December 2003
Amir Kabir University Students' Hunger Strike for Bam Earthquake Victims Ends
Students at Amir Kabir University ended their hunger strike against the acceptance of paying students by donating their meals to Bam earthquake victims. This action…
Three Killed in Shooting in Kirkuk
In Kirkuk, three people were killed during a protest against the potential inclusion of the city in a proposed Kurdish region. The protest involved Arab…
Israeli Government Plans to Increase Jewish Population in Golan Heights - 2003-12-31
The Israeli government is planning to increase the Jewish population in the Golan Heights, a region it annexed in 1981. Syria has condemned this move,…
British Pilots Protest Armed Marshals on International Flights - 2003-12-29
British pilots are opposing the government's initiative to deploy armed marshals on international flights due to concerns over safety and the potential negative impact of…
A Palestinian killed by Israeli soldiers near Nablus
A Palestinian was killed and several others injured during clashes with Israeli soldiers near Nablus, amidst heightened military operations following a recent suicide bombing in…
Meeting Between Palestinian and Israeli Prime Ministers Delayed
The scheduled meeting between Palestinian and Israeli prime ministers' advisors has been postponed due to Palestinian protests against an Israeli attack that killed 9 Palestinians.…
Palestinian Protesters Attack Egyptian Foreign Minister - 2003-12-22
Palestinian protesters attacked Egyptian Foreign Minister Ahmed Maher while he was praying at Al-Aqsa Mosque. Conflicting reports describe the incident, with some stating he was…
Voters in West African Country Participate in Presidential Elections
Voters in Guinea participated in presidential elections, with Lansana Conté expected to win amid opposition protests against a constitutional change allowing him to run for…
Democracy and Civil Liberties Expanded in 2003
In 2003, Freedom House reported an expansion of democracy and civil liberties in 25 countries, while 13 regressed. Iraq saw some improvement in civil liberties,…
500 Muslim Activists Protest Saddam Hussein's Arrest in Bangladesh - 2003-12-19
In Bangladesh, approximately 500 Muslim activists protested against the arrest of Saddam Hussein, expressing their opposition to U.S. military presence in Iraq and calling for…
13 October Protesters Released in Riyadh
Thirteen protesters arrested during October demonstrations in Riyadh have been released, including three women who apologized for their actions. The protests, organized by the Islamic…
Iraq - Continued Resistance Against Coalition Forces - 2003-12-16
On December 16, 2003, two suicide bombings in Baghdad highlighted ongoing resistance against coalition forces following Saddam Hussein's arrest. Protests erupted in Tikrit, while James…
Why is the Trafficking of Iranian Girls to Sheikhdoms Overlooked So Easily?
Fariba Davoodi Mohajer highlighted the serious issue of trafficking Iranian girls to Gulf Sheikhdoms during a recent event, linking it to broader societal issues such…
The Number of Attacks on Coalition Soldiers in Iraq Has Decreased to About 20 Per Day
The number of daily attacks on coalition forces in Iraq has dropped significantly, attributed to improved intelligence from local citizens. However, concerns remain about potential…
On This Day, December 11: The U.S. Supreme Court Overturned the Conviction of 16 Black Students - 2003-12-12
On December 11, 1961, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the convictions of 16 Black students protesting racial segregation in Louisiana. This ruling was significant in…
Knowledge and Society: Europeans Protest Against Noise Pollution - 2003-12-11
European Union member countries are uniting against noise pollution in their crowded cities, implementing a long-term program to address the issue. This initiative highlights the…
Report by Shahid: Student Protests and Gasoline Shortages in Iran Top the News - 2003-12-08
Student protests and severe gasoline shortages are dominating the news in Iran, despite the country being a major oil producer. This situation highlights the disconnect…
Four Killed in Clash Between Police and Protesters in Southeastern Iran
In Saravan, southeastern Iran, four protesters were killed during clashes with police following a protest against the shooting of a local motorcyclist. The incident highlights…
Syed Ali Shah Geelani Planned to Organize a March - 2003-12-06
Syed Ali Shah Geelani was placed under house arrest by police in Indian-administered Kashmir to prevent a planned march against their refusal to allow a…
Clashes Between Israeli Peace Activists and Palestinian Protesters with Israeli Riot Police - 2003-12-03
Israeli peace activists and Palestinian protesters clashed with riot police while trying to stop the construction of a new Jewish settlement in East Jerusalem. The…