Prdakht Alktrvnyk Saman Kysh (TSE:سپ)
November 2003
Two American Soldiers Killed in Western Iraq - 2003-11-30
Two American soldiers were killed and one wounded in a sudden attack on their convoy in western Iraq. The incident is part of a series…
Issuance of Indictment for Suspect in Turkey Bombings - 2003-11-30
A man has been indicted in Turkey for his role in a series of suicide bombings that killed 61 people. He was arrested while attempting…
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…
Japan's Unsuccessful Attempt to Launch Two Spy Satellites - 2003-11-29
Japan attempted to launch two spy satellites to monitor North Korea's military capabilities but failed due to a rocket booster malfunction. The Japan Aerospace Exploration…
Arrest of a Man Suspected of Ordering an Attack on One of Two Synagogues in Istanbul
A man has been arrested in Turkey for allegedly ordering a suicide attack on a synagogue. This incident is part of a series of attacks…
A Team of Spanish Intelligence Officers Attacked in Southern Baghdad - 2003-11-29
A team of eight Spanish intelligence officers was attacked in southern Baghdad, resulting in at least seven deaths. This incident highlights the ongoing violence in…
On This Day: November 28, 1943 Meeting of President Roosevelt with Stalin and Churchill in Tehran - 2003-11-28
On November 28, 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt held a significant meeting with Soviet leader Joseph Stalin and British Prime Minister Winston Churchill in Tehran.…
Two-Day European Union Summit in Naples
The foreign ministers of the European Union began a two-day summit in Naples to discuss the draft constitution amid disagreements. Spain and Poland oppose changes…
Murder Charges Against Five of Nine Terror Suspects in Kenya Dropped
In Kenya, murder charges against five suspects linked to a hotel bombing were dropped, while others face reduced charges. This case is significant due to…
Three More Charged in Connection with Bombing in Turkey - 2003-11-27
Three additional suspects have been charged in relation to a deadly suicide bombing in Istanbul that resulted in 58 fatalities. Nine other suspects were also…
Romania Offers Eleven Iraqi Athletes Training Opportunities in the Country
Romania has invited eleven Iraqi athletes to train in their country ahead of the 2004 Athens Olympics, with support from Romanian sports officials and the…
Report: Commemoration of Vigen in France - 2003-11-24
A special report highlights a commemoration event for Vigen, a prominent Iranian jazz musician, held in France. This event underscores the cultural impact of Iranian…
Tehran Restaurant Owners Show Red Cards to Customers with Improper Hijab!
Tehran restaurant owners have begun using a system of red and yellow cards to enforce Islamic dress codes among customers. Yellow cards serve as warnings,…
An 11-Year-Old Boy Killed by Israeli Soldiers in the West Bank - 2003-11-22
Israeli soldiers killed an 11-year-old boy and a suspected militant in separate incidents in the West Bank and Gaza. The boy was reportedly shot while…
Turkey's Government Will Continue Investigation into Suicide Bombings in Istanbul
The Turkish government is actively investigating recent suicide bombings in Istanbul, with Prime Minister Erdoğan condemning the involvement of Turkish citizens. Thousands have demonstrated in…
11 Migrant Workers Killed by Rebels in Northeast India - 2003-11-22
In Northeast India, suspected rebels killed 11 migrant workers from Bihar in two separate attacks in Assam. The violence follows recent communal unrest that left…
Suspected Islamic Militants Attack Police Post in Kashmir, India - 2003-11-18
Suspected Islamic militants attacked a police post in Kashmir, leading to a lockdown of the area as authorities search for the attackers. The extremist group…
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…
The Guardian Names Kiarostami the Sixth Best Director in the World
Abbas Kiarostami has been recognized as the sixth greatest director in the world by The Guardian's critics, standing out among over 40 contemporary directors. This…
Ahmad Batebi is in the custody of Mortazavi
Ahmad Batebi's father claims his son is in custody of Judge Mortazavi, contradicting reports of his departure from Iran. Batebi, previously imprisoned for political activism,…
The UN's Inspection and Monitoring Organization Must Report Iran's Violations in a Few Days - 2003-11-16
The UN's Inspection and Monitoring Organization is set to release a report detailing Iran's nuclear violations. The Iranian Foreign Minister is actively trying to prevent…
Armed Men Attack French Woman in Afghanistan - 2003-11-16
A French woman working for the UN Refugee Agency was shot and killed by armed men in Ghazni, Afghanistan. The attack was executed by two…
Washington Newspapers and Regional Issues, November 14 - 2003-11-14
On November 14, 2003, Washington newspapers discussed various regional issues affecting the Middle East. The articles likely focused on the implications of U.S. foreign policy…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Report: Reflection on the Deaths of Italian Soldiers in German Newspapers - 2003-11-13
