August 2003
The Ninth World Athletics Championships Concluded in Paris
The ninth World Athletics Championships ended in Paris, with the United States leading the medal tally. Russia and Ethiopia followed in second and third places,…
Second Report by Ramesh on the Paris Competitions - August 30, 2003
Ramesh provides a second report from the Paris competitions, featuring an interview with an American female runner. This highlights international athletic events and the interactions…
Exclusive Second Interview with Ehsan Mohajer Shojaei, Iranian Runner at the Paris Championships
Ehsan Mohajer Shojaei, the sole Iranian athlete at the World Amateur Athletics Championships in Paris, is featured in a second exclusive interview. This highlights his…
Exclusive Interview with Ehsan Mohajer Shojaei, Iranian Runner at the Paris Championships - 2003-08-29
Ehsan Mohajer Shojaei, a 20-year-old Iranian runner, is the sole representative of Iran at the World Athletics Championships in Paris. This exclusive interview highlights his…
Fifth Day Report: Exclusive Interview with Lauren Fleshman - 2003-08-28
This article reports on the fifth day of the Amateur World Athletics Championships in Paris, highlighting an exclusive interview with American runner Lauren Fleshman and…
Fourth Day Report: Interview with Maria Joelle Konguegu - 2003-08-26
The article provides a detailed report on the fourth day of the Amateur World Athletics Championships in Paris, featuring an interview with Maria Joelle Konguegu,…
Report on the Third Day of the Athletics World Championships - 2003-08-25
The report details the events of the third day of the World Athletics Championships, highlighting the participation of Iranian athletes. This is significant as it…
Victims' Families of French Plane Explosion Linked to Libya Return Empty-Handed from Tripoli - 2003-08-25
Families of victims from a 1989 French plane bombing linked to Libya returned from Tripoli without compensation. They sought similar reparations to those awarded to…
Ninth World Amateur Athletics Championship - 2003-08-24
The article reports on the Ninth World Amateur Athletics Championship held in Paris, featuring an interview with Finnish 200-meter champion Markus Poyhonen. This event highlights…
Charity Groups Claim No Connection to Hamas - 2003-08-24
Palestinian charity groups are denying any links to Hamas after the U.S. froze their assets, claiming the accusations are unfounded. The situation highlights tensions between…
Live Report from the Opening Ceremony of the Ninth World Amateur Athletics Championships - 2003-08-23
The opening ceremony of the Ninth World Amateur Athletics Championships took place in Paris, covered live by a correspondent from Voice of America. This event…
Report by Shahid: Mr. Dominique de Villepin's Discussions on Today's Situation in Iraq and France's Disputes with Libya - 2003-08-23
Mr. Dominique de Villepin, the French Foreign Minister, discussed the current situation in Iraq and France's disputes with Libya. This report was provided by Mohammad…
World Amateur Athletics Championships - 2003-08-23
The ninth World Amateur Athletics Championships took place in Paris, with coverage provided by Voice of America. This event showcases athletic talent and international competition,…
The Ninth World Athletics Championships Begin Tomorrow in Paris
The ninth World Athletics Championships will start in Paris with over 2,000 athletes from 123 countries. Notable participants include Iranian athlete Ehsan Mohajer Shojaei competing…
Increase in the Value of the United States Stock Market - 2003-08-22
On August 22, 2003, the U.S. stock market saw a rise attributed to public optimism about a new economic boost. Major indices like the Dow…
Report by Shahid: Cabinet Meeting in France - 2003-08-21
The article discusses a cabinet meeting in France, reported by journalist Mohammad Reza Shahid from Paris. The report highlights the significance of the meeting and…
Report by Shahid: Reflection of News about Iran in French Media - 2003-08-15
This article discusses how news about Iran is portrayed in French media, as reported by Mohammad Reza Shahid from Voice of America. It highlights the…
Statement Addressed to the Foreign Ministers of the European Union - 2003-08-15
A statement has been issued urging the EU foreign ministers to investigate the murder of Iranian-Canadian journalist Zahra Kazemi. This matter involves international calls for…
A Blog for Zahra Kazemi - 2003-08-14
A blog dedicated to Zahra Kazemi has been launched by journalist Akbar Hashemi to document news and analyses surrounding her death. Kazemi, an Iranian-Canadian journalist,…
Witness Report: Conversations with Young Iranians Who Fled the Country - 2003-08-11
Over the past two years, many young Iranians have fled to European countries seeking better opportunities. A Voice of America correspondent in Paris has conducted…
Report Shahid: Interview with Iraj Adibzadeh about the Character and Life of Mahyar Monshipour - 2003-08-10
The article features an interview with Iraj Adibzadeh discussing sports in Iran and the life of Mahyar Monshipour, a notable boxing champion. This highlights the…
Iranian Journalists Demand Freedom for Over 20 Imprisoned Colleagues
Iranian journalists protested for the release of over 20 imprisoned colleagues on Journalist Day, highlighting the oppressive environment they face. Robert Menard from Reporters Without…
Report by Shahid: Statement from Reporters Without Borders in Support of Imprisoned Iranian Journalists - 2003-08-08
Reporters Without Borders has released a statement supporting imprisoned Iranian journalists on World Press Freedom Day. The report is presented by Mohammad Reza Shahid from…
Report by Shahid: Interview with Mohammad Mashiri, Former Deputy of Bakhtiar - 2003-08-06
This article features an interview with Mohammad Mashiri, who served as the deputy to Dr. Shahpour Bakhtiar, discussing political events in Iran. The conversation also…
Tony Blair's Spokesman Apologizes to David Kelly's Family - 2003-08-05
Tony Blair's spokesman apologized to the family of David Kelly, a scientist involved in the Iraq weapons controversy, after suggesting he viewed himself as overly…
Report by Shahid: Reporters Without Borders Statement in Paris on the Situation of Imprisoned Journalists
Reporters Without Borders has issued a statement about the conditions of imprisoned journalists in Iran. Mohammad Reza Shahid, a Voice of America reporter, highlights this…
As the Holiday Month Begins in France, Where Are Leaders and People Traveling?
As August marks the holiday month in France, many leaders and citizens are traveling, while the mayor of Paris has introduced a unique initiative to…