October 2003
Fallujah Municipality Offices Set on Fire in Western Baghdad - 2003-10-31
Unknown assailants attacked and set fire to the Fallujah municipality offices, leading to a police shooting outside the building. Concurrently, U.S. soldiers faced protests in…
Clashes Between American Soldiers and Iraqi Protesters in an Area West of Baghdad - 2003-10-31
Clashes erupted between American soldiers and Iraqi protesters in west Baghdad, resulting in the deaths of at least two Iraqis and injuries to two soldiers.…
Pakistani Legislators Protest Arrest of Opposition Politician
Pakistani legislators are protesting the arrest of opposition politician Javed Hashmi, demanding his immediate release. He was arrested for allegedly distributing a letter from a…
Police in Pakistan Arrest Senior Opposition Leader
Makhdoom Javed Hashmi, a senior opposition leader in Pakistan, was arrested for allegedly defaming the army and inciting rebellion among soldiers. His arrest has sparked…
Anti-War Protests in Washington - 2003-10-25
Thousands of anti-war protesters gathered in Washington, urging President Bush to withdraw troops from Iraq. They support the soldiers but oppose the government's policies. The…
Hundreds Protest in Seoul Against Government's Decision to Send Troops to Iraq - 2003-10-25
On October 25, 2003, approximately 2,000 people protested in Seoul against the South Korean government's decision to deploy troops to Iraq. The protests were organized…
Thousands of Italians Protest Pension Rights
Thousands of Italians protested against proposed changes to the pension system, leading to a significant strike that disrupted various sectors. Labor unions, representing millions, oppose…
Saudi Security Forces Arrest Dozens of Rebels - 2003-10-24
Saudi security forces have arrested dozens of rebels during protests against the government in three cities. The protests were encouraged by an exiled reform movement,…
In Saudi Arabia, anyone who violates the law prohibiting public protests will face punishment
Saudi Arabia's Interior Minister has warned that anyone violating the public protest ban will face legal consequences. Following recent protests, 83 individuals are being prosecuted,…
President Bush Concludes His Trip to Six Asia-Pacific Countries
President Bush finished his Asia-Pacific tour, leaving Australia after discussions on terrorism, North Korea, and trade. His meeting with Prime Minister John Howard was met…
Political Fasting Message - 2003-10-22
Mohammad Reza Khosravi is undertaking a political fast to protest the arrests of several activists and the broader issues of repression and lack of freedom…
USA: Willing to Cooperate with New Bolivian Government - 2003-10-22
The U.S. expresses its willingness to collaborate with Bolivia's new president, Carlos Mesa, amid the country's ongoing economic and political crisis following violent protests that…
Knowledge and Society: A Report on New Computer Software - 2003-10-21
The article discusses the challenges students face when receiving failing grades from computer software, highlighting the lack of accountability in automated grading systems. Mansour Farasioon…
Coalition Soldiers and Iraqi Police Arrest 35 Suspects in Raid on Mosque in Karbala - 2003-10-21
Coalition forces and Iraqi police arrested 35 suspects in a mosque raid in Karbala related to Shia faction clashes. The operation was deemed successful by…
Iran Wins Four-Nation Futsal Tournament in Tehran
Iran's national futsal team won the four-nation tournament in Tehran by defeating Spain, who withdrew from the match due to officiating disputes. This victory highlights…
Coalition Soldiers Attacked the City of Karbala at Dawn on Tuesday - 2003-10-21
Coalition forces led by the U.S. launched an operation in Karbala to arrest suspects linked to Shia faction clashes. In Baghdad, the use of a…
New Report by Reporters Without Borders - 2003-10-20
A new report by Reporters Without Borders highlights Iran's dire press freedom situation, ranking it 160th out of 166 countries. The report also criticizes Israel's…
Protests by Hundreds of Former Afghan Army Officers Outside the United Nations Office in Kabul
Hundreds of former Afghan army officers protested in Kabul, demanding their jobs back due to recent cuts in the Ministry of Defense. The government claims…
New President of Bolivia Aims to Shape the Country's Nascent Government - 2003-10-19
Carlos Mesa has taken office as Bolivia's new president following the resignation of Gonzalo Sánchez amid violent protests. He is focused on forming a new…
New President of Bolivia Strives to Form His Government - 2003-10-19
Carlos Mesa has taken office as Bolivia's new president after the resignation of Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada due to protests. He is focused on forming…
Turkish Prime Minister Says His Country Has No Desire to Send Troops to Iraq - 2003-10-19
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that Turkey is not eager to send troops to Iraq, indicating that any deployment would only be in…
Possible Resignation of the President of Bolivia
President Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada of Bolivia has reportedly requested to resign amid ongoing protests against a gas export contract. Demonstrators have clashed with security…
Ilham Aliyev: Order has been restored
Ilham Aliyev has declared that order has been restored in Azerbaijan after riots followed his election victory. Opponents allege electoral fraud, and the government is…
Bolivian Opposition Reiterates Demand for President's Ouster - 2003-10-17
The Bolivian opposition has renewed its call for the ousting of President Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada amid ongoing protests and strikes that have resulted in…
Clashes Between Baku Police and Opposition Supporters of Ilham Aliyev's Presidency - 2003-10-16
Clashes in Baku resulted in at least two deaths after Ilham Aliyev was declared the winner of the presidential election. Opposition supporters protested against the…
Ilham Aliyev, son of Heydar Aliyev, apparently has reached the presidency of Azerbaijan - 2003-10-16