The report by Nasrin Mahdavi examines how the deaths of Italian soldiers have been covered in German media. It highlights the reactions and implications of…
Overview of Washington Newspapers on November 13, 2003
On November 13, 2003, the Persian section of Voice of America provided a daily review of Washington's printed media. This highlights the ongoing media landscape…
North Korea Abandons Match Against Iran
The North Korean football team left their match against Iran after a firecracker was thrown onto the field, coinciding with a goal scored by Iranian…
Overview of Washington Newspapers, November 12, 2003
On November 12, 2003, the Persian section of Voice of America provided a daily review of Washington's print media. This highlights the ongoing interest in…
Pseudonyms of Sadegh Hedayat in the Newspaper 'Mardom', Arash Irani - 2003-11-11
The article discusses the pseudonyms used by Iranian writer Sadegh Hedayat in the newspaper 'Mardom' and highlights a research study by Nasser Pakdaman that details…
Under the Microscope: Explosion in Riyadh, Halt of Uranium Enrichment Program - 2003-11-10
An explosion occurred in a residential complex in Riyadh, while Iran officially announced the halt of its uranium enrichment program. Additionally, the UN Special Rapporteur…
Manila International Airport Situation Returns to Normal - 2003-11-08
The situation at Manila International Airport stabilized after security forces neutralized two armed men who seized the control tower. The attackers aimed to highlight government…
Investigation by a U.S. Federal Committee on the Status of U.S. Air Defense on September 11, 2001
A U.S. federal committee is investigating the air defense status during the September 11 attacks and has ordered the Department of Defense to report on…
Nasrin Mahdavi's Interview with Mahmoud Rafie Regarding the Visit of Human Rights Inspectors to Iran - 2003-11-08
Nasrin Mahdavi interviews Mahmoud Rafie about the visit of human rights inspectors to Iran. This visit is significant as it reflects ongoing concerns regarding human…
Temporary Closure of U.S. Diplomatic Centers in Saudi Arabia - 2003-11-07
The U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia is temporarily closing its diplomatic missions due to credible terrorist threats. American citizens in the region are advised to…
An American Soldier Killed in Mosul - 2003-11-07
An American soldier was killed and six others wounded in an attack in Mosul, Iraq. Additionally, a U.S. helicopter crashed in Tikrit, though details on…
Iranian MP: Tehran Municipality is Eager to Close Cultural Centers
Behrouz Afkhami, an Iranian MP, criticized the Tehran municipality for its eagerness to close cultural centers, reflecting a broader concern over cultural suppression. The remarks…
United Nations Efforts to Improve Human Rights and Establish Democracy in Burma Have Failed
American lawmakers criticized the United Nations for failing to improve human rights and democracy in Burma, citing the military government's refusal to engage in negotiations.…
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…
President Bush Meets with Joseph Kabila, President of the Democratic Republic of Congo - 2003-11-05
President Bush is set to meet with Joseph Kabila, the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, to discuss the transitional government's success and various…
Under the Microscope: The Visit of the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights to Tehran - 2003-11-05
The UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights is visiting Tehran to assess the human rights situation in Iran. This visit comes amidst regional tensions, particularly…
Kenyan Government's Decision for Public Officials to Declare Their Wealth - 2003-11-05
The Kenyan government has mandated that public officials declare their wealth to combat corruption, a move praised by Transparency International. This initiative is part of…
Bomb Explosion at Turkish Embassy in The Hague - 2003-11-04
A bomb exploded at the Turkish Embassy in The Hague, causing no injuries. The assailant, who entered as a visa applicant, fled after the explosion…
Four Injured in Series of Explosions Near U.S. Headquarters in Baghdad
A series of mortar attacks near the U.S. military headquarters in Baghdad injured four people. The attacks occurred in the Green Zone, a heavily fortified…
Twenty-four killed in a passenger bus accident in western India
A tragic bus accident in western India resulted in twenty-four fatalities and over twenty injuries. The accident took place on a mountainous road near a…
Sudanese Liberation Movement Threatens to Withdraw from Negotiations with Government - 2003-11-01
The Sudanese Liberation Movement has threatened to exit peace negotiations with the government following airstrikes against them. The situation has escalated tensions in the Darfur…