June 2003
Report by Shahid: Order for the Expulsion of Colonel Behzad Moazi from France - 2003-06-28
An expulsion order has been issued for Colonel Behzad Moazi, a former pilot for the late Shah of Iran, from France. This development highlights ongoing…
Resumption of Air France Flights to Algiers - 2003-06-28
Air France has resumed flights to Algiers after an eight-year hiatus due to a deadly hijacking in 1994. French Transport Minister Gilles de Robien was…
Report from Shahid: Statement by Iranian Doctors Residing in France in Support of the Student Movement in Iran - 2003-06-25
Iranian doctors in France have expressed their support for the student movement in Iran through a formal statement. This involvement highlights the international solidarity with…
Steinway Piano - 2003-06-24
The Steinway piano, celebrated for its quality and used by renowned pianists, marks its 150th anniversary this year. The company, founded by Henry Engelhard Steinway…
Witness Report: Allegations Against the Mojahedin in France - 2003-06-24
The French counter-espionage agency has released a report detailing allegations against the Mojahedin organization. This report is significant as it highlights ongoing scrutiny of the…
Report on Recent Developments in Iran and the Situation of the People's Mojahedin Organization - 2003-06-23
165 members of the People's Mojahedin Organization were arrested in France, highlighting ongoing tensions related to Iranian political dissidents. This incident has garnered media attention…
Members of the Mojahedin-e Khalq Under Investigation by French Judiciary - 2003-06-22
Seventeen members of the Mojahedin-e Khalq were interrogated by French authorities for potential terrorism links. The group, which seeks to overthrow the Iranian regime, was…
Report Shahid: Proceedings Begin on Allegations Against Mojahedin-e Khalq in France - 2003-06-21
The French judiciary has started proceedings against the Mojahedin-e Khalq organization. This development is significant as it highlights ongoing legal scrutiny of the group, which…
Yosa, Magical Realism, Rushdie, and the Charismatic Religious Leader - 2003-06-21
The article discusses Mario Vargas Llosa's exploration of magical realism and its connections to Western culture, focusing on a charismatic religious leader's belief in the…
Interrogation of Arrested Members of the People's Mojahedin Organization - 2003-06-21
French anti-terrorist judges are interrogating 17 members of the People's Mojahedin Organization following a crackdown that resulted in the detention of around 160 individuals. Maryam…
Report from Paris: Latest Developments Regarding the People's Mojahedin - 2003-06-20
The report outlines the recent developments related to the People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran, focusing on their political activities and international relations. The organization is…
Report by Shahid: Latest News on Self-Immolation Cases in Paris - 2003-06-19
The article discusses recent incidents of self-immolation in Paris, as reported by Mohammad Reza Shahid. These cases are significant as they highlight the plight of…
The Influence of Arab and Muslim Refugees on Arts and Culture in France
The article discusses the significant cultural influence of Arab and Muslim refugees in France, particularly through the popular Radio Beur. It highlights the economic motivations…
Report by Shahid: MEK Demonstration in Paris - 2003-06-18
On June 18, 2003, a demonstration organized by the Mujahedin-e Khalq (MEK) took place in Paris. The event was significant in highlighting the MEK's ongoing…
Interview with Ali Kashtgar, Journalist and Political Activist - 2003-06-17
The article features an interview with Ali Kashtgar regarding student unrest in Iran. Kashtgar, a political activist based in Paris, shares insights on the situation.…
Under the Microscope: Continued Student Protests in Iran, Arrest of Maryam Rajavi in France - 2003-06-17
Student protests continue in Iran, with unrest reported in several universities and numerous arrests. Maryam Rajavi, a prominent figure of the People's Mujahedin, was arrested…
June 17 Report by Associated Press on the Arrest of Mojahedin - 2003-06-17
On June 17, 2003, French police arrested 165 members of the Mojahedin-e Khalq, a group accused of terrorism, and seized $1.3 million along with advanced…
Report from Shahid: Reflection of Youth Protests in Iran in French Media - 2003-06-15
Student protests in Iran have garnered significant attention from French media, highlighting the unrest among Iranian youth. This situation is crucial as it reflects the…
From Zahra Kazemi to Britney Spears!!!
The article discusses the backlash faced by the author after addressing the murder of Iranian journalist Zahra Kazemi, highlighting the absurdity of comparing her case…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Dr. Ehsan Naraghi in Paris - 2003-06-07
Mohammad Reza Shahid interviewed Dr. Ehsan Naraghi in Paris about the sentiments of Iranians following Saddam's fall, Iran's nuclear activities, and the status of the…
Fourth International Roundtable on the Safavid Era
The fourth international conference on the Safavid era is set to take place in Germany, bringing together experts to discuss various research findings. This event…
Interview with Ali Kashtgar on the Resurgence of the Iranian Student Movement - 2003-06-02
Ali Kashtgar discusses the revival of the Iranian student movement, highlighting a warning issued by student associations to the Islamic Republic's leaders and the Supreme…