Ilham Aliyev appears to have won the presidency of Azerbaijan with 80% of the votes, while opposition leader Isa Gambar claims election fraud and declares…
David Beckham Appears in Shiraz - 2003-10-14
David Beckham's controversial image has reappeared on a billboard in Shiraz after being removed from Tehran due to public protests. The billboard features Beckham alongside…
Hundreds Demonstrate Near Human Rights Conference Venue in Riyadh - 2003-10-14
Hundreds of protesters gathered near a human rights conference in Riyadh, but police intervened to disperse them. The conference, organized by the Saudi Red Crescent,…
Join Us in Protest Against the Death Sentence for Afsaneh Norouzi - 2003-10-14
Afsaneh Norouzi faces a death sentence for killing a man who allegedly attempted to assault her, claiming self-defense. The Women's Cultural Center is organizing a…
New Wave of Protests Against Zimbabwean Government's Economic Policies
A major trade union in Zimbabwe is planning new protests against the government's economic policies, accusing President Mugabe of mismanagement. The protests are set to…
At least two killed, including a child, in violent clashes between Bolivian police and anti-government protesters
Violent clashes in Bolivia resulted in the deaths of at least two people, including a child, during protests against a government pipeline project. Indigenous farmers…
Deployment of Bolivian Military Forces to Suburban Areas of the Capital
Bolivia has sent military forces to restore order in La Paz after violent protests by indigenous farmers over natural gas exports resulted in multiple deaths.…
Shiite Protests in Baghdad Against the U.S. - 2003-10-11
Thousands of Iraqi Shiites protested in Baghdad against the U.S. military presence following the deaths of two Iraqis in a shootout with American soldiers. The…
Thousands of Iraqi Shiites Protest U.S. Military Presence in Iraq - 2003-10-10
Thousands of Iraqi Shiites protested against the U.S. military presence during the funerals of two Iraqis killed in a shootout with American soldiers. The protests…
Nigerian Labor Unions Cancel Nationwide Strike in Protest Against Fuel Price Hike
Nigerian labor unions canceled a planned nationwide strike against fuel price increases after oil companies agreed to revert prices. The government's decision to deregulate prices…
Rio Ferdinand, England National Footballer, Excluded - 2003-10-08
Rio Ferdinand has been excluded from the England national football team due to his absence from a drug test, coinciding with Michael Owen's injury. This…
March of About Two Thousand Iraqi Shiites for the Release of a Cleric - 2003-10-08
Approximately two thousand Iraqi Shiites protested in Baghdad for the release of cleric Moyid al-Khazraji, who was arrested for allegedly inciting violence against coalition forces.…
Thousands Protest in Pakistan's Streets, Three Guards and One Driver Killed - 2003-10-08
Thousands took to the streets in Pakistan following the assassination of a Sunni political leader, leading to violent protests that resulted in several deaths. The…
Three Killed in Protests by Former Iraqi Soldiers - 2003-10-07
Former Iraqi soldiers protested for their unpaid salaries, leading to violence that resulted in three deaths. The U.S. is forming a new group to address…
Mohsen Sazgara, Dissident Journalist in Iran, Released
Mohsen Sazgara, a prominent dissident journalist, was released from prison after his family paid a substantial bail. He had been jailed for allegedly inciting student…
Korczak
The film 'Korczak' portrays the life of Janusz Korczak, a physician and writer who ran a Jewish orphanage in Warsaw during the Nazi regime. It…
In Search of Iraq's Weapons of Mass Destruction - 2003-10-06
David Kay, head of the weapons search team in Iraq, claims there are clues to find hidden weapons of mass destruction, despite no evidence found…
Protests by Former Iraqi Soldiers for Overdue Wages - 2003-10-05
Former Iraqi soldiers protested for overdue wages, leading to clashes with British and American military forces. The protests intensified after two soldiers were killed, highlighting…
Nigerian Labor Union Threatens General Strike in Protest Against Government's Decision to Remove Fuel Price Cap - 2003-10-05
The Nigeria Labour Congress is threatening a general strike to protest the government's removal of fuel price caps, which has led to a significant price…
Two Iraqis Killed in Clash Between Coalition Forces and Former Unemployed Iraqi Soldiers - 2003-10-04
Two Iraqis were killed during clashes with coalition forces as former soldiers protested for overdue salaries in Baghdad and Basra. The situation highlights ongoing tensions…
At least 20 arrested during clashes in Nairobi
Clashes in Nairobi between Mungiki sect members and police led to at least 20 arrests. The violence followed the disruption of a gathering celebrating the…
Nigerian Oil Workers' Unions Threaten Nationwide Strike
Nigerian oil workers' unions are threatening a nationwide strike due to the government's decision to lift legal restrictions on the oil industry. They demand an…
Nazi Baghlari's Report: Protest Against Shurnatzi Government's Policies Towards Russia - 2003-10-03
A group of Georgian soldiers who fought in Abkhazia in the early 1990s protested the Shurnatzi government's policies towards Russia by staging a hunger strike…
Tens of Thousands Demand Disarmament of Rebels in Ivory Coast
Tens of thousands of government supporters in Ivory Coast protested in Abidjan, calling for the disarmament of rebels nearly 10 months after a peace agreement.…
A Female American Soldier Killed in Iraq - 2003-10-02
A female American soldier was killed by a roadside bomb in Tikrit, Iraq, while military vehicles were passing. In a separate incident, Iraqi police shot…
Amnesty International Protests the Imminent Execution of Afsaneh Nouroozi
Amnesty International is urging global action against the imminent execution of Afsaneh Nouroozi, who was convicted for killing the head of the intelligence police in…
Iraqi Police Open Fire in Baghdad and Mosul - 2003-10-01
Iraqi police fired shots to disperse protests in Baghdad and Mosul, where unemployed individuals demanded jobs. The protests turned violent after demonstrators were told there…