassi interviews Parastoo Farokh to commemorate the anniversary of the martyrdom of her family. This discussion highlights the ongoing impact of political violence in…
Jordan's King Thanks Russia for Helping Advance Peace in the Middle East - 2003-11-20
King Abdullah of Jordan expressed gratitude to Russia for its role in promoting peace in the Middle East during a meeting with President Putin. This…
Approval of the Roadmap for Peace in the Middle East by the United Nations Security Council - 2003-11-19
The UN Security Council unanimously approved the Roadmap for Peace in the Middle East, aimed at establishing a Palestinian state by 2005. Proposed by Russia,…
Senior Russian Official Criticizes U.S. Plan for Transfer of Sovereignty in Iraq
A senior Russian official criticized the U.S. plan to transfer sovereignty in Iraq, arguing that it disregards international consensus. Yuri Fedotov highlighted the need for…
Results of This Week's Euro 2004 Championship Matches - 2003-11-17
Scotland defeated the Netherlands 1-0 in Euro 2004 qualifying, while Spain won against Norway 2-1. Other matches included a draw between Russia and Wales and…
Roger Federer Wins Tennis Masters Cup by Defeating Andre Agassi - 2003-11-17
Roger Federer triumphed over Andre Agassi in the Tennis Masters Cup final, winning decisively in three sets. This victory not only crowned Federer as the…
Diplomatic Efforts to Restore Peace Process in Ivory Coast - 2003-11-17
Diplomatic efforts are being made to restart the peace process in Ivory Coast, which has stalled due to rebel accusations against President Gbagbo. Negotiators aim…
UN Human Rights Commission Meeting on Abductions and Political Detentions - 2003-11-16
The UN Human Rights Commission held a meeting addressing issues of abductions and political detentions in Iran. The discussion featured insights from Jafar Madani, a…
Hamas Leader Meets with Palestinian Prime Minister to Discuss Ceasefire
Ahmed Qurei, the Palestinian Prime Minister, is set to initiate ceasefire negotiations with Hamas following the arrival of an Egyptian mediator. The discussions come after…
Andy Roddick Becomes World No. 1 in Men's Tennis - 2003-11-14
Andy Roddick became the world No. 1 in men's tennis as Andre Agassi defeated Juan Carlos Ferrero in the Masters Cup. Ferrero's losses eliminated his…
Europe Welcomes Turkey's Decision to Abolish the Death Penalty - 2003-11-13
The Council of Europe has praised Turkey for abolishing the death penalty, viewing it as a significant step towards aligning with European standards. This decision…
Meeting Between Indian Prime Minister and Russian President in Moscow - 2003-11-12
The Indian Prime Minister and Russian President held discussions in Moscow to enhance trade and military ties. They are also expected to address significant international…
Italian Prime Minister Says No Intimidation Will Affect Italy's Decision to Help Iraq - 2003-11-12
Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi affirmed that Italy will continue its support for Iraq despite a deadly attack on its Carabinieri base. The attack has…
Political Prisoners in Iran Meet with UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Opinion and Expression
Political prisoners in Iran, including Hashim Aghajari, met with UN Special Rapporteur Ambeyi Ligabo to discuss their cases. This meeting highlights ongoing human rights concerns…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Hassan Rouhani's Efforts to Resolve Iran-Russia Disputes - 2003-11-11
Hassan Rouhani is actively working to ease tensions between Iran and Russia by assuring Russian officials about Iran's nuclear ambitions. This is significant as it…
Ligabo to Iranian Officials: Release Political Prisoners
UN diplomat Ayub Ligabo has called on Iranian authorities to release political prisoners and review their cases. He met with detainees who reported human rights…
Torture, Sexual Assault, and Other Human Rights Violations in Chechnya by Russia - 2003-11-08
The UN Human Rights Commission has accused Russian police and military of serious human rights violations in Chechnya, including torture and extrajudicial killings. The Chechen…
European Commission Warns Ten Future EU Members
The European Commission has issued a warning to ten countries set to join the EU, urging them to improve compliance with EU regulations. Poland faces…
An Explosion in Southern Chechnya Kills Two Russian Soldiers
An explosion in southern Chechnya resulted in the death of two Russian soldiers and injuries to three others, likely caused by a landmine. The incident…
UN Secretary-General's Visit to South America - 2003-11-05
UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan is visiting Chile as part of a tour of four South American countries. He will meet with Chilean President Ricardo Lagos…
Visit of the UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression to Iran - 2003-11-04
The UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression, Ambeyi Ligabo, has arrived in Iran for a visit from November 4 to November 10 to meet…
Ariel Sharon: Israel is Ready to Make Concessions for Peace - 2003-11-03
Ariel Sharon expressed Israel's willingness to make concessions for peace during discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who aims to play an active role in…
Washington Post: Saddam Hussein Did Not Issue a Counterattack Order When the War Began
Saddam Hussein did not order a counterattack at the onset of the war, believing he could avoid invasion. Tariq Aziz claimed that French and Russian…
Members of Zimbabwe's Government Media Commission Oppose Court Ruling
Members of Zimbabwe's Government Media Commission are opposing a court ruling that requires them to issue a publishing license to the critical Daily News. The…
Ariel Sharon has traveled to Moscow to negotiate with Vladimir Putin - 2003-11-02
Ariel Sharon is in Moscow to discuss Israel's concerns over the Middle East peace process and Iran's nuclear ambitions with Vladimir Putin. The meeting comes…
6 out of 10 Europeans consider Israel a threat to world peace
A recent survey shows that a majority of Europeans view Israel as a significant threat to global peace, more so than other nations like North…